Seychelles Vacations

Tropical paradise, Island of love, the archipelago nation off the east coast of Africa has many a splendid names. Seychelles – a home away from home to travelers from across the world, leaves many enchanted with its beauty. There’s a reason why, the hungry adventurer keeps returning – because every trip is bespoke, every U-turn has a new treasure. Seychelles Tourism was once restricted only to those with heavy pockets, but things have changed now…a light budget, does not translate into a light experience anymore.

Sights and sounds to dazzle the senses, national monuments that are soaked in years of history, rich culture that echoes from local folk, the natural surrounding beauty accentuated by the waves and the forests alike.

Seychelles Tourism has left no stone unturned in making sure that guests, on even a shoe string budget are treated like royalty. Smaller hotels, guesthouses and resorts line the three most popularly visited islands of Seychelles: Mahe, Praslin and La Digue.

The best way to soak in the sun, would be a leisurely sun bath on the exotic beaches. An unassuming jungle trail, excursions up the many granite peaks and an effort to make friends with the underwater life beneath the Seychelles Seas is what makes this island equivalent to paradise. There are a number of tourist attractions at the islands that you must visit. Some of the most sought after destinations include:

Mahe—here you can visit:

•    Victoria’s Clock Tower
•     National History Museum
•    Codevar Craft Centre – for souvenirs and gifts
•    Natural History Museum
•    Botanical Gardens – recommended for giant tortoises and plant species
•    Morne Seychellois National Park

Praslin—it is popular for:
•    Anse Lazio Beach – voted “The best beach in the world” in 2004
•    Vallee de Mai. The National Park is well-known for the ‘Coco de Mer’ palm and some of the rarest birds on earth
•    Anse Volbert beach – the islands best swimming place
•    Praslin Ocean Farm. Dedicated to the cultivation of Giant Clams and Black Lip Pearl oysters which form the black pearls
•    Sister Rocks, South Marianne and White Bank – three top dive sites
La Digue—renowned for tourist attractions like:
•    Anse Source d’Argent beach. One of the most photographed beaches in the world.
•    Historical Cemetery
•    Ox cart ride

Seychelles Tourism has been serving international tourists for many decades and hence, its overall standards for hosting visitors is at par with the best of global touring destinations.

There is a reason why the tropical island of Seychelles still inhabits a sense of mystery within itself. An escape from reality to many a holiday seekers, there are still a million spots on these islands that remain undiscovered and most importantly untouched.

If you’ve made up your mind, to live the Creole lifestyle for a while, your Seychelles trip can be memorable and enlightening, if you just follow a few simple steps. So, gear up with the right attitude, itinerary and some sun block, and we guarantee you’ll surrender to some tense resistance, when it’s time to go back home!

The most popular and most visited islands are Mahe, Praslin and La Digue. Blessed with the most exquisite beaches in the world and abundant with the goodness of nature’s finest, the triplets offer a variety of diverse activities, varying from bathing under the tropical sun, nature trails into the tranquil forests,  bird watching at world renowned bird sanctuaries, deep sea diving, fishing, sailing to a lot more. Now that you know what to do when you get to Seychelles, allow us to help you make the most of your holiday, by providing you with a few travel tips.

Everyone is welcome at the Seychelles Islands, NO VISAs are required for entry. However, a few other documents are required to obtain immigration clearance, these include:
a) A valid passport carrying the date of entry
b) Return ticket
c) Accommodation proof and contact details (like Next of Kin)

The local currency is the Seychelles Rupees (SCR). ATMs are located at all major banks in Mahe, La Digue and Praslin. It is advisable NOT to change all your foreign currency into SCR, but only the amount required for the particular day. Even though Seychelles enjoys a low crime rate, it is advisable not to carry your passport and large sums of money with you while you travel to the beach. Most hotels provide safekeeping facilities. The sun in Seychelles is very strong, so if you’re hoping to come back home with a spectacular tan and not a sun burn, we recommend a strong sun block.

Like most tourist destinations, do not travel alone—make sure, at least one person is aware of your whereabouts. However, this doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t explore this exotic island destination. Shedding your inhibitions and looking beyond the conventional touring spots is the ideal way of making your Seychelles trip truly enlightening.