Silhouette Cruises Ltd, established in Seychelles since 1997, started offering cruises aboard S.V. Sea Shell. In response to the growth of interest generated by this unique brand of cruises, a sister ship, S.V. Sea Pearl, was acquired in 1999. Early 2005, Silhouette Cruises introduced a modern and luxurious sailing yacht, S.Y. Sea Star, capable of covering long distances and reaching further destinations. The directors of Silhouette Cruises have unparalleled knowledge and experience of the islands and have operated boats for more than a decade in the region.S.V. Sea Shell,  S.V. Sea Pearl and S.Y. Sea Star follow standard itineraries between the "inner islands " of Seychelles or can be chartered for personalised cruises around the "inner islands " group or another islands group.