12 Things to Do in Seychelles

La Digue's iconic pink sand beach framed by ancient granite boulders — consistently rated the world's most beautiful beach.

A primeval palm forest — UNESCO World Heritage and the natural habitat of the coco de mer and the rare black parrot.

The world's second largest coral atoll — home to 150,000 giant tortoises and pristine coral ecosystems.

Seychelles' second largest island — Anse Lazio beach, Vallée de Mai, and slower-paced island life.

World-class snorkelling and diving — manta rays, whale sharks, hawksbill turtles, and technicolour coral reefs.

A car-free island where bicycles are the main transport — one of the most idyllic islands in the world.

One of the world's top beaches — a perfect arc of white sand with clear turquoise water.

Seychelles' first marine park — excellent glass-bottom boat tours and snorkelling near Victoria.

A private island sanctuary of 1.5 million sooty terns and giant tortoises — true isolation.

A bird sanctuary island where hawksbill turtles nest and rare endemic birds are protected.

One of the world's most exclusive private island resorts — 11 villas, one island, complete exclusivity.

Hike through mist forest to the highest peak on Mahé — panoramic views over the entire archipelago.