Graceful ocean wanderers and icons of marine conservation
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They’ve outlived the dinosaurs and navigated the world’s oceans for over 100 million years. Today, sea turtles continue to inspire awe as they glide effortlessly through tropical waters or clamber onto moonlit beaches to nest. With Indigo Safaris, you can witness these ancient mariners in their natural habitats, from protected coral reefs to remote sandy shores. Our turtle encounters are not only unforgettable but also help support conservation projects across the globe.

Nature’s Timeless Nomads

From tiny hatchlings scrambling toward the sea to adults voyaging thousands of kilometres across ocean basins, turtles live extraordinary lives. There are seven recognised species of sea turtle, and on our marine safaris, you’re likely to encounter:

• Green turtles – gentle grazers, often seen feeding on seagrass or resting on reefs.
• Hawksbill turtles – reef dwellers known for their striking patterned shells and coral-cleaning diets.
• Loggerhead turtles – robust and reclusive, recognised by their powerful heads and deep dives.

Despite their resilience, all sea turtle species are listed as vulnerable or endangered, facing threats from plastic pollution, habitat destruction, climate change, illegal harvesting, and fishing by catch.

Diving into the world of turtles, one destination at a time
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• Tanzania: Mafia Island & Fanjove Private Island.

       Mafia Island Marine Park is a sanctuary for both hawksbill and green turtles, with clear                   waters perfect for snorkelling and diving. Fanjove’s untouched reef system offers private               encounters with turtles in an idyllic setting.

• Mozambique: Quirimbas & Bazaruto Archipelagos.

       These remote island chains are prime turtle habitats, with green and hawksbill turtles                   nesting on sandy beaches and foraging in the lagoons. Expect sightings on nearly every dive.

• Seychelles: 

​       The Seychelles are a haven for hawksbill turtles, with nesting often observed during the day         – a rarity elsewhere. You’ll also encounter greens and hawksbills while snorkelling or diving           in the warm Indian Ocean waters.

• South Africa: iSimangaliso Wetland Park.

      A UNESCO World Heritage Site, iSimangaliso’s protected beaches are nesting grounds for            loggerhead and leatherback turtles. Join guided night walks from November to February for          the chance to witness nesting or hatching events.

• Indonesia: Raja Ampat & Komodo.

        Home to some of the world’s most biodiverse marine ecosystems, these remote islands                are regular haunts for green and hawksbill turtles. You’ll spot them while diving spectacular          reefs, often resting in rocky outcrops or gliding along drop-offs.

When to catch these majestic reptiles in action
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• Tanzania – Year-round sightings; nesting season June to September
• Mozambique – Best between October and February
• Seychelles – October to March for nesting and hatching
• South Africa – Nesting season November to February
• Indonesia – Turtles seen year-round; best dive conditions October to April

Swimming alongside a turtle or watching one lay eggs beneath the stars is a humbling experience. These ocean voyagers connect us to ancient rhythms and remind us of the fragility of marine ecosystems. At Indigo Safaris, our marine adventures are crafted to bring you closer to this magic while contributing to the preservation of sea turtles and their habitats.

Dream. Explore. Discover.

Check out these great deals from the Caribbean, Maldives, and the Galapagos. Book with us by January 31st and bag another $75 discount per person from us. 

JANUARY, 2021
January 30-February 6, 2021, Caribbean Explorer II – Northeastern Caribbean. Save $600! $1695 pp after discount.

FEBRUARY, 2021
February 13-20, 2021, Caribbean Explorer II – Northeastern Caribbean. Save $600! $1695 pp after discount.
February 17-24, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Deep South Maldives. Save $680! $2695 pp after discount. (Domestic flight included).
February 20-27, 2021, Caribbean Explorer II – Northeastern Caribbean. Save $600! $1695 pp after discount.
February 24-March 6, 2021 (10 nights), Emperor Explorer – Deep South Maldives. Save $1040! $3545 pp after discount. (Domestic flights included).
February 27-March 6, 2021 – Caribbean Explorer II – Northeastern Caribbean. Save $600! $1695 pp after discount.

