Travelogues Seychelles
Vacation in Seychelles : Highlights & Travel Tips
Seychelles is a dreamlike Indian Ocean archipelago known for its powder-soft beaches, giant granite boulders, and clear turquoise water. What makes it especially appealing to travelers is the blend of castaway beauty and comfort: you can spend your days snorkeling coral reefs, island-hopping by ferry or small plane, hiking through lush nature reserves, and then returning to stylish beachfront resorts or charming guesthouses. The islands also offer a more relaxed, exclusive feel than many tropical destinations, with rich Creole culture, fresh seafood, and postcard-worthy scenery at nearly every turn.
Highlights include Mahé for markets, mountain viewpoints, and access to Morne Seychellois National Park; Praslin for the famous Vallée de Mai, home to the rare coco de mer palm; and La Digue for its laid-back atmosphere and iconic Anse Source d’Argent beach. Popular experiences include diving and snorkeling in marine parks, spotting giant tortoises on Curieuse or Aldabra-inspired conservation sites, taking sunset cruises, and exploring secluded coves. For practical planning, book inter-island transfers and popular accommodations early, especially in high-demand periods. Pack light, breathable clothing, reef-safe sunscreen, and water shoes for rocky shore entries, and budget carefully, as Seychelles can be expensive, though guesthouses and self-catering options can help reduce costs.
Popular travel destinations Seychelles
Best time to travel Seychelles
Based on the popularity data, the best time to visit Seychelles is from October to November, with November standing out as the peak month and October close behind. May is also a strong option, offering high traveler interest and likely appealing conditions, while months with missing data such as March and July are less certain for planning.
Latest travel reports from Seychelles
Seychelles - Day 13: Turtle Island, last snorkeling trip and return journey
Turtle Island, last snorkeling trip and return journey
Seychelles - Day 11: Island Hopping to La Digue Island
Island hopping to La Digue Island
Seychelles - Day 10: From the most beautiful to the 2nd most beautiful beach
Anse Georgette - From the most beautiful to the 2nd most beautiful beach
Seychelles - Day 9: Praslin - Anse Lazio
Anse Lazio - One of the most beautiful beaches in the world
Seychelles - Day 8: Praslin National Park Vallée de Mai
Praslin - National Park Vallée de Mai
Seychelles - Day 7: Crossing to Praslin Island
Crossing to Praslin Island
Seychelles - Day 6: The smallest capital in the world - Victoria
The smallest capital in the world - Victoria
Seychelles - Day 5: Mahe Island North
Mahe Island North
Seychelles - Day 4: Journey from the South to the North of Mahe Island
Journey from the South to the North of Mahe Island
Seychelles - Day 3: Island Mahé South
Island Mahé South
Seychelles - Day 2: Island Mahé South
Island Mahé South
Last day of vacation - just enjoy
And on our last day of vacation, we are once again awakened by radiant sunshine - wonderful. Grandpa waves goodbye to us one last time - I shout out to him from a distance,...
Dive and marvel!
Today we have another excursion planned, we have booked a boat tour to the St. Anne Marine National Park! For this, we will be woken up by the 'nature alarm clock', at 6:30 the...
After rain comes sunshine :)
Sun - after 2 days of (continuous) rain, the joy of seeing it is great! When we wake up today, the world looks completely different - the sea shines in its at least three...
Today it is supposed to rain, storm or be on the Seychelles...
Where has our 'good weather grandpa' disappeared to, this question is written all over our faces as we wake up this morning with storm and pouring rain against our ocean view...
Explore the South and North of Mahé...
This morning we have to move breakfast indoors for the first time because it must have rained heavily last night, our terrace is quite wet and since you can also enjoy a...
One last day in paradise...
Petite Anse
Favorite beach 'Petite Anse'
Penultimate vacation day begins - again today with bright sunshine and delicious breakfast with the sound of the sea in the background. I want to take this opportunity to...
Sunset Beach, Beau Vallon&Co
Beau Vallon
Mahe, returning with startup difficulties
Back at Mahe
Eagle's Nest
Eagle's Nest
Grand & Petit Anse and Anse Cocos
Grand Anse, Petit Anse, and Anse Coco
Snorkeling until the doctor comes...
Coco Island
Bacardi Advertisement a la Deluxe
Anse Source d'Argent
Trapped in the spell of La Digue
One last breakfast on Praslin before the last belongings are packed in the suitcase. A brief chat with the landlady when returning the keys - she advises us to ride the bicycle...
Last day on Praslin
Anse Lazio
Postcard motif Anse Georgette ...
Anse Georgette
Glorious Praslin
Anse Lazio
St. Anne Marine National Park
St. Anne Marine National Park
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