The Seychelles: Between Tropical Forests and the Indian Ocean

The Seychelles archipelago offers much more than just a beach vacation. We’ve put together a trip for our clients that combines exploring the main islands, an active itinerary in the tropical wilderness, and discovering the wonders of the Indian Ocean.

We spent our first few days on the island of Mahé. In Victoria, we got a glimpse of daily life on the island and the local Creole culture at the local market and the historic clock tower. In addition to Victoria, we explored the natural beauty of Mahé. We strolled through the botanical gardens and visited the Mission Lodge viewpoint, a place with a turbulent history and one of the most beautiful views of the island’s west coast. We ended the day at the traditional Takamaka distillery, where we tasted local rum and traditional Creole specialties.

The next part of our trip took us to the islands of Praslin and La Digue, which we reached by private boat. On Praslin, we visited the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the iconic Coco de Mer palms. We also stopped at Anse Lazio and Anse Source d’Argent beaches, famous for their white sand, turquoise waters, and distinctive granite boulders.

A hike along the Copolia Trail took us through a tropical forest to a lookout point, where we observed endemic plants and bird species typical of the Seychelles. The Anse Major Trail, on the other hand, led along the rocky coastline with views of Beau Vallon.

The final leg of the trip offered both marine life and a glimpse into history. In St. Anne’s Marine National Park, the guests dived into warm waters teeming with coral and colorful fish. From there, it was just a short distance to Moyenne Island. Their walk across the island was accompanied by dozens of freely roaming giant tortoises, which are the island’s iconic symbol.

Throughout the trip, the group experienced a mix of tropical rainforests, beaches, island-hopping excursions, and the underwater world of the Indian Ocean. It was this combination that allowed the clients to experience the Seychelles in all their diversity.