MARCH, 2021
March 6-16, 2021 (10 nights), Emperor Explorer – South Central Maldives. Save $1040! $3255 pp after discount (Domestic flight included).
March 13-20, 2021, Tiburon Explorer – Galapagos Islands. Save $1900! $4495 pp after discount.
March 13-20, 2021, Caribbean Explorer II – Northeastern Caribbean. Save $600! $1695 pp after discount.
March 20-27, 2021, Tiburon Explorer – Galapagos Islands. Save $1900! $4495 pp after discount.
March 20-27, 2021, Caribbean Explorer II – Northeastern Caribbean. Save $600! $1695 pp after discount.
March 22-29, 2021, Humboldt Explorer – Galapagos Islands. Save $1700! $3795 pp after discount.
March 28-April 4, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of Maldives. Save $650! $2065 pp after discount.

APRIL, 2021
April 3-10, 2021, Caribbean Explorer II – Northeastern Caribbean. Save $600! $1695 pp after discount.
April 3-10, 2021, Tiburon Explorer – Galapagos Islands. Save $1900! $4495 pp after discount.
April 17-24, 2021, Caribbean Explorer II – Northeastern Caribbean. Save $600! $1695 pp after discount.
April 18-25, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of the Maldives. Save $475! $2065 pp after discount
April 25-May 2, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of Maldives. Save $475! $2065 pp after discount.
April 26-May 3, 2021, Humboldt Explorer – Galapagos Islands. Save $1700! $3795 pp after discount.
August 28-September 4, 2021, Caribbean Explorer II – Northeastern Caribbean. Save $600! $1695 pp after discount.

MAY, 2021
May 1-8, 2021, Turks & Caicos Explorer II – Turks and Caicos Islands. Save $600! From $2095 to $2495 pp after discount.
May 1-8, 2021, Tiburon Explorer – Galapagos Islands. Save $1900! $4495 pp after discount.
May 2-9, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of the Maldives. Save $445! $1890 pp after discount
May 8-15, 2021, Turks & Caicos Explorer II – Turks and Caicos Islands. Save $600! From $2095 to $2495 pp after discount.
May 9-16, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of the Maldives. Save $445! $1890 pp after discount
May 16-23, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of the Maldives. Save $445! $1890 pp after discount
May 23-30, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of the Maldives. Save $445! $1890 pp after discount
May 31-June 7, 2021, Humboldt Explorer – Galapagos Islands. Save $1700! $3795 pp after discount.

JULY, 2021
July 10-17, 2021, Turks & Caicos Explorer II – Turks and Caicos Islands. Save $600! From $2095 to $2495 pp after discount.

AUGUST, 2021
August 15-22, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of the Maldives. Save $445! $1890 pp after discount
August 22-29, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of the Maldives. Save $445! $1890 pp after discount
August 29-September 5, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of the Maldives. Save $445! $1890 pp after discount

SEPTEMBER, 2021
September 4-11, 2021, Turks & Caicos Explorer II – Turks and Caicos Islands. Save $600! From $2095 to $2495 pp after discount.
September 18-25, 2021, Caribbean Explorer II – Northeastern Caribbean. Save $600! $1695 pp after discount.

OCTOBER, 2021
October 10-17, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of the Maldives. Save $475! $2065 pp after discount
October 17-24, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of the Maldives. Save $475! $2065 pp after discount
October 24-31, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of the Maldives. Save $475! $2065 pp after discount
October 30-November 6, 2021, Caribbean Explorer II – Northeastern Caribbean. Save $600! $1695 pp after discount.
October 31- November 7, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of the Maldives. Save $475! $2065 pp after discount

NOVEMBER, 2021
November 6-13, 2021, Turks & Caicos Explorer II – Turks and Caicos Islands. Save $600! From $2095 to $2495 pp after discount.
November 7-14, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of the Maldives. Save $475! $2065 pp after discount
November 28-December 5, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of the Maldives. Save $475! $2065 pp after discount

DECEMBER, 2021
December 4-11, 2021, Caribbean Explorer II – Northeastern Caribbean. Save $600! $1695 pp after discount.
December 12-19, 2021, Emperor Explorer – Best of the Maldives. Save $650! $1890 pp after discount
December 18-25, 2021, Turks & Caicos Explorer II – Turks and Caicos Islands. Save $600! From $2095 to $2495 pp after discount.
December 18-25, 2021, Tiburon Explorer – Galapagos Islands. Save $900! $5995 pp after discount.
December 20-27, 2021, Humboldt Explorer – Galapagos Islands. Save $800! $5195 pp after discount.

