Seychelles Packing List

Blessed with unspoiled beaches and diverse flora and fauna, the beauty of Seychelles is unmatched and can’t be articulated in words. Not only the sun-kissed beaches, Seychelles also offers a plethora of activities such as biking, hiking, island hopping. Depending on the type of trip you’re planning, you’re likely to spend most of your time out in the sun or in the water. In this post we give you the ultimate Seychelles packing list. 

I stand there gasping for breath after the mountain trail, gazing at the vast expanse of ocean with dreamy shades of blues.

Waves were busy caressing my feet, I can feel the wind in my hair,  hear the sound of waves crashing on the boulders, and not a single soul around.

A piece of paradise that is forever etched in my mind.

Here is our take on “Packing for Seychelles” based on our experience.

DRESS

You don’t need many dresses, so pack items you can mix and match.

Swim Wear

Most of your days will be spent in swimwear splashing in the water, diving, snorkeling or swimming. So, pack in your best swimwear to flaunt in this beautiful piece of paradise.

Kaftan, Sarong

Kaftan is the essential beach holiday must-pack.

Capri, Shorts  &  Tops

Your GO-TO outfit for most of the days, be it biking around the island or trekking in the mountains. Pack tank tops or t-shirts to go with shorts or capris.

Skirts

Pack them for rambling around the markets or for visiting museums.

Maxi / Midi Dress

Throw in some maxi, midi dresses for evenings and beach hopping.

Trouser for Men

Well most of the days you will be in your shorts or swimwear but make sure to pack cotton trousers if you are planning to visit a Casino or for the fine dining in the resort.

Shirts

Pull out your tropical best or floral print shirts from your wardrobe.

SHOES

Trekking Shoes

Some of the most beautiful beaches in Seychelles like Petit Anse and Anse Coco are tucked behind small hills and to be able to enjoy such beautiful views you have to cross a few trails. So it would be wise to pack a pair of trekking shoes.

Flip-flops  

This one goes without saying, ensure that you pack a good pair of either beach shoes or flip-flops. Depending on the season, sea urchin can be found in the shallow waters of some of the beaches. So, make sure you wear beach shoes while snorkeling or swimming.

ELECTRONICS

Camera

Pack your camera to capture all the memories for you to be able reminiscence later.

Power Bank

Carry a power bank to charge your cell phone as most of the time you will be out exploring the islands.

Water Proof Camera

A good waterproof camera ensures that you capture the exquisite views that the beautiful marine world has to offer. We used a GoPro for the same, but in case if you do not want to buy another camera then you can buy a waterproof cover for your cell phone or camera.

iPod / Music Player

Life without music is lifeless 😉

Drone 

If you have one, then don’t miss packing it for this beautiful paradise. The aerial views of the islands are stupendously stunning.

DOCUMENTS

Passport

No Brainer

Hotel Booking Documents

Make sure you carry the print out of the hotel booking documents for visa purposes.

Driving license

Renting a car and driving around is the best way to explore this piece of tropical paradise. If you have a driving license then do not forget to carry it with you.

Sailing License

You can even rent a yacht and hop around the islands. If you have one then do carry your sailing license.

Travel Insurance

Must have, in a case of medical emergency or flight cancellation due to bad weather.

OTHER ESSENTIALS

Umbrella

The weather can change from warm and sunny to dark and rainy. Ensure you pack one.

Hat

Wide brim hats are a must-pack item.

Sun Tan Lotion 

It is advisable to pack suntan lotion as the sun can be a little too harsh in this part of the world.

Tote / Beach Bag

Make sure it fits in all your stuff – towels, bikini, sarong and food.

WaterProof Bags

A waterproof bag is a necessity as you would be spending time either on the beaches or on island excursions. A waterproof bag is a must when you are out exploring Seychelles to keep your camera safe in case of unexpected rainfall.

Beach Towel

You don’t need a reason for this, do you? Pack a compatible one.

Snorkelling Gear

Most of the hotels and resorts in Seychelles do not lend snorkeling gear so it would be wise to pack your own snorkeling gear, if you have one. Moreover, there are many snorkeling points mostly in Praslin and La Digue where you need to travel by car or by bicycle hence you would need your own snorkeling gear as there aren’t any shops around these places from where you can rent this gear.

Flash Light

Some of the roads in smaller islands like La Digue don’t have street lights, so in case you are heading back little late or venturing out in search of restaurants for dinner then it would be a good idea to carry a flashlight.

Basic Cooking Needs

Pack some basic cooking needs like sugar, salt, spices, milk powder if you are planning to stay in a B&B. Some of the B&B’s do not provide the basic stuff as well. You can also pack some instant noodles for surviving in case you don’t find vegetarian food.

Medicine

Do carry some basic medicine for fever, diarrhea, sea sickness, and headache. We did see a hospital near the Inter-Island ferry terminal in Mahe but finding a pharmacy in other islands might be a hassle. So it would be advisable to carry some basic medication.

Mosquito repellent

Make sure you pack a good insect repellent to ward off the bugs.

Journal

Don’t forget to take a journal or notebook to scribble down your emotions, ideas, and inspirations.

Pack well and enjoy the beauty of Seychelles

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We hope that Seychelles packing list helps you with your packing for Seychelles.

Do you have any other must packs for Seychelles, if so why don’t you let us know by commenting below.