10 Days Seychelles Holiday – Island Hopping, Nature, and Ocean Escape

From $3,250 per person (based on 2 people sharing)
Seychelles Travel Packages | Praslin, La Digue, Mahé & Marine Parks | Beaches, Culture, and Soft Adventure

Day 1: Arrival in Mahé – Tropical Welcome and Relaxation

Arrive at Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) on Mahé Island. You will be met by a driver and transferred to your beachside resort. Settle in and unwind after your journey with a walk along the shore or a drink by the infinity pool.

Depending on your arrival time, explore Victoria, the capital, or visit Beau Vallon, a popular beach with shops, restaurants, and local food vendors.

Dinner and overnight stay in Mahé.

Day 2: Mahé Island Tour – Nature, Culture, and Hidden Beaches

After breakfast, set off on a full-day private tour of Mahé. Highlights include:

• Victoria Market for spices, fruits, and souvenirs
• Mission Lodge Viewpoint for panoramic mountain and ocean views
• Takamaka Rum Distillery tour with tasting
• Anse Intendance or Anse Soleil for swimming and sunbathing

Lunch at a local Creole restaurant. Return to your hotel for dinner and a relaxed evening.

Overnight in Mahé.

Day 3: Sainte Anne Marine Park – Snorkeling Cruise and Island BBQ

After breakfast, transfer to the jetty and board a glass-bottom boat for a full-day marine park cruise through Sainte Anne Marine National Park. Activities include:

• Snorkeling among coral reefs

• Fish feeding and swimming
• Visit to Moyenne Island to see giant tortoises and explore nature trails
• BBQ lunch served on the beach

Return to Mahé in the late afternoon. Overnight stay at your resort.

Day 4: Ferry to Praslin – Vallée de Mai and Beachfront Resort Check-In

Take an early morning ferry to Praslin (approx. 1 hour). Upon arrival, transfer to your beachfront resort and check in.

In the afternoon, visit the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for the endemic Coco de Mer palm and rare black parrot. Enjoy a peaceful nature walk with a guide.

Spend your evening by the beach or pool. Dinner and overnight in Praslin.

Day 5: Anse Lazio and Côte d’Or Beach Day

Start your day with a visit to Anse Lazio, frequently ranked among the world’s most stunning beaches. Spend time swimming in crystal-clear waters, snorkeling, or simply relaxing under a palm tree.

In the afternoon, transfer to Côte d’Or Beach, known for its shallow waters and wide stretch of soft sand. This is also a great spot for optional kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding.

Dinner and overnight in Praslin.

Day 6: Day Trip to La Digue – Cycling and Local Experiences

Take a morning ferry to La Digue, a small island where transport is mostly by bicycle or ox-cart.

Highlights include:

• L’Union Estate – old vanilla plantation and giant tortoise sanctuary
• Anse Source d’Argent, famed for its pink granite boulders and shallow turquoise water
• Optional visit to Grand Anse for bodyboarding or sunbathing

Enjoy a Creole lunch at a beachfront café before heading back to Praslin in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight in Praslin.

Day 7: Curieuse Island and St Pierre Islet – Nature and Snorkeling Adventure

After breakfast, take a boat excursion to Curieuse Island, a nature reserve home to a colony of Aldabra giant tortoises and mangrove boardwalks. Walk across the island from Baie Laraie to Anse St. José.

Enjoy a BBQ lunch on the beach before stopping at St Pierre Islet for a snorkeling session, known for colorful fish and coral.

Return to your hotel in Praslin. Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 8: Return to Mahé – Free Afternoon at Leisure

Take the ferry back to Mahé and return to your original hotel or a new resort in a different part of the island, such as Anse Royale or Glacis.

Spend the afternoon at leisure. Suggested optional activities:

• Spa treatment or couples massage
• Shopping for crafts and spices
• Catamaran sunset cruise from Eden Island Marina

Dinner and overnight in Mahé.

Day 9: Hiking or Cultural Day – Copolia Trail or Creole Village

Choose between two activities:
Option 1: Copolia Nature Trail Hike
Take a guided hike through Morne Seychellois National Park on the Copolia Trail, which ends with panoramic views over the east coast of Mahé.

Option 2: Creole Culture Experience
Visit a traditional Creole village, join a short cooking workshop, and enjoy a local lunch while learning about the island’s history, music, and food traditions.

Return to your hotel for a farewell dinner.

Overnight in Mahé.

Day 10: Departure – Final Moments in Paradise

Enjoy a relaxed morning with your final swim or walk along the beach. Depending on your flight time, you’ll be transferred to Seychelles International Airport for your departure.

This concludes your 10-day Seychelles holiday, filled with beaches, coral reefs, lush forests, island culture, and peaceful moments by the sea.

Included in the Tour Package

• 9 nights’ accommodation in beachfront hotels/resorts (Mahé x4, Praslin x5)
• Daily breakfast and 6 dinners
• All land and sea transfers (including ferries between islands)
• Full-day guided tours to Sainte Anne Marine Park, La Digue, Curieuse Island
• Guided visit to Vallée de Mai and Anse Lazio
• Snorkeling gear for marine park and Curieuse trip
• Airport pick-up and drop-off

Exclusions

• International flights to/from Seychelles
• Optional activities and spa treatments not listed
• Alcoholic drinks and meals not specified
• Personal expenses and tips
• Travel insurance