Inner Islands, Outer Islands
MY Basilisk
The MY Basilisk is a pioneering wave-piercing catamaran offering intimate, eco-conscious expeditions through the remote Outer Islands of the Seychelles. Originally built for North Atlantic fishing and later transformed into a long-range expedition yacht, Basilisk now serves as a floating base for small-group marine exploration. With just three en-suite cabins, shaded decks and open-air dining, a maximum of six guests can enjoy comfort and privacy while exploring one of the world’s most biodiverse ocean environments.
On board are two compressors, full dive gear and a divemaster for scuba enthusiasts. Snorkellers are also well catered for and will be accompanied by one of the crew on outings. The vessel carries two tenders: a 3.6m Highfield RIB for snorkellers, and a 7.5m US Coast Guard SAFEBoat for the divers. Other amenities include:
- Books, games and small library
- Laundry service (on request)
- Deck showers and freshwater rinse stations
- Soft drinks, beer, wine and spirits available for purchase
- Eco-friendly toiletries and sustainable waste system
Perfect for divers, snorkellers and marine wildlife enthusiasts, the vessel features a dedicated dive deck, custom tenders (see above) and sustainable systems including solar power and onboard water makers. Daily excursions enable guests to experience and encounter vibrant coral reefs, giant tortoises and pristine island ecosystems, guided by marine scientists and local experts.
There is no other boat like MY Basilisk visiting the Outer Islands and Aldabra. With a maximum of only six guests, you can be assured of exclusive exploration of the Indian Ocean’s most desirable islands, both above and below the water.
Facilities
Dive room, two custom dive tenders, water sports area, three en suite cabins (one master cabin and two 'guest cabins'), salon/lounge area, open-air dining area, shaded aft deck, shaded fly deck, solar panel array, RO water makers, anaerobic black water treatment plant, grey water holding system, bridge/helm station, crew quarters.
All three cabins feature en suite shower rooms, large windows, high ceilings, ample storage, and queen beds with two mattresses (can be converted into twin beds).
Local Wildlife
Birds: Seychelles fody, Aldabra fody, Aldabra drongo, Aldabra white-eye, white-throated rail, Seychelles warbler, Seychelles bulbul, Seychelles kestrel, Seychelles magpie-robin, Seychelles blue-pigeon, comoro blue-pigeon, Seychelles sunbird, Seychelles swiftlet, Seychelles scops owl, Seychelles parrot, black-naped tern, white-tailed tropicbird, red-tailed tropicbird, great frigatebird, crab-plover, Malagasy pond-heron, red-footed booby, ruddy turnstone.
Cetaceans: sperm whale, bryde's whale, pygmy blue whale, minke whale, humpback whale, sei whale, orca, false killer whale, pygmy killer whale, short‑finned pilot whale, pygmy sperm whale, dwarf sperm whale, Longman’s beaked whale, Blainville’s beaked whale, spinner dolphin, pantropical spotted dolphin, common bottlenose dolphin, melon‑headed whale, Fraser’s dolphin, rough‑toothed dolphin, Risso's dolphin
Optional Activities
Diving, snorkelling, kayaking, birdwatching, cetacean spotting.
Alan Godwin
Area Specialist
The Basilisk is a very special expedition vessel with top quality equipment, including two dive compressors and full water making plant. The Nature Cruise is suitable for both divers and snorkellers alike. If whale watching is your thing, we also have dedicated departures for that activity, accompanied by an expert on cetaceans – please ask us for details.
If you have any questions regarding our Seychelles tours, please feel free to contact me on +44 (0)1803 866965
Having now returned from our Seychelles holiday, I thought that I would write to tell you how much we enjoyed it – it really was first class – thank you for the arrangements…all in all, it was a great holiday, with just the right balance of activity and relaxation.