Seychelles
The world's most beautiful beaches, giant tortoises, and pristine coral reefs
The Seychelles is one of the world's most extraordinary archipelagos — 115 islands of granite and coral in the Indian Ocean with some of the most beautiful beaches on earth. The Vallée de Mai on Praslin is a UNESCO World Heritage Site; Anse Source d'Argent on La Digue is the most photographed beach in the world; and the marine parks around Aldabra contain some of the most pristine coral reefs on the planet.
Top Seychelles to Visit
Handpicked destinations for the ultimate seychelles experience
Praslin Island
The Vallée de Mai, Anse Lazio, and the world's largest seed — Seychelles at its finest
Praslin is the second-largest island in the Seychelles and home to two of the archipelago's greatest treasures: the Vallée de Mai UNESCO World Heritage Site (home to the coco de mer palm and the endemic black parrot) and Anse Lazio — consistently ranked among the world's most beautiful beaches. The island is 15 minutes by air or 1 hour by ferry from the main island of Mahé.
Highlights
- Vallée de Mai — UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Anse Lazio — one of the world's most beautiful beaches
- Coco de mer palm — world's largest seed
- Endemic black parrot
- 15 minutes by air from Mahé
Things to Do
- Walk through the Vallée de Mai
- Swim at Anse Lazio beach
- Snorkel at Anse Georgette
- Take a day trip to Curieuse Island (giant tortoises)
- Hire a bicycle to explore the island
Practical Info
Best Time to Visit
April–May and October–November
Recommended Duration
3–5 days
Typical Cost
Vallée de Mai: SCR 350 (£20); accommodation from SCR 2,000 (£115)/night
Travel Tips
- ·Visit the Vallée de Mai early morning for the best chance of seeing the black parrot
- ·Anse Lazio is best in the morning before the day-trippers arrive
- ·Praslin is 15 minutes by air or 1 hour by ferry from Mahé
- ·April–May and October–November are the best months (shoulder seasons)
- ·Hire a bicycle or scooter to explore the island independently
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La Digue Island
A car-free island paradise — giant granite boulders, turquoise lagoons, and giant tortoises
La Digue is the third-largest inhabited island in the Seychelles and one of the most beautiful places on earth. The island is largely car-free (bicycles are the main transport), and its beaches — particularly Anse Source d'Argent with its giant pink granite boulders — are among the most photographed in the world. The island also has a population of giant Aldabra tortoises at the L'Union Estate.
Highlights
- Anse Source d'Argent — most photographed beach in the world
- Car-free island — bicycles only
- Giant pink granite boulders unique to the Seychelles
- Giant Aldabra tortoises at L'Union Estate
- Petite Anse — one of the most secluded beaches in the Seychelles
Things to Do
- Cycle to Anse Source d'Argent
- Snorkel in the protected lagoons
- Visit the giant tortoises at L'Union Estate
- Hike to Nid d'Aigle (Eagle's Nest) for panoramic views
- Swim at Petite Anse and Grand Anse
Practical Info
Best Time to Visit
April–May and October–November
Recommended Duration
2–3 days
Typical Cost
Ferry from Praslin: SCR 200 (£12); bicycle hire: SCR 100 (£6)/day
Travel Tips
- ·Hire a bicycle from La Digue jetty — the island is car-free
- ·Visit Anse Source d'Argent early morning to avoid crowds
- ·The beach is best at low tide when the lagoons are most beautiful
- ·La Digue is 15 minutes by ferry from Praslin
- ·The island is small enough to explore fully in 2 days
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