Drift between islands by boat on calm, turquoise water. Beneath the surface, reefs reveal a world of colour, from shoals of fish to the quiet movement of Rays.
Seychelles
Scattered across the Indian Ocean, the Seychelles are a constellation of islands that balance effortless beauty with a strong sense of place. Granitic peaks rise out of turquoise lagoons, palm-fringed beaches stretch into the horizon, and inland forests shelter species found nowhere else. Each island has its own character — from the bustling rhythms of Mahé to the slower pace of Praslin, the timeless charm of La Digue, and the seclusion of private retreats.
Travel here is rarely about rushing. Days unfold gently, whether that’s walking through forests of coco de mer palms, drifting between islands by boat, or simply watching light shift across the water. The islands combine wild landscapes, protected reserves, and a rich Creole culture that makes the Seychelles feel as vivid on land as it does offshore.
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Best Time To Visit Seychelles
The Seychelles lie close to the equator, so warm weather is the rule year-round. What changes is the rhythm of the trade winds.
From April to October, the southeast trades bring cooler, drier weather with lower humidity — ideal for walking, diving and sailing between the islands. Skies are clear, seas are calmer, and underwater visibility is at its best.
From November to March, the northwest trades take over, bringing warmer air, occasional rain showers and a lusher landscape. This is the time when birdlife is at its peak, turtles come ashore to nest, and the islands feel particularly alive.
Both seasons have their appeal; it depends whether you’d rather travel in the clearer, drier months or see the islands at their most vibrant.
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Our Favourite Camps & Lodges
CARANA BEACH, MAHÉ
Set on a small horseshoe bay on the northeast coast of Mahé, Carana Beach Hotel offers a quieter, more grounded take on luxury in the Seychelles.
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Story Seychelles
Tucked discreetly at the quieter end of Mahé’s most iconic beach, Story Seychelles is a union of modern comfort and tropical calm. With direct access to the powdery sands of Beau Vallon, this low-rise resort is designed to complement rather than compete with its natural surroundings.
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Four Seasons, Mahé
Tucked into the forested hillside above Petite Anse, Four Seasons Seychelles offers an elevated perspective—both literally and in terms of comfort.
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Mango House
On the calm shores of Anse Aux Poules Bleues in southern Mahé, Mango House is a considered and contemporary retreat that still manages to feel relaxed and informal.
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Cheval Blanc Seychelles
Opening its doors on the southern shores of Mahé, Cheval Blanc Seychelles brings a quiet elegance to one of the island’s most unspoilt corners. Backed by forested hills and looking out onto the turquoise arc of Anse Intendance, the setting remains one of the most dramatic in the Seychelles.
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Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa
Built into the granite hillsides of Mahé’s north coast, Hilton Northolme is one of the island’s most established boutique properties. With just a handful of villas tucked between the forest and the sea, it offers a quiet, considered alternative to the larger resorts
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Constance Ephelia
Set between two of Mahé’s most striking beaches and surrounded by 120 hectares of lush tropical vegetation, Constance Ephelia is one of the Seychelles’ most family-friendly luxury resorts.
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Indian Ocean Lodge
Tucked away on the quieter west coast of Praslin, Indian Ocean Lodge offers an unfussy and relaxed base from which to explore the island’s wild interior and sculpted beaches.
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L’Archipel, Praslin
Tucked into the hillside at the far end of Côte d’Or Bay, Hotel L’Archipel offers a peaceful retreat with panoramic views over the Indian Ocean.
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Constance Lemuria
Set between three of the most beautiful beaches in the Seychelles and surrounded by lush tropical forest, Constance Lemuria is a luxurious retreat where nature and refined design meet.
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Raffles Seychelles
Raffles Seychelles is a contemporary and spacious escape, set on the northeastern curve of Praslin overlooking the white sand crescent of Anse Takamaka.
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Domaine de L’Orangeraie
This boutique hideaway on the island of La Digue delivers quiet indulgence in a location that feels truly removed from the modern world. Set between granite outcrops and lush tropical foliage, the villas here are scattered among fragrant gardens and up on the forested slopes, giving a wonderful sense of space and privacy.
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La Nautique
A small and thoughtfully designed property on the island of La Digue, La Nautique offers pared-back comfort in a setting that feels immediately grounded in the rhythms of island life.
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Le Repaire
Le Repaire is a small Italian-owned boutique hotel quietly set on the edge of La Digue’s main village. With just a handful of rooms and a shady beachfront garden, it feels more like staying in a friend’s coastal villa than a traditional hotel.
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Denis Private Island
A short flight north of Mahé delivers you to something quite different. Denis is a true private island — not in the flashy, hyper-designed sense, but in the best, most grounded way.
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Four Seasons Desroches
Reached by a short flight from Mahé, Desroches is a remote coral island in the outer Amirantes — an hour from the mainland but worlds away in feel.
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Labriz, Seychelles
Set on the rugged, rainforest-cloaked island of Silhouette, Labriz is a world apart from Mahé.
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Six Senses Zil Pasyon, Félicité Island
Occupying its own private island in the outer reaches of the Seychelles archipelago, Zil Pasyon offers a remarkably refined take on remote island living.
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Waldorf Astoria, Platte Island
Platte Island lies far to the south of the main Seychelles islands — a wild coral atoll fringed with reef and blessed with extraordinary biodiversity.
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What vaccinations do I need to visit Seychelles?
To find out the latest about which vaccinations you need please visit:https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations/africa/seychelles
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