8 Days • 7 Nights
Seychelles Island Hopping: Beaches, Boats & Discovery
Tour Includes
About the Trip
Trip Highlights
- Hopping between Mahe, Praslin and La Digue reveals the full beauty of the Seychelles. Each main island has its own beaches and character, and hopping between them by ferry and boat reveals the full beauty of the Seychelles. You explore Mahe's beaches, capital and mountains, Praslin's Vallee de Mai and Anse Lazio, and La Digue's iconic Anse Source d'Argent and car-free charm, savouring the variety and beauty of the three islands. The variety and beauty are magical. Hopping between Mahe, Praslin and La Digue, revealing the full beauty and variety of the three islands, is a magical and rewarding highlight of this Seychelles island-hopping journey.
- Boat excursions to smaller islands and marine parks are a magical highlight. Beyond the main islands, boat excursions reveal beautiful smaller islands and marine parks. You visit Curieuse, home to hundreds of free-roaming giant tortoises, snorkel the vibrant reefs of St Pierre and the Coco, Sister and Felicite islands marine park, and, perhaps, visit the bird sanctuaries of Cousin or Aride. The islands and reefs are magical. Taking boat excursions to smaller islands and marine parks, from the giant tortoises of Curieuse to the vibrant reefs of St Pierre, is a magical and rewarding highlight of this Seychelles island-hopping journey.
- The world's most beautiful beaches, from Anse Lazio to Anse Source d'Argent, are a beautiful highlight. Island-hopping brings you to the world's most beautiful beaches. You relax on Praslin's stunning Anse Lazio, La Digue's dreamlike Anse Source d'Argent amid sculpted granite, and countless other beautiful beaches and hidden coves, swimming and snorkelling in the warm, clear turquoise sea. The beaches are magical. Relaxing on the world's most beautiful beaches, from Anse Lazio to the dreamlike Anse Source d'Argent, amid sculpted granite and turquoise water, is a beautiful and unforgettable highlight of this Seychelles island-hopping journey.
- Snorkelling pristine reefs and meeting giant tortoises are wonderful highlights. Island-hopping brings you to the Seychelles' rich nature. You snorkel over pristine coral reefs and marine parks teeming with colourful fish and turtles, and meet giant Aldabra tortoises roaming free on Curieuse, La Digue and elsewhere, wonderful encounters with the islands' unique nature. The reefs and tortoises are wonderful. Snorkelling pristine reefs teeming with colourful fish and turtles, and meeting free-roaming giant tortoises, are wonderful highlights of this Seychelles island-hopping journey.
- Warm Creole culture and the adventure of island discovery are a rewarding highlight. Hopping between the islands, you experience the warm Seychellois Creole culture and cuisine, and the adventure and discovery of exploring multiple beautiful islands, each with its own character, by ferry and boat, savouring the freedom and variety of island-hopping. The culture and adventure are rewarding. Experiencing the warm Creole culture and the adventure of discovering multiple beautiful islands by ferry and boat is a rewarding highlight of this Seychelles island-hopping journey.
- Above all, this journey offers the beauty, variety and adventure of the enchanting Seychelles islands. The Seychelles is a scattering of beautiful islands, and island-hopping is the finest way to discover them. Over eight days you hop between Mahe, Praslin and La Digue, take boat excursions to smaller islands and marine parks, relax on the world's most beautiful beaches, snorkel pristine reefs, meet giant tortoises, and savour warm Creole culture. The combination of multiple beautiful islands, the world's best beaches, pristine reefs, unique nature and island adventure makes this a beautiful journey of discovery.
Day by Day
A detailed day-by-day plan for this 8-day journey.
Your Seychelles island-hopping journey begins as your flight arrives at Mahe's Seychelles International Airport, where you are met and transferred to your hotel on beautiful Mahe. The Seychelles is a scattering of beautiful islands, and the adventure of discovering them is exciting. Spend the rest of the day settling in and relaxing after your journey, taking a first swim in the warm, turquoise sea, relaxing on a beautiful beach such as Beau Vallon, and watching a glorious sunset. This evening, dine on delicious Creole cuisine, and settle into the relaxed island rhythm. As you settle in, the beauty of the Seychelles and the promise of island discovery work their magic. Rest well, ready to explore Mahe and begin island-hopping.
Today you explore beautiful Mahe. You visit charming Victoria, one of the world's smallest capitals, with its colourful market, botanical gardens and Creole architecture, and explore Mahe's beautiful beaches, from Beau Vallon to the stunning southern beaches of Anse Intendance and Takamaka, swimming in the warm sea. You take in the lush Morne Seychellois mountains and, perhaps, a spice garden or the wild coast. The capital, beaches and mountains are beautiful. As the day ends, you return to your hotel. This evening, savour Creole cuisine and a beautiful sunset. Rest well, ready to hop to beautiful Praslin tomorrow, gateway to the Vallee de Mai and boat excursions.
