The Seychelles country is a combination of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, off East Africa. The country has several beautiful beaches, coral reefs and nature reserves and rare animals such as giant Aldabra tortoises.
Victoria city is a capital of this country which located at Mahé island which act as a hub for visiting other islands. The country also has the mountain rainforests of Morne Seychellois National Park and beaches.
This includes Beau Vallon and Anse Takamaka beach where most of the tourist used to visit. Below are the places where you can get best things to do while you are in Seychelles.
Best Places With Things To Do In Seychelles
1- Anse Lazio
Is a fantastic beach with Great sand with just enough waves to have some fun. The beach has Clear water with snorkeling at the end.
You can pay for parking at the beginning of the beach road and drive down the beach to the end of the road. There you can park in a guarded parking lot for at least 100 SR.
With that you get a 100 SR coupon to eat at the Le Chevalier restaurant. They have great food and service. You also get free WIFI and a shower.
2- Seychelles Botanical Gardens
It is very interesting place to visit this Tropical Botanical Garden. Always Green was the dominant colour but a good variety of palms and plants endemic to the Seychelles and a pleasant place to stroll around on a hot and humid day.
The story behind the Coco-de-mer had some adults tittering but don’t get hit in the head by one! The addition of the Aldabra Giant Tortoises was a bonus to view.
The schoolkids loved the inter action feeding the tortoises but their bite can be painful.
Things To Do In Seychelles
3- Victoria Market
It is a nice market with various types of fresh fruits, vegetables, and daily catch of fishes. Fish types depends on the day, and the prices are affordable.
You can also buy fish on all roads near the sea for cheaper prices. Vegetables, especially important, are pricy all over the Mahe island. The market is worth visiting. On near streets you can find some street food options as well.
4- Anse Georgette
This is a beautiful small ish beach which was perfect to spend the day at. The place has no food for visitors, So you have to carry your own food when yo plan to spend a day there.
There was a small stall serving coconut water, fruit platters and beers as well. You need to walk through the Constance property golf course, take permission in advance to enter and it is quite a walk to the beach. But definitely worth the effort.
Things To Do In Seychelles
5- Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve
This is a UNESCO world heritage site and a must see on your trip to Seychelles. It is an amazing place for tourists with an experienced tour guide.
You can have a walk for around 1hour while tour guide told you everything about the coco de mer and other trees and species you can find in The Vallee de Mai as well as other interesting facts and hilarious anecdotes and myths about Seychelles.
The tour guide charges of 1000 rupees are a reasonable price for such a great experience and you can get a lot to study while you pay a visit to this place.
6- Beau Vallon Beach
It is a Lovely beach with great sand and fairly safe for children. It gets busy but there is plenty of room and shade with cafes and restaurants nearby.
It is a nice place to visit but not great for snorkelling but otherwise very nice. No one hassles you apart from the odd offer of a coconut and there are snack stalls where you can get a cheaper meal.
Visitors like the Dolce Vita cafe for snacks and ice cream and loved the Boathouse for drinks and their evening buffet which is dear but actually great value.
Things To Do In Seychelles
7- Moyenne Island
It is a great place to spend an hour or so, up close and personal with giant land tortoises and exploring the amazing flora of this little island.
You pay to get on and then can wander to your heart’s content. The first thing you see are the giant tortoises who will happy interact with you if you have food.
There are a couple of nurseries for baby tortoises and a circular walk around the island with amazing views and a lot of information on the various plants.
There are a number of historical buildings and sites and a tiny little museum with an interesting film about the last owner who established the island as a reserve.
8- Arul Mihu Navasakthi Vinayagar Temple
This is a small temple close to the Victoria market and the architecture on the outside is interesting. It is located very close to market and Victoria Clock Tower, this is the only Hindu temple in the Seychelles.
It was created 240 years after the first Indians reached Seychelles. Tempio Hindu adds color to the diverse cultural society of Seychelles as it is prominently located on the busy main street of the town which has the backdrop of three majestic mountains behind the town.
