Looking for a perfect Itinerary to plan your trip to Seychelles? So here’s The Ultimate Seychelles Itinerary & Travel Guide – 10 Days Itinerary.
Have you ever imagined, what are the ingredients of the magic potion for a perfect beach vacation? Throw in some breathtaking white powdery beaches into turquoise blue water teeming with marine life, punctuated with boulders, virgin forests brimming with diverse flora and fauna, fascinating tales of island life and add some warm and friendly locals. The outcome is a picture-postcard tropical vacation.
To say every corner of Seychelles is out of Pinterest or Instagram is not an overstatement. Known to be favorite among celebrities, honeymooners for the luxury escapade, this tropical paradise is bound to charm even the most skeptical traveler with ease.
Seychelles is one luxe destination that should be on your bucket list no matter what. Legend has it that the stolen treasure by French pirates is still hidden on the shores of Seychelles and people are still in search of the treasure. Treasure or no treasure, the islands of Seychelles are captivating.
We present to you our itinerary to plan your trip to this beautiful island nation. Obviously, you could spend a lot longer exploring different islands of the archipelago nation based on your preferences. Pick and choose what tickles your fancy and tailor the itinerary that suits your budget and time. Here’s our travel guide to help you plan your trip to Seychelles.
Ultimate Seychelles 10 Days Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Mahe.
- Day 2: Explore the beaches of Mahe/ Sightseeing/ Relax at the resort
- Day 3: Hop on a boat to La Digue
- Day 4: Rent a bike and explore the island.
- Day 5: Island Hopping Tour
- Day 6: Hop on a ferry to Praslin
- Day 7: Explore the island and beaches
- Day 8: Take a flight or ferry back to Mahe
- Day 9: Sightseeing in Mahe and Hiking Trails
- Day 10: Fly back to your home country
Seychelles Itinerary for a week – 7 Days (Recommended)
- Day 1: Arrival to Mahe and take a ferry/ flight to Praslin
- Day 2: Rent a car and explore the beautiful beaches of Praslin
- Day 3: Hop on a boat to La Digue
- Day 4: Rent a bike and explore the island.
- Day 5: Take a ferry back to Mahe
- Day 6: Explore and do some sightseeing in Victoria
- Day 7: Fly back to your home country
– Explore Mahé & Relax at a Beachfront Resort –
( Day 1 & 2 )
Fly into the capital of the Island nation. If you are short on time, we would recommend you, to either take a ferry/flight to Praslin or La Digue and return back to Mahe towards the end of your vacation.
Since we were there for 10 days, we stayed in Mahe for a few days and then took a ferry to La Digue.
We would suggest keeping a day or two to explore the island. If time is not a constraint, there are a plethora of activities that Mahé has to offer that can keep you going for weeks — hit the beaches, explore the vibrant local markets & art studios, hike the mountain trails, take in the views from the vantage points, go on a sailing trip, and last but not the least sample the delectable Creole cuisine.
If you want a secluded honeymoon experience then stay in the south of the island at Kempinski Seychelles or Four Seasons, these resorts are an ideal choice for a secluded vacation. If you want to stay right next to the beach, market, restaurants, and water sports activities, Savoy Resort & Spa is a great choice or you could stay in any of the resorts in and around Beau Vallon Beach.
You can also compare and book prices HERE Booking.com
Paragliding, Snorkeling and diving trips are quite popular and there are numerous kiosks to book your choice of activities. Wednesday market at Beau Vallon Beach is also quite popular both with locals and tourists.
Victoria market is close to the pier so you can plan your itinerary accordingly.
Things To Do / Places To Visit In Mahe
Hiking Trails – Morne Blanc, Copolia Trail (Victoria)
Beaches – Beau Vallon Beach, Petite Anse, Anse Intendance, Anse Takamaka Beach, Baie Lazare Beach
Sightseeing at Victoria – Victoria Market, Clock Tower, Seychelles National Botanical Gardens, Le Jardin Du Roi Spice Garden
Moyenne Island
Moraine National Park
Port Glaud Waterfall
Takamaka Distillery
Day Trips from Mahé – Praslin (if you are short on time), La Digue (if you are short on time), Silhouette Island, Bird Island, Moyenne Island, Cerf Island, St Anne National Marine Park
Getting Around: Renting a car is the wisest thing to do in Seychelles. Not just it gives you the luxury to explore places on your own but you can also save tons of money. Taxis are super expensive in Seychelles. You can rent a car from the airport itself or at the pier and drop location can also be at Pier or airport whichever is convenient for you.
