Mahé Island

• Beau Vallon Beach: Mahé’s liveliest bay, known for sunsets and weekend night markets. (Evening)
• Morne Seychellois National Park: The highest peak at 905 meters, with several half-day hikes offering views of both coasts. (Half day)
• Sainte Anne Marine National Park: Glass-bottom boat rides and snorkeling, where turtles and juvenile sharks are commonly spotted. (Half-day tour)
• Victoria City Center: Home to the Little Ben clock tower, Hindu temple, fish market, and National History Museum. (2 hours)

Praslin & La Digue

• Valley de Mai: A UNESCO World Heritage Site with the world’s only natural habitat of the coco de mer palm, featuring the male palm’s massive flower spike and the female’s distinctive nut. (2–3 hours)
• Anse Lazio: A perfectly arched beach on Praslin’s northwest coast, ideal for snorkeling and picnics. (Half day)
• Curieuse Island: Features a giant tortoise sanctuary and mangrove trails, and is a must-do on island-hopping half-day tours. (Half day)
• Anse Source d’Argent: La Digue’s iconic pink granite beach, one of the most photographed coastlines in the world. (Half day)
• La Digue Bullock Carts & Heron Sanctuary: Cars are rare on the island, and riding in a bullock cart is a unique experience. (1–2 hours)

Outer Islands & Special Experiences

• Aldabra Atoll: The world’s largest coral atoll and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to over 100,000 giant tortoises. Access is limited to scientific expeditions and a few licensed cruise operators—advance booking months ahead is required. (Multi-day trip)
• Bird Island: From May to October, millions of sooty terns nest here, making it a top choice for eco-tourists. (1–2 days)

Island Selection Tips

For first-time visitors, the safest plan is “2–3 days on Mahé, 2 days on Praslin, and 1–2 days on La Digue.” Honeymooners may prefer to book an all-inclusive resort on a single outer island and save island-hopping for day trips. Eco-focused travelers should consider dedicating time to Bird Island, Silhouette Island, or Aldabra—but supplies are limited on outer islands, so always book through authorized operators and confirm insurance coverage. Pay attention to tides on all islands’ beaches—the shallow waters and granite reflections at Anse Source d’Argent are most stunning during low tide.