Photo: Tobias Alt, CC BY-SA 4.0
Photo: Tobias Alt, CC BY-SA 4.0
The Republic of Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands in the western Indian Ocean, northeast of Madagascar. The inner islands are granite—among the oldest mid-ocean granite formations on Earth—while the outer islands are low-lying coral atolls. This geology produces beaches of extraordinary variety, from the iconic boulder-framed coves of La Digue to wide, palm-backed strands on Mahé.
Granite islands produce sheltered coves with sculpted rock formations, white-pink sand, and calm reef-protected lagoons. Coral islands offer long, flat beaches with turquoise shallows. The warm equatorial climate and clear waters support exceptional snorkelling and diving.
Consistently ranked among the world's finest beaches, on Seychelles' second-largest island.
Photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0The Seychelles' most famous beaches are Anse Source d'Argent (La Digue, world's most photographed), Anse Lazio (Praslin, consistently world-ranked), Beau Vallon (Mahé, most popular), and Anse Georgette (Praslin, secluded paradise).
No visa is required for any nationality to visit the Seychelles. All visitors receive a free Visitor's Permit on arrival for up to 3 months. You need a valid passport, return ticket, proof of accommodation, and sufficient funds.
The Seychelles is a premium destination. Budget accommodation starts around €80–120/night for guesthouses. Mid-range hotels are €150–400/night. Luxury resorts start at €500+/night. Self-catering and local restaurants (Creole takeaways) help reduce food costs significantly.
The Seychelles is pleasant year-round. The best months are the transition periods: April–May and October–November when seas are calmest. The northwest monsoon (December–March) is warmer and wetter; the southeast monsoon (June–September) is cooler and drier.