( Read a detailed post on – Things To Do In Mahe )
– Explore La Digue –
( Day 3, 4, 5 )
La Digue is one of the prettiest islands we’ve ever visited. We highly recommend staying on this island rather than going for a day trip. We had booked our stay at Chalets D’Anse Reunion via Agoda, unfortunately, they canceled it at the last minute and we had to end up staying at another hotel.
The best thing about the island is there are very few cars. La Digue is a heaven for nature lovers and those seeking a glimpse of traditional island life. The beaches dotted just to the north are calmer as compared to the ones in the east. Beaches like Anse Severe, Anse Patates in the north are easy to reach and are a great spot for snorkeling and swimming.
Other stunning beaches you must visit are — Grand Anse, next to it is Petite Anse which is only accessible by foot and next to it is the most isolated beach — Anse Coco. La Digue is way too amazing to be just a day trip in your ultimate Seychelles itinerary.
For luxury seekers, La Domaine De L’Orangeri is one of the finest resorts on the island. You can check here and compare prices.
Things To Do In La Digue
Beaches – Anse Source D’Argent, Anse Cocos, Anse Union, Anse Banane & Anse Formis, Petite Anse, Grande Anse, Anse Severe, Anse Gaulettes & Anse Grosse Roche, Anse Patates Snorkeling & Diving Trips Island Hopping Trekking
Grande Anse, Anse Severe or any of the beaches on the east of the island may be taxing due to the steep hills. Anse Severe & Anse Source D’Argent are closer to town. L’Union Estate which is next to Anse Source D’Argent has numerous giant tortoises and farm animals.
Getting Around:
By Bike, electric golf buggy, or on foot. There are very few cars on the island. Bicycles are usually provided free by the hotel.
( Read a detailed post on – Things To Do In La Digue )
– Beach Hopping in Praslin –
( Day 6, 7 & 8 )
After having an amazing time at La Digue we headed to the neighboring island and the second largest island in Seychelles — Praslin. A short plane ride from the capital city of Mahe or a ferry ride will get you to this incredible island in no time. Praslin is known for its stunning beaches across the world.
Unfortunately, when we were there, it was cloudy and gloomy. We rented a car and had so much fun hopping from one beach to another in the rain. The drive is scenic.
In Praslin, you can while away your days lazing on the calm beaches or you can just strap your goggles and snorkel discovering the amazing marine world. Eat, swim, dive, and relax – these are the four major ways to pass the time here. Our Airbnb host was super sweet and cooked us a lavish dinner on our very first day. The beaches of Praslin are very pretty but the famous ones are a bit crowded.
If you’re planning to stay in Luxury – Raffles Praslin and Constance Lemuria are the best. But there are also plenty of budget options too. You can check Booking.com for more hotels and also compare the prices of hotels HERE.
We stayed at an Airbnb which was close to the beach near Constance Lemuria and also visited the gorgeous and the best beach in Praslin – Anse Georgette during our stay. The beach is stunning and is secluded most of the time.
Things To Do In Praslin
Visit Unesco-listed Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve
Hop over to Curieuse Island which is just a 20-minute boat ride and is famous for 500 Aldabra giant tortoises.
