Itinerary Mahé, Praslin & La Digue

Seasonality: April is one of the best months to visit the Seychelles: it’s warm, the sea is calm, and it’s outside the main trade winds and rainy seasons — ideal for beach and wellness escapes.

💰 Budget overview

Category	Amount
✈️ Transport	3400 USD
🏨 Accommodations	3300 USD
🧳 Gear	300 USD
🗺️ On-site	900 USD
Total	7900 USD

🗺️ Activities & landmarks

🇸🇨 Mahé - 3 days

☀️ Daytime

• [ ] 🏖️ Beau Vallon Beach ⭐⭐⭐ (~4h)

  • Iconic white sand beach; excellent for swimming, watersports, kayaking, and luxury resorts.

• [ ] 🌳 Morne Seychellois National Park ⭐⭐⭐ (~4h)

  • Lush jungle, rare endemic plants; several scenic trails including the Copolia trail for panoramic views.

• [ ] 🏙️ Victoria City Center ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Tiny, charming capital: explore the Clock Tower, Sir Selwyn Market, and colorful Creole architecture.

• [ ] 🛕 Hindu Temple (Arul Mihu Navasakthi Vinayagar) ⭐ (~0.5h)

  • Vividly painted, peaceful temple in Victoria.

• [ ] 🏛️ Seychelles National Botanical Gardens ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Native palms, giant tortoises; serene, shaded walking paths.

• [ ] 🏖️ Anse Intendance ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Romantic wild beach, less crowded; strong surf, best for sunbathing.

• [ ] 🎨 Michael Adams Studio ⭐ (~0.5h)

  • Visit the renowned artist at his gallery; vibrant Seychellois art.

• [ ] 🌅 Mission Lodge Lookout ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Historic viewpoint, UNESCO site: breathtaking sunsets over the Indian Ocean.

• [ ] 🏄‍♂️ Surf/SUP lesson at Beau Vallon ⭐ (~2h)

  • Relaxed, friendly local instructors (book in advance via hotel).

• [ ] 🧘 Spa treatment at Eden Holistic Spa ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Award-winning wellness center; book signature massages with ocean views.

🌙 Evening & night

• [ ] 🍸 Eden Island Marina ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Lively bars and chic waterfront dining, luxury yacht views.

• [ ] 🍸 Boardwalk Bar & Grill ⭐ (~2h)

  • Trendy cocktails, DJ sets most nights; casual luxury vibe.

🍽️ Must-try food spots

• [ ] 🍜 Marie-Antoinette ⭐⭐⭐

  • Historic Creole mansion; sample octopus curry, grilled fish. ~35 USD/person.

• [ ] 🍜 La Plage Restaurant ⭐⭐

  • Elegant beachfront dining; seafood platters, fine wines. ~45 USD/person.

🔁 Optional if time permits

• [ ] 🏙️ Victoria Market shopping (~1h)

  • Best in early morning for local flavors.

• [ ] 🏖️ Anse Royale Beach (~2h)

  • Less crowded than Beau Vallon; great snorkeling.

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🇸🇨 Praslin - 2 days

☀️ Daytime

• [ ] 🏝️ Anse Lazio ⭐⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Frequently on "world’s best beaches" lists; turquoise water, fine sand, casual beach bars.

• [ ] 🏞️ Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve ⭐⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • UNESCO site; ancient palm forest, rare Coco de Mer; guided walks recommended.

• [ ] 🏖️ Anse Georgette ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Secluded, accessible via Constance Lemuria Resort or guided boat; untouched paradise feel.

• [ ] 🐢 Fond Ferdinand Nature Reserve ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Smaller crowds, rich wildlife, hiking trail with panoramic island views.

• [ ] 🎨 Praslin Museum ⭐ (~1h)

  • Creole culture, spice garden, interactive exhibits.

• [ ] 🚤 Private boat day trip to St. Pierre Islet ⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Snorkeling among colorful fish, picnic on tiny islet.

🌙 Evening & night

• [ ] 🍸 Côte d'Or Beach bars ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Chill sundowners, live music some evenings.

• [ ] 🍸 Chill Out Tapas Lounge ⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Fusion cuisine, cocktails, relaxed crowd.

🍽️ Must-try food spots

• [ ] 🍜 Les Lauriers Restaurant & Hotel ⭐⭐⭐

  • Renowned Creole BBQ buffets (book ahead). ~40 USD/person.

• [ ] 🍜 Cafe des Arts ⭐⭐

  • Gourmet; seafood, sushi, beachfront. ~50 USD/person.

