Resort guide - Seychelles Holidays
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Currency: Seychellois Rupee
Language Creole English French
Flying time: 11 hours
Time difference: Gmt +4 hours
Capital: Victoria
Departure tax: Approx £8
Electricity: 220v
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Seychelles Holidays
The 115 beautiful islands that make up the Seychelles are scattered like jewels across the Indian Ocean. They boast beautiful white sands and turquoise waters, the underwater world is home to spectacular coral and moving inland you can discover fascinating flora and fauna. Our Indian Ocean specialists have the knowledge to provide advice enabling you to choose the most suitable resort and we can also offer any hotel in the Seychelles. So for a standard package or one of our multi centre holidays, we can help you find the most suitable luxury Seychelles holidays.

Weather
The Seychelles boasts a comfortable climate through the year where April to July and September to October are the most pleasant months with temperatures around 27C. December to March sees the most rainfall and temperatures can rise to 30C – this is said to be the best time for scuba diving.
By Day
Famous for having some of the best beaches on the world it is inevitable that pure relaxation is on offer in the Seychelles. Each island has its own character and history so Island hopping is very popular and recommended, travel is to and from the main island of Mahe, which offers ferry’s, flights and helicopter transfers to other islands. Glass bottom boat rides, various watersports and walking tours are also available.
The Seychelles is a sanctuary for some of the rarest species of Flora & Fauna on earth, visit the national parks and see the natural beauty.
By Night
Nightlife is mainly hotel based with a choice of restaurants, bars and various evening entertainment. Mahe and Praslin have more to offer with casinos and discos.
Top Attractions
•Island hopping is a must – from Mahe, Praslin & La Digue
•Golf can be played on Mahe and Praslin
•Horse riding on Mahe & La Digue
•Charter a boat for visiting the islands or fishing
•Scuba Diving
•Snorkeling
•Walks and Tours
•Visit the National Parks
Events
Seychelles Sailing Cup (January)
International Fishing Competition (March)
SUBIOS Underwater Festival (March & October)
Surfing (May to September)
Bird Watching (May to September)
Local Flavours
Creole cuisine features the subtleties and nuances of French cooking, the exoticism of Indian dishes and the piquant flavours of the Orient. Grilled fish or octopus basted with a sauce of crushed chillies, ginger and garlic are national favourites as are a variety of delicious curries lovingly prepared with coconut milk and innovative chatinis made from local fruits such as papaya and golden apple.
Size & Location
Seychelles’ 115 granite and coral islands extend from between 4 and 10 degrees south of the equator and lie between 480km and 1,600km from the east coast of Africa in the western Indian Ocean.