All About Seychelles

An Introduction 

Seychelles is a tropical archipelago located off the coast of East Africa. It is a cluster of 115 islands situated in the Indian Ocean about 1600kms east of Kenya and 1100kms northeast of Madagascar. This beautiful island country proclaimed its independence from British rule in 1976. It boasts of a cultural mix of British, French, African, and in the most recent times, Chinese and Indian influences. Victoria is the capital city of Seychelles.

The warm waters, sunny beaches, and rich marine life make Seychelles a hot tourist destination for all lovers of the tropics. In addition, it is a favorite destination for all the honeymooners who intend to splurge on luxurious resorts. 

The rich cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and gorgeous beaches make Seychelles a must-visit even though it is not easy to reach and can be an expensive vacation. 

Attractions 

Vallee de Mai on Praslin 

Located on the island of Praslin, Vallee de Mai is a UNESCO world heritage site. It is a nature reserve with the stunning Coco de Mer palms endemic to the Seychelles region. The ancient forest filled with almost 4000 Coco de Mer palms will leave you enchanted and speechless. The magical forest of Valle de Mai is also called the “Garden of Eden” due to its mystic and the warm green glow it emanates. The Coco de Mer palms produce the most giant and heaviest seeds in the world. You can also spot the rare black parrot and the unique Seychellois bulbul in the forest. 

Boat Trip

Island hopping on a boat? Sounds like a plan! This boat trip experience should be a must on your Seychelles itinerary. Visit the St.Pierre island, famous for its snorkeling activities, the Curieuse Islands for its expansive mango forests, and the Cousin islands to explore its diverse wildlife. If you are falling behind time, you can plan a one-day boat trip, and if you have the luxury of time, you can spread the island hopping boat trip into a couple of days. The boat trip may end up being a tad bit heavy on your pockets, but it is an experience that you will cherish forever. There are many companies incorporated in Seychelles that offer different types of boat trips, at different prices for all pockets. 

Sunkissed Beaches

The Seychelles experience is incomplete without lazying around and sun-bathing on its blissfully gorgeous beaches. The sunkissed beaches of this island country offer you the perfect romantic sunsets that will be etched in your memories forever. The Praslin islands have the Anse Georgette beach with its magnificent boulders and white sand beaches, and the Anse Lazio beach has the most beautiful sunsets and huge waves. The Anse Cocos and Anse Source d’ Argent on the La Digue islands will take your breath away and make you believe in love at every sight. 

Meet the Giant Tortoises 

Did you know? You can find Esmeralda, the 670 pounds, world’s heaviest living land tortoise on Bird Island. Your visit to Seychelles is not complete without meeting these giant tortoises that you can also spot on Cousin Island or Curieuse Island. They have shells as big as a bathtub and are a delight to watch. 

Explore more 

The capital city of Seychelles, Victoria, is supposed to be the smallest capital city globally and can be explored on foot within a day. The delightful local flea markets and the Creole street food bring the island country’s rich and colorful culture afront. Go on the nature trail hikes in Mahe Island, the largest island of Seychelles. We know you cannot wait to explore Seychelles and go on a once-in-a-lifetime trip.