Day trip to Cousin Island and Aride Island
Stunning beaches – Anse Lazio Beach, Cote D’or Beach, Grand Anse
George Camille Art Gallery
If you love gaming, head to Casino des Iles
( Read a detailed post on – Things To Do In Praslin )
– Other Attractions –
For Private Island Experience
Head to
- Silhouette Island ( Stay at Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa)
- Denis Island ( Stay at Denis Private Island Seychelles )
- Round Island ( Stay at Enchanted Island Resort)
- Bird Island ( Stay at Bird Island Seychelles )
- Cerf Island ( Stay at L’Habitation Hotel )
For Ultimate Luxury –
- North Island ( Stay at North Island Resort )
- Felicite Island ( Stay at Six Senses Zil Pasyon )
Fact File
Official name: Seychelles
Capital: Victoria (sometimes called Port Victoria)
Official language: French, English, Seselwa
Currency: Seychelles Rupee (SCR)
International dialing code: +248
Credit Cards: Many vendors prefer cash. Most credit cards, especially Visa and MasterCard, are widely accepted.
Climate: Seychelles has two seasons: the cool southeast monsoon (May–September), and the hot northwest monsoon (October–April). High season- August, and Christmas to New Year time.
Getting Around & Planning
The islands are interconnected via ferry.
Air Seychelles flies regularly connecting Praslin to Mahe and vice versa.
Air Zil chopper connects to most of the islands from Mahe. Check out their website for more info and details.
Sample Itinerary 1:
Fly to Mahe then take a ferry to La Digue stay for a couple of days and then take a 15-minute fast ferry to Praslin. From Praslin, you can either fly back to Mahe or take a ferry back.
La Digue -> Praslin -> Mahe
Sample Itinerary 2:
Fly to Mahe then take a ferry to Praslin stay for a couple of days and then take a 15-minute fast ferry to La Digue. And then from La Digue, take a ferry back to Mahe.
Praslin -> La Digue -> Mahe
What to Shop
Seychelles is not a shoppers paradise. There are small shops selling locally produced stuff like soap, perfumes, oils, and artifacts.
Since most of the products are imported, the prices are exorbitantly high. But don’t forget to bring back home a few souvenirs like Coco De Mer Jewellery, Fridge magnets, Coconut oil, soap, perfumes, and artifacts.
What to Pack
You can easily survive in Seychelles packing light, just pack a few bikinis and sarongs and you are done, as most of the time, you will be on the beach or in the water. But there are few essentials that you should pack that can make your life easy whilst your time in Seychelles.
Check out our detailed post on packing for Seychelles. We have tried to cover almost everything.
( Read: Packing for Seychelles )
– GETTING THERE –
Air Seychelles has direct flights from all major cities like Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkatta, and New Delhi to Seychelles. And if booked well in advance you can easily get a bargain.
( Read: Tourist Visa Seychelles )
Handy Tips:
- While planning your trip to Seychelles, try to keep Mahe, Praslin, and La Digue as a base to stay and explore all the tiny islands around these three islands. Plan at least 2 – 3 days on each island to explore in a more relaxed way, stopping by each and every beach.
- Make sure you pack your snorkel gear and a good book to retire quietly to the beach, swim and get the perfect tan.
- Pack plenty of food and water while exploring the islands. Keep yourself hydrated whilst exploring the island.
- Island hopping tour starts at 9:00 am and can be booked easily at the pier or by the resort/homestays itself. Depending on the tours, pick up & drop can also be arranged from the hotel.
- Renting a car is one of the best options in Mahe and Praslin.
- Add Silhouette island, Dennis island, or North island to your ultimate Seychelles itinerary for more secluded and private escapades.
- We would highly recommend renting a car from the airport/port itself as renting a taxi can create a dent in your wallet if you are on a budget. And moreover, driving has its own charm in this stunning country.
- Last but not least all the beaches of Seychelles are open to the public, so enjoy, relax and discover your piece of paradise.
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Such a lot to see and experience. You have done well collecting up all points here.
And the scenes and colors are mesmerizing!!!
It is indeed a beautiful and you must plan a visit as we know you will enjoy it a lot. The direct flights from BLR are not too expensive.
Cheers 🙂 🙂
The pictures are simply alluring… and I love the format of your post… food for thought for my travel blog 😉
thanks for sharing dear… tweeting it… 🙂
Cheers, Archana – http://www.travelwitharchie.com
Thank you so much Archie for sharing our post. We have been experimenting with the content, presentation and theme of the post. Glad to have heard the feedback and its nice to know that you liked it. Cheers. 🙂 🙂
Can we rent a boat on self drive and go around?
