Mahé (Victoria + Beaches)
Main island for arrivals: beach life, viewpoints, and easy day trips from a single base.
Read more ↓Seychelles is the dream combination: granite rock beaches, warm turquoise lagoons, and easy island-hopping. Most first trips feel perfect when you follow the “big three islands” rhythm: Mahé (arrival + beaches) → Praslin (UNESCO forest + famous beaches) → La Digue (iconic beach scenery), with optional boat day trips for snorkeling and small islands.
Choose 2–4 islands depending on your time. Seychelles is best when you don’t rush it.
Main island for arrivals: beach life, viewpoints, and easy day trips from a single base.
Read more ↓Home to the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve (UNESCO) and some of the most famous beaches.
Read more ↓Relaxed island vibe with legendary granite rock beaches and cycling everywhere.
Read more ↓Ancient palm forest on Praslin with the famous coco de mer and rare island biodiversity.
Read more ↓Calm lagoons, coral gardens, and unforgettable boat days (snorkeling, sandbanks, islands).
Read more ↓A remote natural wonder—often visited via special expeditions rather than standard holidays.
Read more ↓Mahé is where most travelers begin: beaches, viewpoints, and the capital city of Victoria for a light culture day.
Praslin is perfect for nature + beaches: you can do a UNESCO forest walk in the morning and swim in the afternoon.
La Digue is the postcard island: quiet lanes, bicycles, and the famous granite boulders of its beaches.
Vallée de Mai is a UNESCO World Heritage Site on Praslin, famous for its palm forest and the iconic coco de mer. It’s an easy, rewarding walk that adds a strong “nature” chapter to a beach-focused trip.
One boat day can become the highlight of your Seychelles trip: snorkeling, sandbanks, island lunches, and calm lagoon water. Choose trips based on sea conditions and your swimming comfort.
Aldabra is one of Seychelles’ two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It’s remote and usually visited via special expeditions, but it’s a powerful example of the wild, protected side of Seychelles.
Seychelles is best when you balance beaches, water activities, and one nature/UNESCO day.
Simple routes that work for most first-time visitors.
| Trip Length | Route Idea | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 4–6 Days | Mahé base + 1 boat day + 1 scenic road trip day | Quick beach escape |
| 7–9 Days | Mahé + Praslin (Vallée de Mai UNESCO) + La Digue day trip | Classic first trip |
| 9–12 Days | Mahé + Praslin + La Digue (2–3 nights) + 2 boat days | Best balance |
| 12–14 Days | Slow island-hopping + extra nature hikes + multiple snorkeling days | Relaxed luxury pace |
Seychelles is a year-round destination. Comfort depends on rainfall, sea conditions, and your mix of beach vs. hiking days.
For one island (Mahé), 4–6 days works. For the classic three islands (Mahé + Praslin + La Digue), 7–12 days is ideal.
Seychelles has two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Aldabra Atoll and Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve.
Many trips run smoothly, but opportunistic theft can happen. Use normal precautions, keep valuables secure, and avoid isolated areas at night.
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