Praslin

Granite islands, giant tortoises and impossible beaches

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Praslin — Island of the legendary palm

Vallée de Mai Nature reserve

A UNESCO primeval palm forest home to the giant coco de mer.

Best time: Apr–Oct — Drier months are best for the forest trails.

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Anse Lazio Beach

Often rated among the world's best beaches, of granite and turquoise.

Best time: Apr–May & Oct–Nov — Calm inter-monsoon seas are best for swimming.

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Anse Georgette Beach

A secluded powder-sand cove framed by granite boulders.

Best time: Apr–May & Oct–Nov — Calm months give the clearest snorkelling water.

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Curieuse Island Island

A day-trip island of free-roaming giant tortoises and mangroves.

Best time: Apr–Oct — Drier months are best for the boat trip and walks.

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Anse Volbert (Côte d'Or) Beach

Prestigious long white-sand beach with calm lagoon, reef snorkeling, and upscale resort area.

Best time: May–Nov — Premier developed beach offering calm waters distinct from wilder Praslin island beaches

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What things cost in Seychelles

Indicative ranges for planning, drawn from the same data layer that powers the interactive travelogue. Figures are in US dollars where priced.

Local SIM$15–25/month
Coworking desk$100–150/month
Gym membership$40–60/month
GP visit$40–80
Hospital day$120–200/night
Dental check-up$50–100
Traveller insurance$40–70/month
Nomad insurance$45/month
International school$4,000–7,000/yr
University year$3,000–6,000/yr
Language course$100–150/month

Education: Limited international schools; higher tuition costs. · Healthcare: Good healthcare on main islands; emergency flights expensive.

Reviewed 5 August 2026 · Ranges are indicative planning figures, not quotes — verify locally before you budget. Fuller breakdown: open Seychelles in the interactive travelogue.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Seychelles?

It depends on where you go: every place has its own ideal season on this page. For example, Anse Intendance is best around Apr–May & Oct–Nov. Seychelles has 5 featured cities and areas to plan around.

Is English spoken in Seychelles?

Roughly 80% of people speak English. The main language is Seychellois Creole, English, French.

How strong is the Seychelles passport?

The Seychelles passport gives visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to about 151 destinations.

Is Seychelles expensive to travel in?

This page lists indicative traveller costs for Seychelles — medical, insurance, connectivity and education ranges — and the interactive travelogue holds the full breakdown.

What is there to do in Seychelles?

Anse Intendance, Victoria & Sir Selwyn Market, Morne Seychellois Park, Beau Vallon Beach, Seychelles National Botanic Garden, Vallée de Mai — each with the best time to visit, why it is worth it, and specific things to do.

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Page reviewed 5 August 2026 · Season and place notes come from Amit's own travels. Visa and entry rules change — confirm with official sources before you book.

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