Seychelles

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Why go

The 115 islands split into two groups: the granite inner islands (Mahé, Praslin, La Digue), where almost everyone stays, and the low-lying coral outer islands, mostly private-resort or research territory. Mahé has the only international airport, so most trips start there before a ferry or short flight to Praslin or La Digue. Expect powder-white beaches backed by giant granite boulders, a rainforest that predates the dinosaurs, and prices that skew luxury — there's little budget infrastructure once you leave Mahé.

Where to Stay — Seychelles

Book Mahé or Praslin for more choice and lower prices than La Digue or the private-island resorts.

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles

Hillside villas above Petite Anse with private plunge pools and some of the best sunset views on Mahé.

Labriz Silhouette Island

Reachable only by boat, set inside a national park that covers most of the island — genuine remoteness.

Canopy by Hilton Seychelles

A newer, more affordable base near Beau Vallon with beach access and a proper pool deck.

Beau Vallon, Mahé

Mahé's liveliest beach strip, with the widest spread of guesthouses and mid-range hotels on the island.

Beaches & Rainforest

The islands are small — plan for beaches by day and an early night. Rental cars and boat transfers, not tour buses, are how most people get around.

Anse Lazio & Anse Source d'Argent

Anse Lazio on Praslin is regularly ranked among the world's best beaches — powder-white sand, granite boulders at either end. Anse Source d'Argent on La Digue is the postcard shot: pink granite framing shallow, calm water. Get there for opening (9:30am, via L'Union Estate) before the day-trip boats from Praslin arrive.

Vallée de Mai — a UNESCO rainforest and the only place the coco de mer palm grows wild. Go early to hear the endemic black parrot before the tour groups arrive.

Curieuse Island — a short boat ride from Praslin, home to free-roaming Aldabra giant tortoises you can walk right up to.

Where to Eat

Fresh fish is the constant — ask what came in that morning rather than ordering off the menu by default.

Perry's Grill & Fuego Bistro

Perry's Grill does whole grilled fish — usually red snapper, served with breadfruit and a simple tomato sauce, casual and consistently good. Fuego Bistro at Angel Fish Bayside is the relaxed, comfort-food-leaning option on a night you don't want to dress up for seafood.

Getting There

Seychelles International Airport (SEZ)

On Mahé, a short drive from Victoria — the only international gateway to the islands, served directly from Europe, the Gulf and parts of Africa and Asia. Air Seychelles, the national carrier, runs frequent inter-island hops to Praslin. Ferries connect Mahé, Praslin and La Digue daily, and are the standard way to reach La Digue, which has no airstrip of its own.

A Simple 7-Day Route