Best Time To Visit The Seychelles

Some of the Seychelles best beaches aren’t accessible by road so you have to lace up your walking boots and hit the trails with a guide. Anse Major is a small put perfectly formed cove that’s washed by the turquoise Indian Ocean and backed by dense forests. After the hike down to the beach, enjoy some time taking in the views of Silhouette and North Islands, relaxing on the sand or heading in the water for a swim.

• Duration: half day
• Daily departures
• Operates year round from hotels in Mahe
• Private experience

Good to know
This walk is not suitable for children or guests with any mobility issues as you must walk across varying terrain.

Visit the private art studio and gallery of renowned artist George Camille. On this full-day experience, George Camille opens up his colourful world and reveals the story behind his artistic style and vision. We begin at George’s private art studio on the outskirts of town, where he will share his journey as an artist with you and you’ll have the chance to create your very own art, which George will personally sign. Next, we’ll visit George’s Kaz Zanana Gallery & Café, a charmingly restored Creole house in Victoria. You’ll soon understand the gallery’s name – there are lots of zanana (‘pineapple’) references throughout. The rest of the day is yours to decide. You could walk around Victoria, visit the Botanical Gardens, drive to Mission Lodge in the misty mountains of Sans Soucis or visit a rum distillery.

• Duration: full day
• Departs Monday to Saturday from Mahé hotels
• Operates year round
• Private experience

Good to know
This experience is not recommended for very young children.

Experience romance Creole style, sipping Champagne on a rocky outcrop as the sun sets over the ocean. Late afternoon, you’ll be whisked off to the exclusive Cap Lazare nature reserve for a club car tour of the stunning natural environment. Explore nature trails, see endemic plants and make friends with the giant tortoises that roam freely around the reserve. As dusk approaches, we’ll take you up a secret path to a beautiful rocky outcrop overlooking the Indian Ocean. Sink into a sun lounger as you’re served a range of canapés, fresh coconut and Champagne, and watch a beautiful sunset over the ocean.

• Departs Monday to Thursday from Mahé hotels
• Operates year round
• Private experience

Good to know
This experience is not recommended for children or guests with walking difficulties. Flat shoes are advised.

Marvel at the kaleidoscopic underwater world on board Zephir, a sleek glass-bottom boat. The clear hull acts as a window in to one of the world’s most diverse marine parks. You may spot sea cucumbers, shy sea turtles and even baby rays alongside scattering schools of fish. You and your group will have private use of the boat so you (and the captain) can decide if you stop to snorkel or even disembark the boat on the pint-sized Moyenne Island.

• Duration: half day or full day
• Daily departures
• Operates year round from hotels in Mahe
• Private experience

Good to know
This experience is not recommended for those with walking difficulties or those who are pregnant. Guests 2 years or under are not allowed on the boat. Due to cleanliness reasons, you may be required to bring your own snorkelling equipment; please enquire at the time of booking.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure as you explore the best of the Seychelles' most famous islands. Begin your journey with a one-hour guided tour of Cousin Island, a sanctuary home to diverse fauna like doves and giant tortoises. This conservation success story has been crucial in saving important endemic wildlife from extinction. Your next stop is Curieuse Island, located off the northern coast of Praslin Island. This is the only place other than Vallee de Mai where the legendary Coco de Mer grows in the wild. Here, you can indulge in exceptional swimming conditions in crystal-clear waters and soak up the sun on white sandy beaches. A scrumptious BBQ lunch awaits, followed by a one-hour walk through a fascinating nature reserve. You can explore the ruins of the ancient leper colony and the Doctor's House, which now serves as an insightful museum. The island trail takes you through a mangrove forest teeming with wildlife towards the shimmering lagoon of Baie Laraie, where small sharks and turtles abound. You can also find giant land tortoises thriving in a successful conservation project here. Your journey takes you to St. Pierre next — the third island jewel. Here, you can experience the snorkelling adventure of a lifetime amid crystalline waters, home to many fish and colourful coral formations.

• Duration: full day
• Departs Tuesday and Friday from Praslin
• Operates year-round
• Group experience

Travelling on two wheels is a great way to see La Digue. You’ll be able to explore the island at your own pace and experience a quieter, more authentic way of life and stop in at some of the main attractions as you explore. Highlights include the L’Union Estate, the resting place of early island settlers and the Instagram-famous Source D’Argent which is renowned for its blue seas, white sands and granite boulders.

• Duration: full day
• Daily departures from Praslin / Departs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from Mahe
• Operates year round from hotels in Mahe or Praslin
• Private experience

Good to know
Not suitable for guests with mobility issues. The return ferry trip between Mahe or Praslin, a map of the island and entrance fees to L’Union Estate are included.

A duo of natural wonders awaits on this full day tour of Praslin. First up is the UNESCO-listed Vallee de Mai, a stunning valley cloaked in a dense natural palm forest that has hardly changed for hundreds of thousands of years. The second half of the day will be spent at Anse Lazio, a jaw-dropping stretch of sand on the island’s north coast.

• Duration: full day
• Departs on Monday (and Thursday for guests staying in Praslin and La Digue)
• Operates year round from hotels in Mahe, La Digue or Praslin
• Group experience

Good to know
Not suitable for guests with mobility issues. Guests two years or younger are not allowed on this experience. The return ferry trip between Mahe or La Digue, a map of the island and entrance fees to Valle de Mai Nature Reserve are included.

Join a nautical adventure aboard the Oplezir catamaran. The voyage first stops at St. Pierre Island, a popular spot for swimmers and snorkelers. Next, you will visit Curieuse Island Reserve, where you can admire the size and majesty of giant land tortoises. Take a one-hour tour of the island, walking through beautiful mountains and enchanting mangrove swamps until you reach Anse Jose. Enjoy a delicious barbeque, served onboard the catamaran, before sailing to Anse Georgette beach for a refreshing swim. The day concludes with a scenic cruise along the northeast coast of Praslin Island.

Sail through the azure waters of the Seychelles on the magnificent Oplezir catamaran. Your journey begins as you sail towards the privately owned Sisters Island, a granite paradise surrounded by tropical forests and pristine beaches. With crystal clear waters, the lagoon offers excellent visibility, allowing guests to spot sea turtles and other fascinating marine creatures beneath the surface. Stroll along the beaches and admire the vibrant tropical forests before joining your fellow guests for a barbeque on board.

Experience the beauty of Seychelles’ seas by snorkelling off the shores of Coco or Félicité islands after lunch. Coco Island is a serene tropical paradise with picturesque granite boulders, palm trees, and a beautiful sandy beach. Félicité island is larger and covered in dense vegetation, showcasing the natural ruggedness of the Seychelles. Both islands offer vibrant waters teeming with diverse flora and fauna, creating an enchanting underwater world.

• Duration: full day