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Indian Ocean Cruises

From the white sands, blue skies, and crystal-clear waters of the Maldives and Seychelles, to worldwide crossings and in-depth exploration cruises of the continents surrounding the Indian Ocean. Explore atolls and snorkel coral reefs, meet 125 year old tortoise, take jungle walks to see exotic and rare palms. Relax on some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. Explore paradise in the Indian Ocean by cruise ship.

Popular Cruises

8 Days Male to Male

Operator: Intrepid Travel

From 2,302pp
Save 768pp

7 Days Male to Male

Operator: G Adventures

From 1,399pp
Save 600pp

10 Days Mahe to Mahe

Operator: Emerald Cruises

From 6,798pp
Save 2,395pp

9 Days Mahe to Mahe

Operator: Ponant

From 5,880pp

Featured Cruise Lines Featured Cruise Lines

Princess
Why Princess? Because you want to tell better stories. To immerse yourself in destinations near and far. To try new foods and encounter new cultures. To more refresh your spirit and reconnect with those you love. Choosing a cruise line can seem tough, but Princess makes it easy. Because you want more than the usual cruise experience…you want to come back new. Discover what makes each port unique through the insights of local experts and crew members who sail with us to over 330 destinations.
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Budget:Premium
Known For:Relaxing Atmosphere
Fleet Size:17
Silversea
A luxurious cruise means many things to many people but we feel that Silversea’s small ship cruises personify the true meaning of comfort. Our intimate, more ultra-luxury ships can sail up narrow waterways into the heart of a city, or tie up right at the pier while others must anchor off shore. And for those who yearn to explore the new and unknown, Silversea’s expedition ships can transport you to the furthermost boundaries of the planet.

Enjoy free-flowing premium wines and spirits, delicious gourmet cuisine, in-suite dining, full butler service for every suite and of course all gratuities. Whether you long to mingle in the Mediterranean, swim with the turtles of the Galapagos or embrace the glaciers of Alaska, there is something special about knowing that this cruising is all inclusive.
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Budget:Luxury
Known For:900+ Destinations
Fleet Size:12
Ponant
It's time to join Ponant's team of experienced naturalist guides and expedition experts to discover some of the world’s most distant and sought-after shores, more venture into the heart of extreme lands and be immersed in nature on one of many Zodiac outings and shore excursions. Whether you dream of stepping foot on the Antarctic Peninsula, witnessing the incredible rise of Montgomery reef in the Kimberley or meeting and interacting with local communities in the Arctic, Ponant, the world leader in luxury expeditions can take you there.
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Budget:Luxury
Known For:Luxury Expeditions
Fleet Size:13

Discover

Must do Indian Ocean cruise experiences and highlights
Explore Nature on Desrochers Island Explore Nature on Desrochers Island
Walk among this Seychelle island’s nature with a naturalist to guide and point out the highlights, while you also look for giant tortoise and nesting turtles.
Cruise on a Dhoni Cruise on a Dhoni
Take a traditional cruise on a dhoni in amongst the islands of the Maldives, stopping in azure waters to snorkel the abundant reefs.
Relax at Anse Source D’Argent Relax at Anse Source D’Argent
Anse Source D’Argent, on La Digue Island is alluring white sands and turquoise sea, palm trees and other-worldly looking boulders. Swim, relax and take photos.
Marvel at the Coco de Mer Marvel at the Coco de Mer
Wander under a canopy of palm forests in the World Heritage-listed Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve on the island of Praslin, to see the unique, rare coco de mer palm among other rare plant species.
Visit an Uninhabited Paradise Visit an Uninhabited Paradise
Drop anchor and take a dip in the pristine bays of uninhabited islands of the Seychelles accessible only to smaller ships. Snorkel the coral reefs and see sea turtles in this azure paradise.

Latest Reviews

What our clients are saying about their journeys around the Indian Ocean
Sydney To Southampton (Centenary World Voyage) Sydney To Southampton (Centenary World Voyage) , VIC, Australia, Mar 2023
The cruise was very good all the staff was terrific. The food was out of this world you would not go hungry. Entertainment very good. The drinks were a bit expensive, a bit surprised as they charge a % fee for service charge. The drinks package was too much you would be an alcoholic by the time you reached UK. We will be going again with Cunard cruises read more and thank you for your help.
1st Cunard Cruise Sydney To Southampton (Centenary World Voyage) , Vic, Australia, Mar 2023
Great what a trip - better than flying. Staff and crew were great friendly and helpful didn't realise how relaxing it was. Thanks to Hannah and Global Journeys.

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