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Seychelles
Granite islands and the world's most photographed beaches.
Getting there
Seychelles
Suggested length
7–10 nights across two or three islands
From
USD 180
Ideal for
Milestone celebrations and special honeymoons
The Seychelles is the Indian Ocean's showpiece: granite boulders worn into sculpture, beaches that genuinely look retouched, and rare wildlife from giant tortoises to the coco de mer palm. It is the most premium of the three island options we sell.
The classic trip is a three-island circuit — Mahé for arrival and city, Praslin for the Vallée de Mai and Anse Lazio, La Digue for the unforgettable Anse Source d'Argent, reached by bicycle. Inter-island flights and fast ferries stitch it together.
Because it sits at the top of the price range, we reserve it for honeymoons and milestone celebrations, and we're honest about that at quote stage rather than overselling a first-timer into it.
Highlights
- Anse Source d'Argent on La Digue
- Vallée de Mai UNESCO site and coco de mer (Praslin)
- Three-island circuits by air and fast ferry
- Private-island barefoot luxury options
- Visa-free entry with a visitor's permit
When to go
Calm transitions
Apr – May & Oct – NovOur pick — calm seas on both coasts and excellent visibility.
South-east monsoon
May – SepCooler and breezier; best for Anse Source d'Argent and active days.
North-west monsoon
Nov – MarWarmer with occasional rain; best for Beau Vallon and diving.
Getting there
Fly via Johannesburg to Mahé (SEZ), then inter-island flights or the Cat Cocos ferry. Visa-free with a visitor's permit issued on arrival — we prepare the paperwork you'll need to show.
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