Today you hop to beautiful Praslin and explore its forest and islands. You take a scenic ferry or short flight to Praslin, and visit the Vallee de Mai, a UNESCO World Heritage palm forest home to the legendary coco de mer, wandering the ancient forest amid towering palms and rare black parrots. You relax on the stunning Anse Lazio, one of the best beaches on earth, swimming and snorkelling. The forest and beach are magical. As the day ends, you settle into your Praslin hotel. This evening, savour Creole cuisine. Rest well on beautiful Praslin, ready for a boat excursion to giant tortoises and vibrant reefs tomorrow.
Today you take a magical boat excursion to giant tortoises and vibrant reefs. You take a boat from Praslin to Curieuse Island, home to hundreds of free-roaming giant Aldabra tortoises, walking amid these gentle giants and the island's mangroves and beautiful beaches, and snorkel over the vibrant coral of the St Pierre islet, teeming with colourful fish and turtles, with a barbecue lunch on a beautiful beach. The tortoises and reefs are magical. As the day ends, you return to Praslin, enchanted. This evening, savour Creole cuisine and a beautiful sunset. Rest well on beautiful Praslin, ready to hop to enchanting La Digue tomorrow.
Today you hop to enchanting La Digue and its iconic beaches. You take a short ferry to La Digue, a tiny, tranquil island where the main transport is by bicycle and ox-cart. You explore the island by bicycle, visiting L'Union Estate with its giant tortoises and old plantation house, and the magical Anse Source d'Argent, perhaps the most beautiful and photographed beach in the world, with its powder-white sand, shallow turquoise water and spectacular sculpted pink granite boulders. You relax on this dreamlike beach, swimming and snorkelling. The beach and island are magical. As the day ends, you settle into your La Digue accommodation. This evening, savour Creole cuisine. Rest well on enchanting La Digue, ready to explore more tomorrow.
Today you explore more of enchanting La Digue. You cycle the tranquil island, exploring its beautiful beaches, the wild Grand Anse and Petite Anse, the beautiful Anse Cocos, and returning to the magical Anse Source d'Argent, meeting giant tortoises and taking in the sculpted granite scenery and car-free charm, swimming and snorkelling in the beautiful bays. The beaches and charm are magical. As the sun sets over the ocean, you savour the glorious colours. This evening, savour Creole cuisine, reflecting on the beauty of the islands. Rest well on enchanting La Digue, ready to hop back to Mahe tomorrow.
Today you hop back to Mahe, enjoying its beauty. You take the ferry back to Mahe, and enjoy the island's beautiful beaches and, perhaps, hidden coves and viewpoints, swimming and snorkelling, exploring more of Victoria and its Creole culture, or relaxing on a stunning southern beach. You savour the beauty and warm culture of Mahe, and reflect on the beautiful islands you have hopped. The beaches and culture are beautiful. As the sun sets over the ocean for the last time, you savour the glorious colours. This evening, enjoy a final dinner, savouring delicious Creole cuisine, reflecting on your island-hopping journey. Rest well on beautiful Mahe, the enchanting islands of the Seychelles vivid in your memory, ahead of your departure tomorrow.
After a final, relaxed morning on beautiful Mahe, perhaps a last swim in the turquoise sea, you are transferred to the airport for your onward international departure. You leave deeply relaxed and enchanted, having discovered the enchanting islands of the Seychelles, hopping between Mahe, Praslin and La Digue, taking boat excursions to giant tortoises and vibrant reefs, relaxing on the world's most beautiful beaches, snorkelling pristine coral, and savouring warm Creole culture. The images stay vivid long after you land, the three beautiful islands, the world's best beaches, the giant tortoises, the vibrant reefs, and the ancient palm forest. The Seychelles offers the beauty, variety and adventure of its enchanting islands in abundance, and you depart already dreaming of a return to discover more of this island paradise.
Where You Will Travel
What's inside the package?
Inclusions
- 7 nights accommodation on a bed-and-breakfast basis
- Airport and island transfers (ferries or inter-island flights as specified)
- Excursions and activities as per itinerary with local guides
- Services of local guides and hosts as per itinerary
- , inter-island ferry and boat transfers, a Curieuse and St Pierre island excursion, a Vallee de Mai visit, an Anse Source d'Argent tour, and snorkelling excursions
Exclusions
- International airfare
- Visa or tourist card fees where applicable
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Most lunches and dinners (to enjoy the islands' Creole cuisine)
- Optional excursions and tips for guides and drivers
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions
- Drinks unless specifically stated
- Optional excursions and experiences
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
Know when to go.
