Spoilt for Choice in the Seychelles

Thinking of planning a trip to the Seychelles? Lucky you! The gods of tourism, beaches and nature were in a very good mood when they made these islands scattered in the Indian Ocean just below the equator!  Without doubt, the beaches are the big attraction - exquisite ribbons of unhurried, almost deserted, white sand lapped by azure waters and backed by lush hills..

So out of the 115 self-contained paradises on offer, which island should you go to? Don’t sweat the decision too much. Whether it’s one of the three main islands of Praslin, La Digue or Mahé or any of the outlying islands, you’ll always strike gold in the Seychelles!

Mahé is the largest island in the Seychelles and is the cultural and economic centre of the group and home to the capital city of Victoria. High granite peaks at the island’s centre are home to the Morne Seychellois National Park (more about that in our next blog) and also provide an impressive backdrop to idyllic beaches around the Mahé coastline. Our selection of hotels and resorts matches this stunning environment.  The Banyan Tree hotel, overlooking the scenic Intendance Bay on the south coast, is a first class luxury resort offering private villas, fine dining and watersports.   Le Méridien Barbarons on the west coast is set amidst tropical gardens, sparkling indigo lagoons, and pure white sands.  The smaller, more intimate Sunset Beach Hotel on the north-west coast perches on a headland with spectacular views of the Indian Ocean.

Praslin is the second largest island in the Seychelles and home to less than 10% of the nation’s population.  It’s 10 x 4 km of unspoilt paradise, with some of the most beautiful beaches to be found anywhere.   On Praslin you can choose between the luxurious elegance of the hotel Lemuria, which offers privacy and relaxation just meters from the beach as well as a championship golf course and extensive sporting facilities. Or plump for Hotel  L’Archipel with its colourful and exotically scented tropical gardens and luxurious bungalows nestling on the hillside overlooking a lovely private beach. It’s a small, intimate hotel ideal for honeymooners and those seeking peace and tranquillity.

La Digue (4th largest island) is situated 45 kilometres from Mahé and 7 kilometres from Praslin. It’s thought by many to be the most unspoiled and traditional island in the Seychelles chain. The long and beautiful beaches with their readily accessible coral reefs are ideal for long walks, swimming, snorkelling and fishing.  The La Digue Island Lodge mirrors that unspoilt nature, overlooking the Anse Reunion beach and inhabiting a peaceful and exotic garden.

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