Reasons To Visit The Seychelles
The Seychelles are world famous for their beaches and in rightly so. They really are as picture postcard beautiful as you imagine. The islands of Seychelles are fringed with perfect white sands ideal for beach lovers.
Taking a sailing trip is an excellent way to see more of the Seychelles’ beautiful island coastline. Swimming in secluded coves and exploring Robinson Crusoe-style desert islands is the stuff of daydreams.
Snorkelling and diving in the Seychelles are fantastic ways to see the diverse coral reefs and marine life. The best time to snorkel with whale sharks is in August and between October and January.
There is a wide range of accommodation on the Seychelles including deluxe five-star hotels, Creole guesthouses, boutique hotels, plantation houses and exclusive private island hideaways (these have only one exclusive lodge). Accommodation locations range from the larger islands of Praslin and Mahé to sleepy La Digue and far flung Desroches.
The coral reefs and drop-offs are host to an array of marine life from the big game fish marlin, sailfish and tuna to the colourful reef fish which teem in schools around the coral.
The Seychelles is home to well over 200 species of birds that vary from residents that stay all year around, to migrants who pass through with the seasons. Bird Island, as the name suggests, is alone home to around 800,000 pairs of sooty terns.
Lying back with a cocktail and occasionally dipping into the turquoise Indian Ocean to cool off is a wonderfully relaxing way to spend a day, or even a few!
If you visit from Oct-Jan you may be lucky enough to be joined by the Hawksbill turtles. Now critically endangered, they come ashore to dig their nests in the sand and then lay their eggs. A couple of months later (Dec-Mar)the hatchlings scuttle back into the sea during the night. The rare Green Turtle can be seen from June to September.
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Praslin is one of the larger islands, at 12 kilometres long and 5 kilometres wide. In the centre of the island is Vallée de Mai National Park, a world heritage site.
Cote D'Or Chalets is a set of seven spacious self-catering chalets, just a short walk from the beautiful Cote D'Or beach on Praslin.
Set in well kept gardens, Les Lauriers Petit Hotel is situated just across the road from Cote D'Or beach in Praslin - a superb stretch of sand.
The Coco de Mer is a good solid hotel and wonderful for families. It doesn't boast spectacular levels of luxury but provides value for money and a comfortable place to stay.
Les Villas D'Or are luxury self catering apartments set on the beautiful Cote D'Or beach on Praslin.
Village du Pecheur is something of a landmark in Praslin as it was one of the first hotels to be built on the island.
La Reserve has a superb position. The beach is essentially private and one of the most beautiful on Praslin.
L'Archipel is a elegant, peaceful and refined. It has a superb setting and is one of our favourite properties on Praslin.
The Paradise Sun is a good hotel on a lovely stretch of beach. The rooms are modern and stylish and there are plenty of things to do with a good dive and snorkel centre.
The Black Parrot Suites are superb. They have wonderful sea views and are very peaceful.
The Lemuria Resort has been beautifully designed and provides every luxury. It above a lovely set of beaches and is ideal if you want a beach holiday with all the creature comforts and more.
Raffles offers five star luxury and service on the beautiful island of Praslin. If you are looking for serious luxury and top levels of service, it won't disappoint.
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