Yes of course!!! You just need to have a sailing license. Do invite us as well, when you plan to do so. 😀 😀
Now this is a place I would love to visit!!!
Extremely good presentation and useful information! Loved it guys – keep it going!
Thank you Desh for your kind words, we are trying to learn and improve. 🙂
OH! This post with your amazing captures has made us fall in love with Seychelles… All we dream about is visiting this place now! Very helpful tips guys, bookmarking this one! 🙂
Thank you so much darlings 🙂 Glad you liked the post and I am sure you are gonna fall in love with Seychelles 🙂
Great informative post 🙂 Beautiful pics.
Thank you so much rupam 🙂 🙂
That swing is calling out to me! Such a gorgeous place and a nice informative post.
Thanks a lot Chaitali
Seychelles is a stunning country, you must definitely visit and the best part is that you have direct flights from Mumbai 🙂
Awesome is the Word 🙂
Thanks Pooja for the kind words.
This is perfect! I am sharing this and will bookmark for a trip that we make to the beautiful Seychelles.
Thank you Swati 🙂
Thanks Puru, appreciate the gesture. 🙂
Hey both, beautifully captured. The beaches are so lovely and clean. By the way, could you let me know the budget for your 8 day trip. I am looking to go to Seychelles at the end of this year.
Thank you for your kind words. Do drop us an email and we would be happy to help.
This is a wonderful post, I completely enjoyed reading it, thanks for sharing such wonderful information.
I come from a place called Manipal and you have some of the best hotels in Manipal. I think what makes a hotel awesome is not just the way it was built, but the kind of place it is surrounded by.
Thanks a lot 🙂
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Wow, what to say… Who didnt hear of Seychelles yet? And to be honest – you could just have put these fabulous photos here to envy every visitor 🙂
Really great, this is exactly the kind of paradise I would imagine for a honeymoon (if I would not have been to Hawaii 😉 )
Cool that you suggest to rent a car, thats usually also my favorite way to explore new places.
It certainly looks like a gorgeous place to visit! I love the tidbit that Victoria is the smallest capital in the world. I always give the kids information on destinations and they love stuff like that, too!
French treasure? Treasure hunters, it sounds like the movie, ‘Into the blue’. I had to look on the map to see where these Islands are! It’s another country to visit, they are never ending. Thanks to your tips I have an idea what to do here!
Such a lovely and helpful guide. I have not been to the Seychelles but would love to go there when an affordable airfare surfaces. I appreciated that you described some of the islands and what there is to do there. This is a post so worthy of bookmarking for future reference.
This is a paradise! Thank you for such an inspirational and informative post. La Digue would definitely be our choice for a perfect vacation.
We wonder why we dont get to read much about Seychelles, its a paradise. Those white shimmering sandy beaches and the hues of blue waters are stunning enough to plan a trip soon.
I would love to get to the Seychelles. The beaches look incredibly inviting and just the ticket to relieve stress. Your guide gives prospective visitors such important information to plan the ideal escape from every day life.
What a great guide to the Seychelles! I absolutely love your photo of the swing on La Digue. Great tips at the end. I really need to get over to that part of the world. Thanks for sharing
Heaven on earth indeed! The Seychelles is on my list of wants and by the pictures and the write up it wont fail to impress. The photos are stunning! I had no idea there were loads of islands that made up the Seychelles and there is a community too! Very detailed and informative! Thanks for this
La Digue looks absolutely incredible! Sri Lankan Air just started offering flights to the Seychelles from Colombo so I’m definitely looking into a trip soon. Pinning this for later 🙂
The Seychelles is definitely on my list. Your photos make me want to visit sooner. Great tip about renting a car to save money.
Such beautiful photographs! I love the blues of the water. Seychelles really does look like paradise. I will have to start saving pennies to go there, I have to admit it wasn’t on my list of places to go until now!
The pics are amazing. And I love that treasure-hunt story, it always adds to the atmosphere of the place. What can I say about Seychelles, except that I cannot wait to go! Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Such a great itinerary, I have always wanted to go to the Seychelles and hopefully in the next couples of years I will make it there! I didn’t know there was so much to see and do there so will definitely bookmarking this for when I do visit!