- Visa & entry: The Seychelles requires no visa; all visitors receive a free Visitor's Permit on arrival (commonly up to 30 days, extendable) with a passport valid for the stay, a return ticket, confirmed accommodation and sufficient funds. Requirements can change, so we confirm the current details before travel
- Currency: The currency is the Seychellois Rupee (SCR); at hotels and resorts, euros, US dollars and cards are widely accepted, and larger establishments bill in euros. Carry some cash for local shops, markets, taxis and tips; ATMs are available on Mahe, Praslin and La Digue
- Best time to visit: The Seychelles is warm year-round; the calmest, clearest seas are around the changeover months of April to May and October to November. The north-west monsoon (December to March) is hotter and wetter; the south-east trades (May to September) are cooler, breezier and drier, with some seaweed on east-facing beaches
- Island transfers: The main islands, Mahe, Praslin and La Digue, are linked by fast Cat Cocos ferries and by short Air Seychelles inter-island flights; La Digue is reached by ferry from Praslin. Private-island resorts use dedicated boat or plane transfers. We arrange all inter-island transfers and time connections carefully
- Beaches, reefs & nature: The Seychelles has some of the most beautiful beaches and granite scenery on earth, and rich marine and island nature; use reef-safe sunscreen, respect the marine parks and nature reserves, do not touch coral or disturb wildlife (including nesting turtles and giant tortoises), and follow guides' advice for a responsible, rewarding visit
- Getting around: On La Digue, the main transport is by bicycle and ox-cart, adding to its charm; on Mahe and Praslin, taxis, buses and hire cars are available, and we arrange transfers and tours. The islands are relaxed and easy, with excellent Creole hospitality and a gentle, unhurried pace
- Health & safety: The Seychelles is a safe, welcoming destination with no malaria (though mosquito-borne dengue can occur, so use repellent). Standard precautions apply. The tropical sun is strong, so bring sun protection and stay hydrated, heed swimming and current advice, and take comprehensive travel insurance
- Culture & power: Seychellois Creole culture blends African, French, Indian and Chinese heritage; Creole, English and French are spoken, and hospitality is warm and relaxed. Dress is casual and beachwear at resorts, modest in Victoria and villages. Power is 230V with UK-style type G plugs, so bring an adapter
Frequently Asked Questions
Is island-hopping the best way to see the Seychelles?
For those who want beaches, nature and variety, yes. Island-hopping between Mahe, Praslin and La Digue, with boat excursions to smaller islands and marine parks, reveals the full beauty and character of the Seychelles, each island offering its own beaches, nature and charm, from the coco de mer forest to giant tortoises and iconic beaches. We arrange all ferry and boat transfers and time connections carefully, so hopping is smooth. For those seeking pure relaxation, a single-island stay also works beautifully; we tailor to you.
Which island excursions are best?
Wonderful boat excursions include Curieuse Island (hundreds of free-roaming giant tortoises) with snorkelling at St Pierre; the Sainte Anne or Coco, Sister and Felicite marine parks (superb snorkelling); the bird sanctuaries of Cousin and Aride (spectacular seabird colonies); and full-day catamaran trips. From La Digue, cycling to hidden beaches is a highlight. We include the best excursions and can add others, tailoring the island-hopping to your interests in beaches, snorkelling, nature or birdlife.
What meals are included?
This depends on the board basis chosen (bed and breakfast, half board, full board or all-inclusive), which we tailor to you and each island or resort. Many island hotels offer half board, while private-island resorts are often full board or all-inclusive. Seychellois Creole cuisine is delicious, fresh fish and seafood, fragrant curries, tropical fruit and coconut, and we advise on the best board basis and dining, often leaving meals free to explore the islands' lovely Creole restaurants.
How do I travel between the islands?
The main islands, Mahe, Praslin and La Digue, are linked by fast, comfortable Cat Cocos ferries and by short, scenic Air Seychelles inter-island flights (Mahe-Praslin), with La Digue reached by a short ferry from Praslin; private-island resorts use dedicated boat or plane transfers. We arrange all inter-island transfers, whether ferry or flight, and time connections carefully, so island-hopping is smooth and easy.
Do I need a visa for the Seychelles?
No visa is required: all visitors receive a free Visitor's Permit on arrival, commonly for up to 30 days (extendable), with a valid passport, return ticket, confirmed accommodation and sufficient funds. It is one of the easiest destinations to enter. We confirm the current requirements before travel, so arrival is smooth and you can head straight to your island paradise.
Is the Seychelles good for non-divers?
Wonderfully so. Even snorkellers enjoy beautiful reefs, marine parks and clear waters, often straight off the beach, teeming with colourful fish and turtles, and there are giant tortoises, the coco de mer palm forest, world-famous beaches, island-hopping, sailing, nature reserves and blissful relaxation. Divers enjoy superb diving, but the Seychelles is magical for everyone, with the world's most beautiful beaches and granite scenery, rich nature and warm Creole charm.
When is the best time to visit?
The Seychelles is warm and beautiful year-round; the calmest, clearest seas for beaches, snorkelling and diving are around April-May and October-November. December-March is hotter and wetter; May-September is cooler, breezier and drier, with some seaweed on east-facing beaches (west and sheltered beaches stay lovely). We advise on the best timing and islands for your interests, whether beaches, diving, sailing or nature.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Absolutely. We can combine Mahe, Praslin, La Digue and the private islands in any way, from a single beautiful island to multi-island hopping, sailing cruises, honeymoon, family, diving or nature-focused journeys, and tailor the resorts, board basis, transfers and experiences to you. The Seychelles offers the world's most beautiful beaches, rich nature and warm Creole charm, and every holiday is tailored to create your ideal island paradise.
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