Meet endearing giant tortoises in the Seychelles

The 115 islands of the Seychelles are some of the world's most beautiful, with imposing granite outcrops contrasting against white sands, bright cyan water and lush green plantations. The largest island, Mahé, is steeped in colonial charm; and Praslin is home to Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve – a UNESCO World Heritage Site where you might be lucky enough to see the rare black parrot. Cruise over to tiny Frégate Island to encounter endearing giant tortoises plodding along, or visit these charming creatures at a sanctuary on Silhouette Island.

Air Seychelles are the only airline to fly direct from the UK to Seychelles with two weekly flights from London Heathrow to Mahé. Both flights are overnight allowing passengers to fly onto other islands in Seychelles on the day of arrival. They also offer flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle 5 times a week with convenient connections from various UK airports. Other destinations served from Mahe are Johannesburg, Singapore & Mauritius along with with an average of 20 flights a day to Praslin.