Seychelles Tourist Attractions

Tourist Attractions in Seychelles

Seychelles comprises of 115 ultimate holiday islands destination. These nice-looking islands are located in the middle of the Indian Ocean near Maldives, Madagascar and Mauritius. It’s quite exciting to know that it features 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. They are world’s biggest Coral atoll Aldabra and Vallee de Mai on Praslin.

Seychelles is a collection of islands encircled by millions of square kms of ocean. It’s not surprising therefore, that there are various activities related to the sea. There are 20 authorized dive centres; all with PADI approved divers offering PADI courses & non courses dives.

In Seychelles there are 110 boat charter companies providing yachts & boat charters. 18 water sport centers. If you’re a sea devotee then Seychelles is definitely the right place to be. Its a great spot for divers. It has 6 national marine parks & you can enjoy both snorkel & Scuba. Being along the African continental shelve the sea is too shallow in most dive sites (12 to 15 meters) and suitable for novitiate divers. Why do not you get PADI certified in the Seychelles? Then take pleasure in the rest of your life enjoying the subaquatic world anywhere.

Diving safaris are renowned with divers taking yacht trip to Aldabra, the world biggest atoll, diving in the Amirantes before going to the Alphonse group of island and then reach the climax at Aldabra. For thrill lovers Diving in the lagoon mouth is a must. The current with the tide is a steady 20 knots going in however most of the marine creatures will be passing you in face-to-face direction. You never know what you could come across.
The Indian Ocean offers Seychelles with a lot of fish. The boat charter organizations provide big game fishing or deep sea fishing grounds. Fishing competition are also organised based on international level. During such seasons you can swim with the docile whale shark (the biggest mammal on earth).
For those who are interested in fishing, they can enjoy some great time with marvelous sailfish and marlin. As deep waters of Seychelles are the place for shark, giant barracuda, rainbow runners & Wahoo.

There are several other things that you can do, if you like to stay above water. You would be amazed to know that coral islands consists of 1,000 different species of fish. Seychelles has various marine parks /different places that you can snorkelled to your heart content. But don’t get sun burnt.

Seychelles is undoubtedly the decisive holiday and honeymoon & wedding destination. Its turquoise, clean white powdery beaches, along with beautiful plant life attracts visitors from all over the world.

Sailors & divers are also common visitors of Seychelles. Anse Lazio is one of the commonest beaches in Praslin Island. Its beautiful locations are conspicuous with towering mountains & long coconut palms. One of the biggest and most famous among the tourists is the Mahe Island located in Victoria. Almost 90 % of the population lives here.
Seychelles has 3 main nature reservations, 2 on Praslin and one on Mahe. On Praslin it’s the world famous and world heritage site the “Valle de Mai” and fond Ferdinand. On Mahe you’ll see the Morne Seychellois National park. This park covers 20% of Mahe Island.

To this regard the government has taken much care so that you take pleasure in this extreme beauty. There are marked nature trails progressing to this aboriginal tropical rain forest. If you wish to disclose the mountain trails your first visit the tourist information office in Victoria, situated at the ground level of independence house. There’s an entrance fee to visit the Vallee de Mai.
The Victoria trail has its own trail that will guide you all through the history of the capital, victoria and coming across different land marks.

To relax your tired muscles, different luxurious spas are available at 5 star resorts. For golf fans, you can head to the Lemuria resort on Praslin sport. PGA has acknowledged this 18-hole golf course & its ideal for amateurs along with golfers. On Mahe Island there is a small 9 hole course at Anse Aux Pins, .
If you love to keep an eye on rare species of birds then Seychelles is the appropriate place to visit. You will be able to enjoy the sight of Seychelles Flycatcher, Kestrel, Blue pigeon, Sunbird, Swiftlet, White Eye or Scops Owl. Make Praslin your base camp and from there explore the different other islands. There are charter companies that do that. You will be able to visit Aride and cousin bird sanctuary, swim with turtle at Coco Island or feed the fishes at sister island or simply visit Curieuse. These are regularly daily trips & its fun for the kids.

Cousin Island is other renowned tourist attraction in Seychelles with home to diverse endangered species. It’s also a breeding ground for different seabirds and turtles. Just move through this thick forest & enjoy the sight of nice-looking birds on each branch. In this island, you can also discover very old tortoises George & Georgina.

If you’re longing for romantic & luxurious resort in Seychelles we have some delightful hotels and villas alined for you along Mahe, Praslin, La Digue, Silhouette, Fregate, North & Ste Anne Islands.

So, what are you waiting for, book your Seychelles holiday package & pack your luggage to witness the astonishing tourist attractions in Seychelles

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