thank you for your review...we are glad you enjoyed some of the journey...
regarding your concerns:
1. the boat is not old, salt water is very intense and so with continuous back and forth journey the boats tend to start to look it, however are still well maintained. we apologize that you had a bad experience with the boat, however sadly these challenges happen and could have happened to any boat, sadly sometimes these things just happen, however the team did everything required to ensure all guests safety and did bring you back safely. they are very aware of what needs to be done in these situations or would not be allow on the water.
regarding the extinguisher, we assure you this is not true as the boat would not have a license to be on the water if it did not have this. all boats are checked and are denied operation should even the smallest issue be found.
2. sorry to hear that the driver was unpleasant, we will reach out to ensure this does not happen again and do apologize for that behavior.
3. note removing shoes before entering boats is a general rule in Seychelles...even if you are to enter a luxury Yacht you will need to remove your shoes.
4. being a shared excursion there is not enough time to enter Vallee De Mai. if they were to enter, they will miss La digue island as it takes sometimes up to 2 hours inside.
for guests who wish to enjoy the inside of Vallee De Mai we recommend our private excursions whereby a family or couple are on their own with the guide and can explore to their liking.
this shared excursion is for guests to experience the best parts of the island in the short time they have allowing the experience at an affordable rate.
thank you.