In the Seychelles you will find the ideal place for your dream Holidays in the Sun … Indeed, with the 115 islands forming the Seychelles archipelago, your greatest desires will surely be fulfilled. These islands are a haven for relaxation and escape. The archipelago is full of Tourist attractions not to be missed during your stay. Apart from the beautiful beaches, there are plenty of activities to do in the Seychelles.
The Indian Ocean provides the possibility for scuba diving and snorkelling with mask. The mountains offer the possibility to make wonderful hiking and the beaches allow for wonderful relaxing possibilities. If you plan to leave for the Seychelles in the very near future, here are a few ideas for activities to do on the island!
Hiking in the Seychelles
Discover Mahé, Praslin and La Digue trails crisscrossing the mountains and breathtaking landscapes where you will be most of the time alone with nature. Several Hiking of different levels of difficulty are available in the Seychelles. When leaving for a hike consider choosing good hiking boots, water bottles and a mobile phone can prove useful. Avoid leaving on your own, a professional guide will help you discover the hidden treasures.
Diving in the Seychelles
Discover the particularly colorful underwater world of the Seychelles! Scuba diving offers many opportunities to discover the Seychelles underwater flora and fauna, one incomparable beauty. Amateur of diving? Visit one of the most famous diving spots of the Seychelles on the Marianne island. You’ll discover fish of all colours wandering around beautiful alive corals. For snorkeling, Grande Soeur is the most popular island with visitors. In the Seychelles, diving is possible all throughout the year. Put on your fins, snorkel and mask and discover the world of silence: multicolored fish, manta rays, grouper, small sharks.
Fishing in the Seychelles
Fishing parties are among the favourite activities of tourists in the Seychelles. Why not give a try to a new experience and share good times with family, you lover or friends? Do not hesitate to bring your fish back to your hotel room or villa for a barbecue right. To be better prepared do inquire about operators offering that kind of service- fishing boat and equipment – and whether you want to relax on the high seas or spend some time fishing – you’ll enjoy to the maximum. Note that on Mahe there are some beautiful places ideal for fly fishing, which will remain an unforgettable experience in the Seychelles.
Golf in the Seychelles
Discover golfing during your trip to Seychelles – if you are not already an amateur of the game. The Seychelles are home to a 9 hole golf course on the island of Mahé and an 18 -hole on the island of Praslin covering 50 hectares of non-natural setting,. This is without any doubt one of the most heavenly places of Seychelles to enjoy a round of golf.
Visit the botanical gardens of the Seychelles
Botanical gardens were created in 1901 by Queen Victoria. They are home to a collection of Native palm trees and endemic plants and a small course in the heart of a tropical forest. AAR gardens are located in the heart of Victoria. Originally aimed for experimenting the growth of different species of plants during the colonial era. It has evolved since it is now open to the public. Enjoy admiring endemic bird species in those beautiful gardens.
Visit Victoria
Victoria is the main city of Mahé and the capital of the Republic of Seychelles. There you will surely come across the Seychellois living in Victoria. The number of residents accounts to 23,300 residents. Enjoy the capital of the Seychelles doing some shopping and visiting the Eden Plaza. This charming little town is ideal for anyone.
Visit the Rum Shack and organic farm
Sip rum while pecking on some local grilled fish on the barbecue at the Rum Shack, located in the Quartermaster Bay. Visit the organic farm or Join a cooking class so as to initiate yourself to the Seychellois gastronomy with its amalgam of origins and flavours.
Street Markets
The market offers great diversity of local products and handicrafts. On the occasion of a romantic ballad, watch fishermen carry their catches directly on the market, the stalls of fragrant spices and lemongrass, the sellers of teas and local specialties and discover the beautiful regional handicrafts. Omnipresent on the archipelago, the Coco de Mer (Coco Fess) is used to make a wide array of objects. The local craft is also renowned – its silver jewelry and silk painting.
Sea turtles nesting on the beach of Anse Intendance
Each year, turtles come to lay eggs on the dazzling beach of Anse Intendance. The season runs from October to February. This is where the baby turtles come out of eggs and spawn on their path until the shore to join the ocean.
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
This Romanesque church of colonial French origin was erected in 1874 in Victoria. Center of religious life for most Seychellois of the islands, It Includes a small garden and a beautiful statue of the Virgin Mary. It is a must visit for those couples visiting the island – one of the best romantic spot of the island.
A day trip to Praslin and La Digue
With a nonchalant atmosphere, his ancestral traditions and indolent lifestyle, La Digue is a picturesque island where you can refresh yourself with some coconut milk before discovering life on the plantations in L’Union Estate. Swim in the waters of the famous Anse Source d’Argent, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Then come and restore yourself with an exquisite Creole Lunch at one of the many hotels of the Seychelles. Visit the neighboring island of Praslin and embark for a guided tour of the enigmatic Vallée de Mai, where the legendary Coco de mer grows in the shadow of a secret valley. This site is a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Some even think that it is the legendary Garden of Eden.
We hope that you now know what to do during your holidays in the Seychelles!
Have Fun!