This is incredibly detailed! I love how you’ve formatted all your points and how much information you’ve gathered. I’d love to be able to helicopter myself around the islands one day! That’ll be the dream, I reckon. La Digue looks like an absolute dream. I don’t think I’ll ever want to leave!
My dad’s always said that Seychelles was his favourite place on earth, I can see why he says that!
This is an incredible guide! So detailed. La Digue sounds like the perfect place to disconnect and literally do nothing. Sounds just like what the doctor ordered for me :). I’ll definitely be saving this post for future reference.
I have to say I am not a beach person, but these beach pictures are so scenic and this water is so blue I wouldn’t mind chilling on those bitches ! As i am French, I should really go 😉
I’m moving to Dar es Salaam which has cheap flights to the Seychelles so I’m very excited to go there! I’ve saved this post for later as you really give a great overview of all the main places to visit.
It seams like there is a lot to do here! Those beaches look outstanding. Where is Seychelles, exactly?
You are absolutely right: This is picture perfect. I hope that one day my wallet will allow me to spend some worryless days on the Seychelles 🙂
Happy continued travels!
C
Beautiful pictures. I have been to n number of Beach destinations but never been to Seychelles. Maybe some time soon 🙂
You have convinced me to visit Seychelles. The pictures are so exotic and now I am definitely looping it in my countries to visit.
I would love to look for the French pirate’s treasure as who knows how much it would be worth. If you don’t find it you won’t be that disappointed as you are in a place with incredible scenery. Renting a car seems like the way to go.
Don’t mind me, just adding La Digue to my list of places to go! Wow, first off did you ride that swing? And love places where cars are banned, it allows for the picture taker in me to not worry about getting hit by a car! Thanks for sharing.
I’ve never been to Seychelles but I’ve heard so much about it and your pictures are gorgeous. Of course the pirate’s treasure would be a nice bonus as well!
I’m yet to visit the Seychelles but the photographs here looking incredible. I like your tip about hiring a car, I think that is the right approach as you get so much more freedom.
This is another paradise to add in my bucket list! The sand is so white, and it’s lovely! I like the thought of kayaking as well, as I love water adventures! Great post. Thanks for introducing this place!
Seychelles tooks totally amazing and can’t wait to get out there. Currently at the top of Norway so looking at photos of Sun, Sea and Sand really wants me to get there as soon as possible.
I’ve always wanted to go to the Seychelles, but was deterred by the length and the price of the flight from NYC. Thanks for your comprehensive guide to the different islands! I think La Digue looks like my speed, and that swing looks like a lot of fun!
The Seychelles look beautiful! La Digue sounds like a perfect escape from the rest of the world. I need to put this on my list for sure!
What I would really love about the Seychelles, is the fact that you can have a peace of tropical beach all by yourself. It is like your own little paradise. Would definitely use this guide if we travel to the Seychelles.
Love the fact that you can have your own peace of tropical paradise at the Seychelles. No crowed remote beaches, but just pearl white sand and aqua blue sea. Would definitely use your guide when we travel to this beautiful destination.
The Seychelles have been on my dream-list since like, forever. I totally agree with you that every corner is Insta-worthy (well, based on everyone’s Instagram pics of the place). Your itinerary is so thorough, I can’t believe how easy it is! I’m bookmarking this post for the future when I can make it to paradise!
Great Post! Love your style of writing! This place is so beautiful.. would love to visit some day. Saved the page to my favourites. The pictures are simply breathtaking!! Thanks for sharing this amazing experience. 🙂
Wow, I can see why the Seychelles are such a sought-after beach destination, with those white white sands, blue and turquoise waters and shoreline palms and rocks. Glorious photos, somewhere on the list to visit!
nice information… i love the quality of your photos….
1. I am planning to visit Seychelles in Jan or Feb, is it good time to visit? As I heard at that time the raining will be there..
2. Like cars can we able to take bike on rent what it will be cost?
3. As am planning in budget, self cooked villa is it best option? How it far from beach area? And there cost?
Beautiful Places i would live to visit some day. what is the good time to visit and please share the budget?