The Seychelles, an archipelago of 115 islands in the central Indian Ocean, offers a beach experience unlike any other on Earth. The inner islands of Mahe, Praslin, and La Digue are formed from ancient granite — billion-year-old smooth boulders that create dramatic sculptural landscapes framing some of the world’s most beautiful beaches.
Key Beaches
Anse Lazio on Praslin Island is consistently ranked among the world’s finest beaches — huge rounded boulders of orange-pink granite frame a crescent of white sand and vivid turquoise water. Anse Georgette nearby is more secluded and equally stunning. On La Digue Island, Grand Anse and Petite Anse are wild, dramatic beaches with powerful surf and extraordinary boulder scenery.
Vallee de Mai
Praslin’s UNESCO-listed Vallee de Mai is home to the Coco de Mer palm — the world’s largest seed, producing coconuts weighing up to 25kg. The ancient forest feels prehistoric and otherworldly.
Access
Fly to Mahe Seychelles International Airport from Dubai, Doha, Nairobi, or Paris. Inter-island flights and ferry services connect Mahe to Praslin and La Digue. The islands are small and best explored by bicycle or taxi.
