Seychelles Paradise
Seychelles, 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, dazzle with white sands, coral reefs, and giant tortoises. Off Africa’s east coast, it’s biodiversity hotspot—UNESCO Vallée de Mai. I island-hopped in dry season—May-October—calm seas, 28°C, whale sharks.
Arrival in Mahé
Fly into Seychelles International; ferries or flights to Praslin, La Digue. Rent bike on La Digue—no cars. Stay beach bungalows or luxury resorts.
Mahé Highlights
Victoria: World’s smallest capital—market spices, Hindu temple.
Beau Vallon: Curved bay, snorkel rays.
Moray eels hide reefs.
Praslin Wonders
Vallée de Mai: Coco de mer palms—double coconut. Black parrots squawk.
Anse Lazio: Top beach—powder sand, takamaka shade.
La Digue Dream
Bike heaven: Ox carts, granite boulders.
Anse Source d’Argent: Iconic—boulders frame lagoons, film sets.
Grand Anse: Wild waves, sea cocoons.
Marine Magic
Snorkel Curieuse: Hawksbill turtles graze.
Dive Aldabra: World’s largest atoll—remote, manta rays.
Whale sharks: August-October gentle giants.
Creole Culture
Sega dances: Firelit beaches.
Kreol Festival: October music, food.
Takamaka rum: Distillery tours.
Food Fusion
Grilled fish: Red snapper, lime.
Ladob: Banana-plantain dessert.
Shark chutney: Spicy mash.
Fruit: Breadfruit chips.
Adventure Activities
Hike Morne Seychellois: Cloud forest, views.
Kayak marine parks.
Zipline Praslin.
Eco Retreats
Cousin Island: Bird sanctuary—seychelles warblers.
Tortoise reserve: Aldabra giants roam.
Day Trips
Silhouette: Helicopter, hikes.
Denis: Private island snorkel.
Stay Bliss
Luxury: Four Seasons—spa villas.
Eco: Chalets bamboo.
Budget: Guesthouses.
Tips
SCR rupees. English/French/Creole. Mosquito repellent. Reef-safe sunscreen. Eco: No plastics, turtle watch.
Seychelles heals: Waves lull, palms whisper, reefs pulse life.
Highlights: Boulder photo. Tortoise pat. Sunset sail.
Solo: Island peace. Families: Beach builds. Couples: Honeymoon hides.
Budget: $250/day.
Seychelles calls eternal. Pack flippers—dive bliss!
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