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Seychelles
The Seychelles archipelago consists of 115 diverse islands, delicately scattered like jewels in the sapphire-blue waters of the Indian Ocean. Each island's unique appeal and immaculate, uncrowded beaches bestow the Seychelles with the reputation of having some of the most unspoilt tropical hideaways in the world. A rich mix of Creole cuisine, unsurpassed scenery and a warm welcome are intrinsic aspects of the islands' charms. To experience the true magic of the Seychelles, we recommend exploring the outer islands. With their small populations and serene isolation you can indulge in consummate, carefree relaxation enhanced by the undisturbed environment that surrounds you.
ARIDE ISLAND
Seychelles Travel Tips
· Time: GMT +4 · Flying Time from UK: Approx. 10 hours · Language: The official languages are Creole and English. · Currency: Seychelles Rupee (SCR) £1 = SCR10.53 · Visa Requirements: A visa is not required for British citizens for stays of less than one month. · Festivals, Events & Busy Times: Most public holidays are Roman Catholic events, including Easter; the Assumption, and the Immaculate Conception. The one major non-religious festival is Festival Kreol, which was set up to preserve and promote Creole culture. Held every year around the end of October, this week-long festival is an explosion of Creole cuisine, fashion, art, music and dance. Creole artists from all over the world descend on the Seychelles for this festival of street theatre. · Tourist Office: Seychelles Tourist Office, Gatwick Road, Crawley RH10 9RB. More useful information can be found on page 112-113. Please note all bookings to the Seychelles carry a small additional fee of £9.00 per person
30 mins to Bird & Denis Islands
Indian Ocean
CURIEUSE ISLAND PRASLIN ISLAND
30 mins by ferry
FÉLÉCITE ISLAND LA DIGUE
NORTH ISLAND
15 mins
SEYCHELLES ISLANDS GROUP MAP
AMIRANTE ISLANDS
MAHÉ
SILHOUETTE ISLAND
Indian Ocean
Belle Ombre STE. ANNE ISLAND Victoria
Seychelles International Airport
COSMOLEDO GROUP
Cascade
FARQUHAR GROUP
MAHÉ ISLAND Anse Royale Takamaka ÎLES GLORIEUSES
MADAGASCAR
Mahé
The central hub and international gateway, Mahé is home to the country's quaint capital of Victoria and 90 per cent of the population. Mahé has a variety of secluded beaches that are worth exploring especially in the south where they are quieter and prettier. There are also some fantastic bays to snorkel around on the east coast.
palms. This valley's prehistoric forest is World Heritage listed and is home to the Seychelles' rare black parrot; found only on Praslin. Another gem is Anse Lazio, one of the best beaches in the Seychelles, where the water is a magical turquoise colour ideal for snorkelling.
Outer Islands
A number of exclusive pocket-sized paradise islands surround the main islands of Mahé and Praslin. Surrounded by vibrant reefs and shallow turquoise waters perfect for diving and snorkelling, these romantic islands are the ultimate in idyllic retreats.
Praslin
A 15-minute flight from Mahé takes you over a palmfringed coastline of craggy rock formations, punctuated by chalk-white beaches. Praslin is famed for Vallée de Mai, which has the highest concentration of Coco de Mer
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