Thrill-seekers are set to enjoy an Indian Ocean or African adventure with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines in Autumn and Winter 2017

Walking with lions, enjoying a helicopter ride over one of the world’s most active volcanoes or zip-wiring through the forest…adrenalin-seekers can enjoy all of these on three exhilarating Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ adventures to the Indian Ocean and Africa in Autumn and Winter 2017, as featured in its new ‘Highlights of the Indian Ocean & Africa’ brochure.

These three exotic fly-cruise holidays, all of which are offered on board Fred. Olsen’s classic 880-guest ship, Boudicca, are: a 33-night D1724 ‘Med, Zanzibar & Mauritius’ cruise, departing from Liverpool on 14th October 2017; a 14-night D1727 ‘Indian Ocean Islands & Zanzibar’ cruise, departing from Port Louis on 14th December 2017; and a D1728 ‘Madagascar, Mozambique & South Africa’ cruise, departing from Port Louis on 28th December 2017.

What is more, guests who book any of thesethree selected 2017 Fred. Olsen fly-cruise holidays by August 11th 2017 can enjoy up to £200 per person free onboard spending credit (quote ‘BESTOF’ at the time of booking).

Justin Stanton, Sales and Marketing Director for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:

“These three incredible holidays are the ideal choice for thrill-seekers looking for an ‘adventure-of-a-lifetime’. However, they are not just for guests seeking adrenalin-fuelled activities: our Indian Ocean Islands and Africa fly-cruises offer something for everyone.

“Those who want a more relaxing getaway have the chance to unwind on one of the stunning beaches of the Indian Ocean Islands, whilst culture-lovers can learn more about the Zulu way of life at South Africa’s DumaZulu Cultural Village. Meanwhile, marine wildlife enthusiasts have the chance to go snorkelling in Mayotte, the Indian Ocean’s largest lagoon.”

Details of the three 2017 fly-cruises featured in Fred. Olsen’s new ‘Highlights of the Indian Ocean and Africa’ brochure on board Boudicca are as follows:

- 33-night D1724 ‘Sailing to the Med, Zanzibar & Mauritius’ fly-cruise, ex Liverpool on 14th October 2017 (returning to London Gatwick / Manchester). Prices start from £1,999 per person for an Interior Room (cruise-only) or £2,599 per person (fly-cruise package), with limited availability.

From Mediterranean cities, all the way to the idyllic islands of the Indian Ocean, this inspirational journey will be effortlessly rewarding throughout. Guests can enjoy an exhilarating helicopter tour over the Piton de la Fournaise volcano, Réunion Island, or search for some of the world’s most amazing wildlife in Madagascar.

Ports of call: Liverpool – Cádiz, Spain – Palma, Mallorca, Spain – Valletta, Malta – Iraklion, Crete, Greece – Cruising Suez Canal – Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt – Salalah, Oman – Zanzibar, Tanzania (overnight stay) – Mozambique Island, Mozambique – Toamasina (Tamatave), Madagascar – Port Réunion, Réunion Island – Port Louis, Mauritius (overnight stay)

For more information: See http://www.fredolsencruises.com/places-we-visit/cruise-holiday/sailing-to-the-med--zanzibar-and-mauritius-cruise-d1724?referrer=7&isback=1

- 14-night D1727 ‘Indian Ocean Islands & Zanzibar’ fly-cruise, ex London Gatwick / Manchester via Port Louis, Mauritius on 14th December 2017 (ends in Port Louis, Mauritius). Prices start from £1,299 per person for an Interior Room (cruise-only) or £2,449 per person (fly-cruise package), with limited availability.

Cruising between the idyllic islands of the Indian Ocean, guests can walk with lions at the CastelaNature Park in Mauritius, experience pure bliss on the paradise white-sand beaches of the Seychelles, and snorkel Mayotte’s immense lagoon. All this and more, topped off with a magical Christmas Day at sea.

Ports of call: Port Louis, Mauritius (overnight stay) – Praslin Islands, Seychelles – Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles (overnight stay) – Cruising by Silhouette Island – Zanzibar, Tanzania – Mamoudzou, Mayotte, Comoros Islands – Port Réunion, Réunion Island – Port Louis, Mauritius

For more information: See http://www.fredolsencruises.com/places-we-visit/cruise-holiday/indian-ocean-islands-and-zanzibar-d1727?referrer=7&isback=1

- 14-night D1728 ‘Madagascar, Mozambique & South Africa’ fly-cruise, ex London Gatwick / Manchester, via Port Louis, Mauritius on 28th December 2017 (ends Cape Town, South Africa). Prices start from £1,699 per person for an Interior Room (cruise-only) or £2,849 per person (fly-cruise package), with limited availbility.

Say farewell to 2017 in style, on an exploration of the beautiful landscapes of Mauritius and Réunion Island, before kicking off the New Year in Madagascar, Mozambique and South Africa. Guests can seek out lemurs in Madagascar, go in search of rhinos, giraffes, lions and more in South Africa, and experience fantastic Zulu hospitality.

Ports of call: Port Louis, Mauritius (overnight stay) – Port Réunion, Réunion Island – Toliara (Tuléar), Madagascar – Maputo, Madagascar – Richards Bay – Port Elizabeth – Mossel Bay – Cape Town (two-night stay)

For more information: See http://www.fredolsencruises.com/places-we-visit/cruise-holiday/madagascar--mozambique-and-south-africa-d1728?referrer=7&isback=1

All prices above are based on two adults sharing a twin-bedded room (selected grades only), and include accommodation, all meals and entertainment on board, port / airport taxes, flights and transfers, where applicable.

For further information on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, visit the website at www.fredolsencruises.com. Book online, call Reservations on 0800 0355 242 (Monday to Friday, 8am to 8pm; Saturday, 9am to 5pm; Sunday, 10am to 4pm), or visit an ABTA travel agent.