** Terms and conditions: 2021 Year of Savings Specials are valid only for new reservations booked and deposited after January 8, 2021. The specials cannot be combined with other discounts, credits, or group policy. Not applicable on existing bookings made before January 8, 2021. 

Explorer Fleet Covid Booking Guarantees
We’d like to assure all of our guests that, if any of the following conditions apply within 2 weeks of departure and you are not able to join your scheduled trip, we will provide you with a 100% credit of the amount paid in order to reschedule your trip aboard another departure on the same vessel/itinerary within the next 24 months: 

1. A flight ban or travel ban preventing travel from your country of origin to the destination 
2.  “Shelter in place” notice or government quarantine order, either at your location or ours 
3. Your exhibition of symptoms consistent with or diagnosis of COVID-19 (a doctor’s note will be required), or close proximity within 15 days of departure to someone diagnosed by a medical professional with COVID-19  
4. Inability to join your scheduled departure due to a positive COVID-19 test result or screening failure either en-route or upon arrival 
5. For destinations where a negative COVID-19 test is required within a specified timeframe and you’ve had the test performed/submitted within the first 12 hours of the required testing period, but results have not been returned in time for departure or pre-clearance submission 
6. You are a front-line (ER/ICU/COVID Unit) health care worker unable to take time off work due to COVID-related hospital leave policies 

Check out these fleet savings. Take another 5% off when booking through Indigo Safaris. 

EXPLORER FLEET
JANUARY - SAVE UP TO $1000 ON CARIBBEAN & $2400 ON GALAPAGOSJan 2-9 / $1000 off - Turks & Caicos Explorer II, Turks & Caicos Islands / $1695-2095 pp after discount
Jan 9-16 / $800 off - Caribbean Explorer II, St. Maarten - Saba / $1495 pp after discount
Jan 11-18 / $2200 off - Humboldt Explorer, Galapagos Islands / $3295 pp after discount
Jan 23-30 / $2400 off - Tiburon Explorer, Galapagos Islands / $3995 pp after discount
Jan 24-31 / $500 off - Emperor Explorer, Best of the Maldives / $2040 pp after discount
Jan 30-Feb 6 / $800 off - Caribbean Explorer II, St. Maarten - Saba / $1495 pp after discount
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FEBRUARY - SAVE UP TO $700 ON THE CARIBBEAN & $1040 ON MALDIVES
Feb 13-20 / $700 off - Caribbean Explorer II, St. Maarten - Saba / $1595 pp after discount
Feb 17-24 / $680 off - Emperor Explorer, Deep South Maldives *domestic flights incl / $2695 pp after discount
Feb 20-27 / $700 off - Caribbean Explorer II, St. Maarten - Saba / $1595 pp after discount
Feb 24-Mar 6 (10N) / $1040 off - Emperor Explorer, Deep South Maldives *domestic flights incl / $3545 pp after discount
Feb 27-Mar 6 / $700 off - Caribbean Explorer II, St. Maarten - Saba / $1595 pp after discount

MARCH - SAVE UP TO $600 ON CARIBBEAN & $1900 ON GALAPAGOS
Mar 6-16 (10N)/ $1040 off - Emperor Explorer, South Central Maldives / $3255 pp after discount
Mar 13-20 / $600 off - Caribbean Explorer II, St. Maarten - Saba / $1695 pp after discount
Mar 13-20 / $1900 off - Tiburon Explorer, Galapagos Islands / $4495 pp after discount
Mar 20-27 / $1900 off - Tiburon Explorer, Galapagos Islands / $4495 pp after discount
Mar 20-27 / $600 off - Caribbean Explorer II, St. Maarten - Saba / $1695 pp after discount
Mar 22-29 / $1700 off - Humboldt Explorer, Galapagos Islands / $3795 pp after discount
Mar 28-Apr 4 / $680 off - Emperor Explorer, Best of the Maldives / $2035 pp after discount

APRIL - SAVE UP TO $600 ON CARIBBEAN & $1900 ON GALAPAGOS
Apr 3-10 / $1900 off - Tiburon Explorer, Galapagos Islands / $4495 pp after discount
Apr 3-10 / $600 off - Caribbean Explorer II, St. Maarten - Saba / $1695 pp after discount
Apr 17-24 / $600 off - Caribbean Explorer II, St. Maarten - Saba / $1695 pp after discount
Apr 25-May 2 / $500 off - Emperor Explorer, Best of the Maldives / $2040 pp after discount
Apr 26-May 3 / $1700 off - Humboldt Explorer, Galapagos Islands / $3795 pp after discount

