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Seychelles✨ 10 best things to do in Seychelles

Things to do in Seychelles

1. Photograph Anse Source d'ArgentWade through shallow turquoise water between sculpted pink granite boulders on La Digue.
2. Walk the Vallée de MaiExplore a primeval palm forest on Praslin where the giant coco de mer nut grows.
3. Cycle around La DiguePedal sleepy island lanes past ox carts, plantation houses and empty beaches.
4. Snorkel Sainte Anne Marine ParkGlide over coral and tropical fish in a protected marine park just off Mahé.
5. Meet giant tortoisesSee ancient Aldabra giant tortoises roaming freely on islands such as Curieuse.
6. Hike Morne SeychelloisTrek through misty mountain forest for panoramic views over Mahé's coast.
7. Browse Victoria's marketSoak up the bustle of the Sir Selwyn Selwyn-Clarke Market, with fish, spices and tropical fruit.
8. Watch seabirds on Bird IslandVisit huge colonies of sooty terns and other seabirds on this coral island.
9. Taste Creole cuisineTry octopus curry, grilled fish and breadfruit chips at a beachside takeaway.
10. Dive with whale sharksLook for gentle whale sharks in the waters around Mahé during their seasonal visits.

Seychelles🗺️ Where to visit in Seychelles

Where to go in Seychelles

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  MahéInner Islands · main islandThe largest island, home to Victoria, mountain trails and beaches such as Beau Vallon and Anse Intendance.
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  PraslinInner Islands · beaches & forestFamous for the Vallée de Mai and the dreamy beaches of Anse Lazio and Anse Georgette.
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  La DigueInner Islands · laid-back islandA small, slow-paced island of bicycles, granite boulders and world-famous beaches.
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  VictoriaMahé · capitalOne of the world's smallest capitals, with a colourful market, clock tower and Hindu temple.
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  Curieuse IslandInner Islands · nature reserveHome to giant tortoises, mangrove boardwalks and the ruins of a former leper colony.
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  Sainte Anne Marine National ParkOff Mahé · marine parkA cluster of islands with snorkelling, glass-bottom boat trips and calm waters.
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  Bird IslandInner Islands · coral cayA remote coral island famous for seabird colonies and turtle nesting.
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  Aldabra AtollOuter Islands · UNESCO atollOne of the world's largest raised coral atolls, home to around 100,000 giant tortoises, reached only by special expedition.

Seychelles🌦️ Weather & best time to visit Seychelles

Best time to visit Seychelles

The Seychelles are warm and humid all year, with temperatures that barely change from month to month. Weather is shaped by two trade-wind seasons, and the islands lie outside the main cyclone belt.

Typical daytime highs and rain in Victoria (Mahé) (approximate averages).

Seychelles🎉 Festivals & events in Seychelles

• October
  Festival KreolA week-long celebration of Creole music, dance, food and fashion across the islands.
• June
  National DayCelebrated on 29 June with parades and festivities marking independence.
• August
  Feast of the AssumptionLa Digue's biggest celebration on 15 August, with a procession, music and island-wide festivities.
• Varies (held in some years)
  Carnaval International de VictoriaA colourful street parade in the capital with floats and dance troupes from around the world.

Seychelles🧭 Seychelles itinerary ideas

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Seychelles🎒 Backpacking Seychelles – tips & hacks

Backpacker budget: about $80–120 a day

• Seychelles is expensive, so choose self-catering guesthouses and buy food from local markets and supermarkets.
• Public buses on Mahé and Praslin are cheap and scenic, though they can be slow and crowded.
• Fill up at Creole takeaways, which serve generous lunch boxes of curry, fish and rice for much less than restaurants.
• Rent a bicycle on La Digue instead of taking taxis – it is the best way to get around.
• Many of the best beaches are free and public, so you can enjoy world-class scenery without paying for tours.

Seychelles🛡️ Safety & money in Seychelles

Emergency: 999

Seychelles🛬 Getting to Seychelles

Seychelles International Airport on Mahé is the gateway for international flights; domestic flights and ferries connect Mahé with Praslin, La Digue and other islands.

✈️ Cheap flights to Seychelles: airports, flight times & best time to fly →

Seychelles💡 Did you know? 5 facts about Seychelles

• The coco de mer palm produces the world's largest and heaviest seed.
• Seychelles is the smallest African country by population.
• The inner islands are made of granite, a rare feature for mid-ocean islands.
• Aldabra Atoll is home to the world's largest population of giant tortoises.
• Seychellois Creole, English and French are all official languages.

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