What To Do in Seychelles – Top 3

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Famous for its pristine white beaches, visitors will be doing themselves an injustice if they spend their entire time sampling the archipelago’s many beaches. From protected forests, unique geological formations, world-class snorkelling & scuba diving, heavenly hiking trails, some mouth-watering local cuisine, and much more, there is an endless list of reasons you should visit Seychelles. So please read on as we outline our top 3 list of what to do in Seychelles.

What is Seychelles Known For?

Seychelles is a collection of small islands famous for being the ideal honeymoon destination, especially among celebrities. The tropical island, filled with deep blue waters and clean white sandy beaches, is also home to many of the world’s rarest creatures. The island is also one of the least populated African countries, and is also home to one of the world’s largest fruit, the Coco de Mer, which takes a stunning ten years to ripen!

The capital of Seychelles, Victoria, is the world’s smallest capital. Conversely, the nation is known to be home to the world’s most gigantic tortoise: Esmeralda.

Where is Seychelles Located?

The African nation of Seychelles is located east of the African continent on the Indian Ocean. It is found northeast of Madagascar and South East of Somalia. The country consists of 115 islands and is one of the most scenic countries in Africa.

Do You Need a Visa to go to Seychelles?

Visitors do not require a visa to travel to Seychelles since it is a visa-free country. Visitor permits are issued to visitors with valid passports upon their arrival at the airport.

How Many Days Should You Spend in Seychelles?

The most concurrent opinion is that visitors should spend at least ten days on the islands due to the sheer number of islands to visit and explore. Of course, 14 days are more than sufficient, but some prefer to explore as many islands as possible at their own pace, which usually takes up to three weeks.

What To Do in Seychelles

When someone is considering a vacation to Seychelles, they are usually spoiled for choice and are hit with analysis paralysis due to the sheer number of attractions this country offers. In our list, we attempted to select some of the country’s most unique attractions and activities. Here is our answer to the question of “What To Do in Seychelles?”

Observe Rare Animals in the Morne Seychellois National Park on Mahé Island

The Morne Seychellois National Park is a wildlife reserve, but it also occupies an area rich in history and stories of slavery, plantations, and education camps. With over 15km of trail in this wildlife park, it is easy to get lost in it. Luckily there are many trails and paths to choose from to make the journey simpler.

In this park, you will find over 12 bird species that are exclusive to Seychelles and can’t be found anywhere else. These birds, amongst other mammals and creatures, are abundantly found confidently strolling through the wilderness of this park. Furthermore, the expansive lush, uncorrupted and mountainous realms of this park give visitors the feeling that they are on an expedition in one of the world’s less explored territories. Block out a whole day of your time in Seychelles to explore this gem of a park.

Island Hopping

Visitors can choose from 20 seater planes, ferries, boats, or helicopters when choosing to island hop in Seychelles. Among visitor favourites is the island of Praslin, known for its laid-back environment and nature reserves, and La Digue, best known for its vibrant culture and people. With the latter, you can fully immerse yourself in everyday life of a Seychellian by enjoying your tour on a traditional ox cart.

Sample Famous Streed foods

Once again, when it comes to choice in Seychelles, we are at a loss for words, but alas, here are the top three foods you must try.

  1. Shark Chutney: We hate to begin with a side dish, but this delicacy is simply too brilliant not to be at the beginning of our list. Made from a mash of shark meat, fruits, garlic, and lime, this side dish goes well with anything in the local Seychellian menu.
  2. Coconut Curry: A creamy curry served with masala, chicken, onions, garlic, ginger, and saffron, the memory of its taste will linger with you for hours after you’ve left the dinner table.
  3. Bat Curry: Not for the faint of heart, this unusual dish is a local favourite and is made from the wings of fruit bats. Anyone who is squirming at the thought of eating a bat should know that this dish is served en masse in some of the country’s most popular restaurant chains. 

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What is the Best Time to Visit Seychelles?

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When considering arranging a trip to Seychelles, a few factors must be kept in mind. One is the ease of access to some of the nation’s most prominent attractions during your visit. Secondly, the crowds you’ll meet there. Will it be bustling with tourists or not? And three, the relative cost of the vacation during your intended time of visit. In this blog, we answer the question, “what is the best time to visit Seychelles?” and provide a general overview of timings and seasons in the tropical paradise.

What is the Best Time to Visit Seychelles?

It is a generally agreed-upon consensus that there are two main times to visit Seychelles, and they are both times when the hard trade winds are blowing the least. They are between April and May and between October and November. 

Avoiding heavy trade winds is especially important for those who want to sample the outspoken Seychellian beaches that many celebrities have raved about. This is because during heavy trade wind season, seaweed and other debris are blown all across beach shores, making it very undesirable to visit the beaches during that time.

Is that all?

Of course not. From April to May, visitors can expect plenty of sunshine as this is usually the warmest time of the year in Seychelles. Furthermore, and unlike in other seasons, the rains during these months are controlled and well-timed (usually during the peak of heat hours during the noon). Ultimately this means that visitors won’t be stranded in places or be forced to change their plans due to heavy rain.

Furthermore, visiting Seychelles between April and May and between October and November means you are avoiding the heavy traffic tourist season, which not only means you won’t have to worry about finding bookings and waiting in queues, but ultimately the average cost of practically everything will be lower during these times.

Are there Mosquitoes in Seychelles?

It is recommended that you bring mosquito repellent with you to Seychelles as there are occurrences of mosquitoes. Visitors need not worry, however, since malaria is non-existent in Seychelles, and sleeping nets are everywhere. 

How is the Weather in Seychelles in December

The weather during December in Seychelles is extremely windy and rainy. Temperatures usually stay around 30 degrees Celsius, and most parts of the country get about 12 hours of sunlight. 

Although December is usually known for travel and tourism, there are better holiday candidates than Seychelles for this time of the year.

But if you insist on visiting at this time of the year, here’s what you should do.

Where to Stay in Seychelles in December?

Praslin is an excellent place to stay in when visiting Seychelles in December. This is because the island’s beaches are clear of seaweeds (at least the south and southwestern parts), with the added bonus that this city’s biodiversity is enhanced during this season.

When is the Rainy Season in Seychelles?

Although it rains almost constantly throughout the year in Seychelles, December to February are the wettest months of the year and are generally an unorthodox time to visit the tourist paradise.

In Summary: When is the best time to visit Seychelles?

The ideal time to visit Seychelles is between April and May. The second best time to visit the country is between October and November. This is to avoid the strong trade winds that start in November and cause some chaos in Seychelles.

Gulf Reps

Gulf Reps is the leading travel and tourism representation company in the Middle East, with over 60 years of regional and industry experience. Specialising in directing the Arab traveller segment to your region or destination, we have served clients on six continents, delivering transformative results to everyone from hoteliers to tourism boards. 

Our mix of world-class marketing expertise, PR specialists, unparalleled connections and relationships, plus our eclectic mix of marketing channels, makes working with Gulf Reps the only sure way to drive Middle Eastern tourists to your destination.

To find out more about our services, you can call us at +971 (0)4 703 6333 or write to us at sammy@gulfreps.com