TOUR Itinerary
On arrival at Victoria-Seychelles International Airport, you will be met by our local representative in Mahe.
Mahe is the largest island in Seychelles. It is home to the capital, Victoria, and 90% of the country’s population. The island’s isolated location led to evolution of flora and fauna that is found nowhere else on the planet such as the Jellyfish Tree, carnivorous Pitcher Plant and others. Endowed with pristine sandy beaches and rainforests covered mountains, the island is no less than a paradise on earth.
After a brief meet and greet at the airport, we shall transfer you to your hotel in Mahe. Upon arrival Check-in at the hotel in Mahe.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Mahe.
After breakfast at the hotel, we will proceed for a half day sightseeing tour of Mahe.
Begin the tour with a visit to Seychelles’s capital city – Victoria. One of the world’s smallest capital cities, Victoria is reminiscent of the colonial past of Seychelles. Here we will explore the Sir Selwyn Clarke Market, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Clock Tower and other colonial buildings. Next, we will visit the Mission Lodge viewpoint and soak in the majestic views from the most famous viewpoint in Seychelles. Finally, we will visit Le Jardun Du Roi Spice Gardens
After breakfast at the hotel, the day is free for you to explore Mahe on your own.
Overnight stay in Mahe.
SEGV’S RECOMMENDATION – Cultural enthusiasts interested in learning about the day-to-day life of Seychelles intimately can opt for this unique cultural tour with a native family from Seychelles. Meet the local family at their home and accompany them to the market to buy fresh fruits, vegetables and fish that is typically used in Creole cuisine. Afterwards, return to the home where you can sit back and relax or participate in cooking activities as the family prepares traditional delicacies such as grilled fishes, coconut curry and Seychellois-style chutneys and salads. Apart from the amazing food, the natives can also teach you the art of weaving coconut leaves into baskets, hats and more in traditional craft called Kapatya.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the jetty to catch a ferry to Praslin. Upon arrival, proceed to the hotel for check-in.
Praslin is the second largest island in Seychelles. It is a mesmerising town with fantastic beaches and pristine rainforests. The island once served as a hideaway for pirates and Arab merchants. Today, you can safely relax here and soak up the sun at some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. The island is covered with tropical rainforests and is home to rare birds such as the black parrot and Seychelles bulbul.
Rest of the day is free for your leisure.
Overnight stay in Praslin.
After breakfast at the hotel, we will proceed for a half-day sightseeing tour of Praslin.
We will begin the tour with a visit to the exquisite Vallee-de-Mai nature reserve. Since this forest is the only place in the world where the exotic Coco-de-Mer nut is found naturally, Vallee de Mai is recognised as the Garden of Eden that has been mentioned in the bible.
After the guided tour of Valle de Mai, we will visit one of the most beautiful white-sand beaches on Earth – Anse Lazio. Here you have free time to laze around the beach or indulge in water sports activities such as snorkelling.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Praslin.
After breakfast at the hotel, we will transfer to the jetty to catch a ferry to La Digue Island.
La Digue Island is another scarcely populated yet popular island in Seychelles. The islanders enjoy a relaxed pace of life and bicycles and ox cart are the main means of commute here.
Upon reaching La Digue, your guide will give you an orientation tour of the island and hand over a map and bicycle. You are free to explore the island on your own. We suggest you visit the L’Union Estate. This former French plantation, where Vanilla and coconut were grown, is today home to Giant Tortoise of Aldabra. You should also definitely explore the island’s most popular beach – Anse Source D’Argent.
After the tour, we will catch the ferry back to Praslin.
After breakfast at the hotel, we will proceed to Praslin jetty to catch our ferry to Mahe. Upon reaching Mahe, we will transfer to Victoria-Seychelles Airport to board our flight back to India.
Arrive home with pleasant memories of your Seychelles tour organised by State Express Global Voyages, which you will treasure for a lifetime.
