Nearby Destinations: Victoria

Praslin Island

Take a Cat Cocos ferry from Victoria (approximately 1 hour) or an Air Seychelles domestic flight from SEZ (approximately 15 minutes).

Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve (UNESCO World Heritage, home of the Coco de Mer), Anse Lazio (often voted one of the world's best beaches), Côte d'Or beach.

Travel Choices

Organized tours combine Praslin with La Digue or Curieuse.
Independent travel gives flexibility.
A full day is ideal for a visit.
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Natural Escapes

Visit protected marine areas and islands near Mahé.

Sainte Anne Marine National Park

A protected marine park encompassing six small islands near Victoria.

Activities

Snorkeling and glass-bottom boat tours.
Swimming and picnicking on islands.
A short boat ride from Victoria.

Curieuse Island & St. Pierre Islet

Curieuse is a national park with free-roaming Aldabra giant tortoises and mangrove forests. St. Pierre is ideal for snorkeling.

Attractions

Interact with giant tortoises.
Walk through mangrove boardwalks.
Snorkel around St. Pierre.

Information

Praslin Journeys

UNESCO World Heritage site.
Ancient palm forest.
Home to Coco de Mer palms.
Spot rare black parrots.

La Digue Highlights

Historic plantation visit.
See traditional copra mills.
Giant tortoise enclosure.
Access Anse Source d'Argent.

Travel Considerations

Sainte Anne Marine National Park:Half-day to full-day.
Curieuse Island & St. Pierre Islet:Full day.
Praslin Island:Full day.
La Digue Island:Full day, often with Praslin.

Organized Tour vs. Independent Travel:Both popular for Praslin.
La Digue transport:Bicycles main mode.
Rural Villages:Rental car helpful for Mahé.
Victoria Market:Best in mornings.

Planning Ahead

Consider booking day trips in advance, especially during peak season, for preferred options. Visit GetYourGuide.

Cultural Excursions

Explore the cultural and natural heritage of neighboring islands.

Vallee de Mai Nature Reserve

UNESCO World Heritage site with ancient palm forest, home to the endemic Coco de Mer and rare black parrot.

L'Union Estate

Historic plantation with copra mill, vanilla farm, giant tortoise pen, and access to Anse Source d'Argent.

Rural Villages

Areas beyond Victoria and Beau Vallon for local life, small farms, and less developed coastal communities.

Vallee de Mai Insights

A site of unique flora, quiet walks, and birdwatching, part of a day trip to Praslin.

Features

Endemic Coco de Mer.
Rare black parrot habitat.
UNESCO recognition.

L'Union Estate Experience

Cultural insight and photography opportunities, accessible on a La Digue day trip.

Estate Activities

Explore a vanilla plantation.
Meet giant tortoises.
Access iconic beaches.

Explore Locally

Discover hidden gems in local villages.

Experience authentic Seychellois life.

Support small, community-run businesses.

Enjoy agricultural tours for unique insights.

A rental car enhances exploration.

Beyond tourist hubs, real culture awaits.

Cultural Connections

Engage with local traditions.
Taste authentic Creole cuisine.
Learn a few local phrases.
Capture memories with permission.
Respect sacred spaces.

Multi-Day Extensions

Consider extending your trip to explore more of Seychelles.

Longer Stays

Add 2-3 nights on Praslin and 1-2 nights on La Digue for exploration.

Island Hopping

Inner Islands: Praslin, La Digue are common extensions.
Outer Islands: Desroches, Alphonse, Bird Island for remote trips.
Outer islands typically need domestic flights.

Connectivity

Ferry: Cat Cocos links Mahé-Praslin-La Digue connections.

Travel Options

Domestic Flights: Air Seychelles between Mahé (SEZ) and Praslin (PRI).
Local Buses: Economical option on Mahé.
Taxis: Convenient for shorter distances.

Extended Itineraries

7-10 Day Trip: 3-4 nights Mahé, 3-4 nights Praslin, 1-2 nights La Digue.

Trip Duration

2 Week Trip: More time on Mahé, Praslin, La Digue.
Fishing Trip: Explore deep-sea options.
Hidden Beaches: Seek out secluded coves on Mahé.

Seychelles Exploration

Longer stays (2 weeks+) for island immersion.

Long-Term Stays

Self-catering apartments or villas.
Consider a longer-term car rental for maximum flexibility.
Integrate into local life by visiting the market.

Customized Journeys

Tailor your longer regional travel with specific routes.

Island Diversity

Explore less remote areas of Mahé for a full experience.

Unique Experiences

Consider a day trip or overnight stay on a smaller island.

Luxury Options

A private island offers an exclusive, serene escape.

Travel Tip

Plan your inter-island travel in advance, especially during peak seasons, for smooth transitions.

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