Seychelles has some of the most photographed beaches on Earth, including Anse Source d'Argent and Anse Lazio, plus giant tortoises, rare birds and the Vallee de Mai. Hop between Mahe, Praslin and La Digue. April-May and October-November are calm.
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Best: April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
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How long to stay
5–9 days is the sweet spot.
Flight time
About 20h from the US East Coast, 10.5h from Europe, 6h from South Asia.
Good to know
- Complete the Seychelles Travel Authorisation online before travel; it is free.
- Inter-island ferries run daily; book ahead in peak months.
- Rent bicycles on La Digue; cars are limited.
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