🔁 Optional if time permits

• [ ] 🏞️ Grand Anse Beach (~1h)
  • Quieter, good for walks and sunsets.

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🇸🇨 La Digue - 2 days

☀️ Daytime

• [ ] 🏖️ Anse Source d’Argent ⭐⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Iconic granite boulders, pink-tinged sand, calm lagoons for swimming — paradise for photographers.

• [ ] 🚴 Cycle tour of La Digue ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Rent bikes; explore slow-paced Creole villages, plantation houses, lush countryside.

• [ ] 🏝️ Grand Anse ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Stunning and wild, strong waves; more dramatic scenery.

• [ ] 🦢 L’Union Estate Park ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Old colonial vanilla plantation, giant tortoises, boat-building museum.

• [ ] 🌳 Veuve Nature Reserve ⭐ (~1h)

  • Birdwatching for rare black paradise flycatchers.

• [ ] 🧘 Wellness ritual at Le Domaine de l'Orangeraie Spa ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Spa with ocean views, rainforest ambiance, signature Seychelles treatments.

🌙 Evening & night

• [ ] 🍸 Tarosa Takeaway & Bar ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Beachfront cocktails, casual atmosphere.

• [ ] 🍸 Fish Trap Restaurant & Bar ⭐ (~1h)

  • Laid-back, live music some evenings, popular for sundowners.

🍽️ Must-try food spots

• [ ] 🍜 Chez Jules ⭐⭐

  • Famous grilled fish, fresh fruit juices; open-air Creole style. ~35 USD/person.

• [ ] 🍜 Le Repaire ⭐⭐

  • Italian-Creole fusion, romantic garden setting. ~40 USD/person.

🔁 Optional if time permits

• [ ] 🏖️ Anse Cocos (~2h)
  • Gorgeous, isolated — 30-min walk from Grand Anse.

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🎬 Films & series to watch

🇸🇨 Mahé

• [ ] 🎬 Oceans (2009) — ⭐ 7.8 — Stunning underwater and island footage, including the Indian Ocean — Amazon Prime
• [ ] 📺 The Islands and the Whales (2016) — ⭐ 7.4 — Explores island cultures and wildlife — Vimeo

🇸🇨 Praslin

• [ ] 🎬 BBC: Indian Ocean with Simon Reeve (2012, Ep Seychelles) — ⭐ 8.5 — Adventure travel doc — BBC iPlayer

🇸🇨 La Digue

• [ ] 🎬 Cast Away (2000) — ⭐ 7.8 — Stranded-on-tropical-island classic — Netflix

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🍜 Local specialties

🇸🇨 Mahé

• [ ] Grilled red snapper or parrotfish
• [ ] Octopus curry (kari koko zourit)
• [ ] Ladob (sweet or savory plantain dish)

🇸🇨 Praslin

• [ ] Shredded green papaya salad
• [ ] Sausage rougaille (Creole sausage stew)
• [ ] Coconut nougat

🇸🇨 La Digue

• [ ] Fresh mango and breadfruit salad
• [ ] Broiled spiny lobster
• [ ] Banana flambé

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📍 Maps - places to pin

🇸🇨 Mahé

1. 🌤️ Morne Seychellois National Park
2. 🌙 Eden Island Marina
3. 🛍️ Victoria Market
4. 🏨 Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa
5. 🍽️ Marie-Antoinette

🇸🇨 Praslin

1. 🌤️ Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve
2. 🌙 Côte d'Or Beach bars
3. 🛍️ Praslin Museum boutique
4. 🏨 Raffles Seychelles
5. 🍽️ Les Lauriers Restaurant & Hotel

🇸🇨 La Digue

1. 🌤️ Anse Source d’Argent
2. 🌙 Tarosa Takeaway & Bar
3. 🛍️ L’Union Estate craft shop
4. 🏨 Le Domaine de l'Orangeraie Resort & Spa
5. 🍽️ Chez Jules

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✈️ Transport to book

• [ ] ✈️ London → Mahé (SEZ)
• [ ] 🛥️ Mahé → Praslin (ferry or short domestic flight)
• [ ] 🛥️ Praslin → La Digue (ferry)
• [ ] 🛥️ La Digue → Mahé (ferry via Praslin, if departure required)
• [ ] ✈️ Mahé → London

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🏨 Accommodations

City	Nights	Accommodation	Price
Mahé	3	Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa	1500 USD
Praslin	2	Raffles Seychelles	1100 USD
La Digue	2	Le Domaine de l'Orangeraie Resort & Spa	700 USD
Total	7 nights		3300 USD