Things To Do In Seychelles

The ocean is excellent for scuba diving and snorkeling. The unique geographical layout of the coral reefs, marine walls, apexes, drop-offs, bottomed ship wrecks, and ravines makes scuba diving a true fantasy adventure. Mahe island is perfect for snorkeling at spots like Bay Ternay.

Copolia Trail in Mahe Island is the best track in the country for trekking and hiking junkies! The trail leads up to magnificent granite hilltops. You get a bird’s eye view of the islands, its beaches, and the mysteriously exotic blue Indian Ocean. Try heading out in the morning for a fun experience.

The beaches of Anse Lazio, Anse Georgette, Anse Source D’Argent, and Beau Vallon beaches are ideal to get your tan on. Take a romantic, adventurous walk down the beaches, lay in the sand, paddle in the shallows, and vibe with the bounties of nature. The beaches have to offer snorkelling, jet skiing, water skiing, and scuba diving activities, just in case you’re in the mood for some thrill.

Go valley-crossing (aka zip-lining) and climb rocks under professional supervision for some secure adventuring! The Constance Ephélia is one such  luxury resort with huge granite outcrops for you to venture upon. Pick from the different levels of difficulty and watch yourself get more sure-footed on vacation.

Pre-book this tourist favourite so that you can secure your spot for this busy activity. You get to buzz through the forest canopy, flora and fauna. You have 8 zip lines ranges to pick from, so find your favourite landscape and take off! This is safe for adults as well as children which makes it perfect for family trips.

Old-fashioned luxury chilling? The golf clubs here are your cup of tea. Choose from one of the two (or both!) sprawling golf clubs - the Seychelles Golf Club and The Lemuria Champions Golf Course. Face the competitive challenges and scenic views. Pick a luxury resort near the club for added fun and convenience.

This activity adds to the magic of it all. Witness an actual eagle’s eye view of the entire archipelago. At INR 30,000/- for a 15-minute ride, this is a luxurious gift to your significant other and makes for a very romantic date idea.

The northwest of Praslin Island has the Anse Lazio beach which is super close to Madagascar and Zanzibar. Large granite boulders enhance the beauty of the beach. This spot here is secluded and relaxing.

Looking for a luxury villa? Petit Armour is the place to be. This is located on Mahe Island and is appropriate for couples as well as family vacations. The aqua blue and white theme goes with the beachy surroundings, and the opulent pools and fluffy king sized beds will leave you feeling rejuvenated. Wake up to the ocean and sky turning beautiful shades and make full avail of the deep-sea fishing activity.

Be it French architecture or French wine, Kenwyn House is the place to be. This 18th century construct is a classic French architectural piece. Kenwyn House is a monument that has luxurious and premium retail companies, precious gems and silver shops to spend your holiday cash on!

This is a vintage plantation house named La Digue. This piece of 300 hectares of land is now a national monument. It presents the cultural and historical symbolism of Seychelles. Thick cinematic coconut plantations, spooky old cemeteries, a spontaneous coconut oil mill, Copra house, and tortoise enclosure lounge on this land.

Seychelles offers unique traditional creole street food. Head out on a local tour to visit popular local stalls to make the most of your experience. Choose from a plethora of spots, ask the locals around or your resort front-desk for their suggestions. We recommend Jules Take Away and The Copper Pot in Mahe, and the Gala Takeaway in La Digue.

Praslin, Fregate, and Denis - hop from one island to another and witness cultural diversity in nature’s arms. Take in the unique vegetation, exotic biodiversity, mountain tops and moonlit shores for a full throttle load of memories to take back home with you. Pick your favourite restaurants on the way.

Anse Georgette Beach is a hikking gem. Mont Plaisir Georgette is the best trail in Seychelles. You get a 360 view of the whole island! What more do we need?  It takes about an hour to finish the hike on an average. Head out in the morning to beat the heat of the sun.

This is a proud World Heritage Site and gift that the Praslin Island of Seychelles has in store for you. This rare spot houses the coco de mer palm trees, in their natural habitat. Naturally, this place has some beautiful birds for you to admire and photograph.  The Seychelles bulbul, the Seychelles warbler, and the endangered black parrot can all be seen along the walking trails.

Morne National Park is one of Seychelles’ best spots for tourists that love wildlife and trekking. This eco reserve interlinked walking routes, birds and animals for your eyes to feast upon. It also makes for a great Instagram photoshoot venue. Opening hours are from 9 am to 5 pm so schedule your itinerary accordingly.

Curieuse Island is home to the ruins of the Leprosarium. This small granite island, is located close to the north coast of Praslin Island. It has cinematic bare red earth and a wide range of ecological goodness.

Hire a pedal boat or kayaks to venture the streams and inlets of ocean water. Go on a cruise to truly feel as one with the ocean while you lounge in luxury. Glass-bottom kayaking and sunset cruises await romantic getaways, so couples on their honeymoon know exactly what to pick!

This particular island is decorated with giant rocks, exotic giant turtles and well-preserved natural habitats. This relaxing walk gives you a good work out too. There are bistros that incentivise you with their delicious foods, summer-y mocktails and cocktails. Moyenne Island is an ideal date night pick.

Whether it’s a family vacation or date night, the all-day boat tour of Therese Island offers traditional African creole barbecue. It’s a 40-minute boat ride to and around Therese Island - a great spot to snorkel or sunbathe.

For all our artsy travellers out there, and we know how many of you are out there, this antique gallery displays the work of George Camille. Purchase his artwork here as an elegant and tasteful souvenir from your trip to Seychelles.

This bustling Seychelles’ market has literally everything under the moon and sun. The local vendors offer you printed t-shirts, necklaces and island merchandise as souvenirs to take home for your friends and family. Gorge on some local creole food while you’re at it for the full experience.