Seychelles Tour Packages

If you dream of vacationing amidst turquoise blue waters and spellbinding white sand beaches but without the maddening crowd of Bali, head to the beautiful island nation of Seychelles. Stunning coastal landscapes, clear waters, palm trees and powdery white sand mark this small island country east of the African continent. From accommodation at world-class resorts to fine dining experiences and scenic helicopter rides over the islands, our personalised Seychelles tour packages are crafted to enhance your Seychelles experience. The tour experience includes diving, snorkelling, luxurious massages, and fine dining.

Table of Content:

1. About Seychelles
2. Tidbits for Seychelles
3. Essential Things To Know Before Booking Seychelles Tour Packages From India
4. Our Best Budget Seychelles Tour Packages
5. Seychelles at a Glance
6. Top Reasons To Visit Seychelles
7. Best Time To Visit Seychelles From India
8. Top Things To Do In Seychelles
9. Shopping In Seychelles
10. Foods To Try Out In Seychelles
11. Art And Culture In Seychelles

About Seychelles

Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands in the western Indian Ocean. It is the smallest country in Africa but one of the richest in the continent, thanks to tourism, fisheries, and the export of agricultural products like vanilla, coconut, cinnamon, etc. There are three main inhabited islands, Praslin, La Digue, and Mahe, with 90% of the population living on the latter.

Like Mauritius, Seychelles does not have an indigenous population. The island was first identified around the 16th century by Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama, who mentioned the archipelago on his map. However, the island wasn’t explored until the 1700s by the French navigator Lazare Picault. The country gets its name from the French Minister of Finances, Jean Moreau Sechelles. Over the years, the country was colonised by the French and British until it declared independence in 1976.

Seychellois are a multi-ethnic and multi-religious group living peacefully. Almost 90% of the population is Creole, with Indo-Seychellois, Tamil-Seychellois, and Franco-Seychellois also forming a sizeable population. While Roman Catholicism is the main religion, there are plenty of Hindus and Muslims, as well.

Our customised Seychelles tour packages include a glimpse of every aspect of Seychellois life, including cuisine, shopping, watersports, and wildlife tours.

Tidbits For Seychelles

• Treasures worth $130 million are supposedly hidden somewhere in the Seychelles. Among the items are gold, silver, pearls, emeralds, and a gold crucifix so heavy that it may need three men to carry it.
• Aldabra Island is the world’s second largest atoll.
• The Aldabra tortoise is among the longest living animals on earth, with a lifespan of over 150 years.
• Gardiner’s Seychelles frog is one of the world’s smallest frogs.
• Seychelles national tree, coco-de-mer, is the world’s largest seed.
• The coconut crab is the world’s largest land crab. It can lift objects up to 30 kg & feeds on birds, rats, & fellow crabs.
• Seychelles is one of the wealthiest countries in Africa, with a GDP and PPP of $39,662.
• Seychelles is the world’s only granite island in mid-ocean.
• Seychelles is 99% water and 0.3% land.
• Famous tourist attractions include Vallee de Mai Nature Reserve, Anse Lazio, Jardin du Roi Spice Garden, and Mission Lodge.
• Things To Do – Scuba diving, rock climbing, snorkelling, ziplining.
• Famous Food – Grilled fish, shark chutney, octopus curry, salted fish.
• Places To Visit – Victoria, Mahe, Praslin.
• Souvenirs To Buy – Coco de mer, black pearls, art pieces, Yi-King essential oils.
• Seychelles’ national bird, the black parrot, is one of the rarest endemic birds in the world.
• The jellyfish tree is one of the world’s rarest plants, with only 30 species scattered over Mahe Island.

Essential Things To Know Before Booking Seychelles Tour Packages From India

• Seychelles is a visa-free country. Indians can stay up to 90 days without paying for a visitor’s permit. However, your documentation and return tickets must be clear.
• In addition to English, French, and Seychellois Creole, you’ll find people speaking Hindi, Tamil, and Gujarati. A majority of supermarket owners are second —or third-generation Tamilians.
• The local currency, the Seychellois Rupee, can fluctuate wildly. It’s best to carry a credit card and a few local currency notes for small changes.
• Some travel sites suggest Euro or Dollar, but you’ll end up paying a conversion fee.
• If La Digue is part of your Seychelles tour package itinerary, check with the tour operator if they will provide taxis (especially if you are travelling with the elderly). There are few cars and people cycle to different places.
• Carry light clothes, sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses, as Seychelles is a tropical country.
• Nude bathing is prohibited in the Seychelles, but dress codes are pretty relaxed. Pack plenty of swimwear, sarongs, and shorts.
• Most restaurants and resorts add a 10% tip to the bill; waitstaff don’t expect tips, but they surely appreciate it. Carry enough local currency to tip taxi drivers & waitstaff.
• The network in Seychelles is poor – make sure you communicate clearly and plan things ahead of time. We suggest downloading Google Maps so you can use them offline.
• Water is expensive and not readily available as in India. Make sure you carry a water bottle.

Our Best Budget Seychelles Tour Packages

Seychelles at A Glance

Top Reasons To Visit Seychelles

Best beaches

Seychelles’ beaches are spectacular and diverse. While some have long stretches of powdery white sand, others are famous for their dramatic granite boulders. Anse Source d’Argent is an Instagram-worthy beach with translucent waters and white sand. Anse Lazio is another postcard-worthy beach renowned for its beautiful scenery, crystal clear waters, and sunsets. Beau Vallon is popular among locals and tourists for its restaurants, dive centres, and shops.