MAY - SAVE UP TO $600 ON CARIBBEAN & $1900 ON GALAPAGOS
May 1-8 / $600 off - Turks & Caicos Explorer II, Turks & Caicos Islands / $2095-$2495 pp after discount
May 1-8 / $1900 off - Tiburon Explorer, Galapagos Islands / $4495 pp after discount
May 2-9 / $300 off - Emperor Explorer, Best of the Maldives / $2335 pp after discount
May 8-15 / $600 off - Turks & Caicos Explorer II, Turks & Caicos Islands / $2095-$2495 pp after discount
May 9-16 / $300 off - Emperor Explorer, Best of the Maldives / $2335 pp after discount
May 16-23 / $300 off - Emperor Explorer, Best of the Maldives / $2335 pp after discount
May 23-30 / $300 off - Emperor Explorer, Best of the Maldives / $2335 pp after discount
May 31-Jun 7 / $1700 off - Humboldt Explorer, Galapagos Islands / $3795 pp after discount

AGGRESSOR FLEET

Roatan Aggressor 50% off save up to $1648 on a master cabin
Jan 9 - 16, 202, Jan 16 - 23, 2021, Jan 30 - Feb 6, 2021, Feb 6 - 13, 2021,  Feb 13 - 20, 2021, Feb 20 - 27, 2021, Feb 27 - 6, 2021
Was $2995 now from $1498 in a standard cabin

Belize Aggressor III SAVE 50% Lighthouse Reef, Half Moon Cay, and Turneffe Reef
9 Jan - 16 Jan 2021
Was US$3,195 Now US$1,598

Bahamas Aggressor SAVE 50% Exuma Cays and Southwest Eleuthera
2 Jan - 9 Jan 2021, 9 Jan - 16 Jan 2021, Jan 30 - 6, 2021m Feb 13 - 20, 2021
Was US$2,895. Now US$1,448

Pay 7 Stay 10 in the Caribbean from $2895
Turks & Caicos Agg II:  Sept 11 - 21, 2021  •   Sept 22 - Oct 2, 2021  
Bahamas Aggressor:   Sept 4 - 14, 2021   •   Sept 15 - 25, 2021
Belize Aggressor III:   Aug 28 - 7, 2021   •   Sept 8 - 18, 2021

Egypt
Red Sea Aggressor III US$1800 off!!
Brothers, Daedalus, Elphinstone 26 Dec - 2 Jan 2021
Was US$2,499, Now US$699. Only a few male share spaces left

Other trips at $999
Red Sea Aggressorr III
Feb 20 - 27   •   Feb 27 - Mar 6  •  Mar 6 - 13  •  Mar 13 - 20
Mar 20 - 27  •  Mar 27 - Apr 3  •  Apr 3 - 10

Red Sea Aggressor II
 Dec 19 - 26  •  Dec 26 - 2  •   Jan 2 - 9    •   Jan 9 -  16    •   Jan 16 - 23  •   Jan 23 - 30 
•   Jan 30 - 6   •   Feb 6 - 13  •   Feb 13 - 20   •   Feb 20 - 27

Galapagos Islands
Galapagos Aggressor III Save US$2000 per person Galapagos Islands with Wolf & Darwin
14 Jan - 21 Jan 2021, 11 Feb - 18 Feb 2021, 18 Feb - 25 Feb 2021           
Was US$6,595 Now US$4,595

Maldives
Maldives Aggressor II
Save US$1000 per person
Best of Maldives 20 Dec - 27 Dec 2020
Was US$2,975  Now US$1,975

Maldives Blue Force One SAVE 15%
Central Atolls Classical Route
9 Jan - 16 Jan 2021, 23 Jan - 30 Jan 2021, 30 Jan - 6 Feb 2021
Was US$1,990 Now US$1,690 

