Seychelles feels less like a resort catalogue and more like a handful of islands that have kept their own rhythm. On Mahé, the capital Victoria spills up the hills in pastel houses, and you can wander the Sir Selwyn Selwyn, Cromwell Market where the air smells of fresh fish, cinnamon and ripe mangoe...
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9- Anse Source d'Argent$0-$0
Iconic pink-sand beach on La Digue, famous for its granite boulders; arrive early to avoid crowds and bring reef-safe sunscreen.
Find on Viator → - Vallee de Mai$25-$25
Walk the UNESCO-listed palm forest on Praslin to see the rare coco de mer; a guided path makes spotting the giant seeds easy.
Find on Viator → - Morne Seychellois Peak$0-$0
Hike to the highest point on Mahé for panoramic ocean views; the trail is moderate and takes about four hours round-trip.
Find on Viator → - Full-day cruise to Silhouette & Desroches$180-$180
Luxury catamaran tour of the outer islands, including snorkeling stops and onboard lunch; book in advance for the best cabins.
Find on Viator → - Le Jardin$45-$45
Enjoy a Creole tasting menu featuring grilled lobster at this popular Mahé restaurant; reserve a table for the full experience.
Find on Viator → - Marie Antoinette$30-$30
Sample the rich octopus curry at this Praslin eatery; the portion is generous and pairs well with a local beverage.
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Where to stay
6- Four Seasons Resort Seychelles$1300/ntAnse Lobor, MahéBook →
- Constance Lemuria$1200/ntRas Getni, PraslinBook →
- The Place Boutique Hotel$350/ntBel Air, MahéBook →
- Aldabra House$380/ntCôte du Soleil, PraslinBook →
- Lakaz Ranna$150/ntBeau Vallon, MahéBook →
- L’Hôtellerie de la Digue$180/ntAnse Source d'Argent, La DigueBook →
Where to eat
8- Le Jardin$45-$45/ppCreole · MahéReserve →
- Marie Antoinette$30-$30/ppSeafood · PraslinReserve →
- Takamaka Rum Distillery$15-$15/ppRum · MahéReserve →
- The Banyan Tree$12-$12/ppCocktails · VictoriaReserve →
- Sir Selwyn Selwyn–Cromwell Market$5-$10/ppCreole street food · VictoriaReserve →
- Roadside Shack in Baie Lazare$25-$30/ppCreole · Baie LazareReserve →
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