Seychelles

Sights

• Anse Source d'Argent – Granite boulders and shallow water on La Digue – one of the most photographed beaches in the world.
• Vallée de Mai – A primeval forest on Praslin with the coco de mer palm, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Anse Lazio – A broad sandy beach in the north of Praslin.
• Victoria – One of the world's smallest capitals, with a colourful market.
• Morne Seychellois – A national park with hiking trails and views over Mahé.
• Beau Vallon – A long beach on Mahé, ideal for swimming.

Food & nightlife

• Creole curry – Fish or octopus curry with coconut.
• Grilled fish – Red snapper or tuna with chilli sauce.
• Takeaways – Creole lunch boxes, cheap and local.
• Ladob – A sweet stew of plantain or breadfruit in coconut milk.

Day trips

• Curieuse – An island with free-roaming giant tortoises and mangroves.
• Cousin Island – A bird sanctuary island with thousands of seabirds.
• Sainte Anne Marine Park – Snorkelling off Mahé, or by glass-bottom boat.

Good to know

When to go

April–May, October–November

Getting around

Ferries and short domestic flights between Mahé, Praslin and La Digue; on Mahé a hire car or bus (drive on the left), on La Digue a bike.

Tipping

Service is usually included – rounding up is a nice gesture.

Power

Plug type G, 240 V – pack an adapter for Swiss plugs.

Currency

Seychellois Rupee (SCR)

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