The Seychelles are granite islands with powder-white beaches and warm clear water. They are expensive, but guesthouses and self-catering make a first trip much more affordable.
Quick facts
- Getting there: fly into Mahe (SEZ), often via Dubai, Doha, Addis Ababa or Nairobi.
- Best months: April to May and October to November for calm seas and light winds.
- Time needed: 7 to 10 days.
- Currency: Seychelles rupee (SCR).
A simple first route
- Mahe (3 nights): beaches, the capital Victoria and the mountain trails.
- Praslin (3 nights): Anse Lazio beach and the Vallee de Mai forest.
- La Digue (2 nights): bikes, granite boulders and Anse Source d’Argent.
Money-saving tips
- Book guesthouses with a kitchen. Resort prices are very high.
- Buy inter-island ferry tickets ahead in high season.
- Eat at local takeaways for cheap, tasty creole food.
- Shoulder months bring lower flight and hotel prices.
- Get mobile data before you land so maps and ferries are easy to check.
Prices, schedules and entry rules change. Always confirm with airlines, hotels and official sources before booking.