DIVE THE WORLD 25% OFF ALL THESE TRIPS - email for prices
April 24 - May 2 Socorro Aggressor
May 1 - 8 Roatan Aggressor
May 2 - 9 Maldives Aggressor II
May 20 - 27 Galapagos Aggressor III
June 17 - 25 Socorro Aggressor
July 15 - 22 Indo Aggressor
July 17 - 24 Kona Aggressor
July 23 - 30 Indo Aggressor
Aug 7 - 14 Roatan Aggressor
Aug 14 - 21 Belize Aggressor IV
Aug 15 - 22 Palau Aggressor II 
Aug 21 - 28 Bahamas Aggressor
Sept 4 - 11 Philippines Aggressor
Sept 12 - 19 Rock Islands Aggressor
Sept 18 - 25 Belize Aggressor III
Oct 16 - 23 Turks & Caicos Aggressor II
Dec 4 - 11 Kona Aggressor II
Dec 9 - 16 Galapagos Aggressor III
Dec 18 - 25 Belize Aggressor IV
Dec 18 - 28 Okeanos Aggressor I 
Dec 25 - Jan 1 Turks & Caicos Aggressor

From the end of February to the middle of March, I spent three weeks on St Helena escorting three groups of divers and snorkellers to one of the remotest permanently inhabited islands in the world. Although my third visit, and my longest, in three years, the island continues to enchant with its mix of history, stunning and varied landscapes, endemic and iconic fish life, and friendly village atmosphere. 

Dinners at the Mantis Hotel were as popular as ever, and I got the chef to concoct “Saintviche”, a local derivative of the South American fish dish, Ceviche. Getting coriander is almost impossible, there is little local agriculture, despite the island’s temperate climate with good rainfall, as the steep terrain makes mechanised farming impossible. Lime is also not commonly imported, so we used lemon, grapefruit, mint, parsley and some just-caught tuna. The result was universally popular, and hopefully it will be added to the menu on the next update. Fresh fish is abundant, yellowfin and skipjack tuna and wahoo are the most common, and we also sampled Soldierfish, Bullseyes, and Grouper at Annie’s. I also bought some fresh spiny and slipper lobsters from our excellent skipper, Duffy, and had them grilled at Annie’s. All in, the lobster dinner cost us £11 for two half lobsters, salads, and chips.
 
Next year’s trips are filling up already, so if you want to join, don’t dally. We have a budget week in self-catering accommodation five minutes from town, and a week in the Mantis Hotel in the heart of Jamestown, that can be found here. We also create bespoke itineraries tailored to your requirements any time of year. ​

We moved off the islands to the mainland, and had a night to check out the beautiful boutique retreat called Santorini, 12 kilometres from Vilanculos. With just five suites in the main villa and lots of lounges and salas to chill in, it is a great place for couples to relax and unwind after a safari. There are also 2 private 2-bedroom villas available, Villa da Praia and The Chapel.
​The villas sit on a hilltop, looking out over Kingfisher Bay, deserted beach as far as you can see, the island of Benguerra on the horizon, a few dhows sailing across the bay.
​Activities include SUP, kayak, sun downer cruises, snorkelling and visiting the islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago, catamaran cruises, and fishing. Scuba diving can be arranged, Fat tire bikes will be available soon. Or you can just relax with a book and let your butler bring you a glass of wine.

&Beyond Benguerra Island is a mix of classic chic in the spacious and beautifully appointed 'casinhas" and simple safari elegance with it's dhow bar on the beach, evening beach dining by paraffin lantern light, and star-gazing around the fire. 
The casinhas all have their own infinity pool, shaded outdoor lounge on a private deck, beach loungers, and a shaded outdoor double bed swing. The food was absolutely top-notch, Ines' vegetarian needs were deliciously catered for, and our butler Gilario was charming and on the ball. For our last meal they set up a private beach lunch on the wild side of the island, at the foot of the Red Dune, and we had as far as we could see of the 11k of coastline to ourselves. 

Some images from our stst at Azura Retreat Benguerra Island, our current location on a 7-week recce across southern Africa.
Azura prides itself on its cuisine, and rightly so, it is delicious. We have a butler called Jonas assigned to look after us when we are not checking out the marine life.
​This barefoot luxury resort has been built with local materials, by 450 subsitence fishermen islanders trained by rhe resort in building techniques, from making the bricks, raising the roofs, and crafting the furniture. The resort now employs 100 locals, has built a primary school for 400 kids, sponsors secondary school education for island kids on thr mainland, and has just built the island's first clinic all through the Azura Rainbow Fund.

Ever dreamt of diving dramatic walls or coral gardens without another dive operation around? If you are going to Africa, Pemba could be the place for you. 

Some shots from a couple of days diving from Kendwa, Zanzibar with a 60mm macro lens on a Panasonic GX-8. It was quite the scorpionfish family festival.