A TRIP TO THE SEYCHELLES 

Each of the 115 islands scattered across the western Indian Ocean has its own character and history. With a superb climate, with an average temperature of 29 ° throughout the year, this archipelago is

ideal for island getaways island. 

Nature is still intact: only inhabited for 250 years, Seychelles remained worlds miniature microcosms flourishing in sublime isolation, knowing neither tension nor the stress of a world in turmoil. 

Each island reveals its original beauty, peaks covered with lush forests to the sapphire ocean, through the glades on the hillside and the beautiful granite rocks that flank the beaches considered among the finest in the world. To concretely illustrate the richness of their amazing ecosystems, the Seychelles has two sites listed as World Natural Heritage: the fabulous Vallée de Mai and Aldabra Atoll, the largest coral atoll in the world submerged. It is the perfect destination to relax to the rhythms of nature. It allows you to relax in peace, knowing serenity and offers a wide selection of cabins and spas. But the destination Seychelles is perfect for dynamic and sporting holidays. Its diversity allows diving, sailing, fishing, indulge in hiking, discover and explore by traveling from island to island, engaging in activities related to ecotourism. Love Is islands provide the perfect setting for a wedding, a honeymoon or romantic getaway in a place where the beauty of nature and the reception of Seychelles allow living the journey of his dreams. 

The accommodation options are also varied as the range extends from small establishments with their charming bungalows beachfront hotels to 5 star luxury, to boarding houses and furnished rentals that allow you to experience the precious way of life in the islands. 

Seychelles you will be welcomed in a large family whose ethnic roots are sources around the globe. Here, harmony is a way of life, and you can enjoy a vibrant culture, born of ethnic intermingling for over two centuries and enriched with African influences, Europe and Asia can attest as music, dance, the architecture but also one of the most delicious cuisines you can sample 

History of these islands: a history dating back 150 million years, when dinosaurs time occupied a landlocked expanse in the heart of the vast continent of Gondwana, which later became the land of Seychelles land. Over millions of years that followed, the work of tectonic plates slowly began and turned this vast landscape, but it was a seismic event on a large scale which put an abrupt end to the long reign of the dinosaurs and the geography of configura today Seychelles. The giant flaw behind this series of events is probably the result of a volcanic eruption underwater or a meteorite impact, causing a break of the west coast of India and the derivation of the continent to the north . By chance or luck, lands that make up the Seychelles are found isolated and transformed. Country of land area made ​​up of small islands scattered shimmering freely in the middle of the ocean, Seychelles originated in the only land where granitic rocks are semi-ocean. Like other coral formations, these scattered up the Seychelles archipelago just south of the equator oasis sparkle like gems scattered across the vastness of the ocean blue. 

Many browsers have probably crossed the Seychelles on the way to their expeditions ever since the dawn of time. Written proof that the Arabs ventured there in the ninth century under the name of Zarin Islands and the Portuguese in 1502 as the Seven Sisters. Between time and until 1756, the Seychelles are a haven for pirates, privateers and freebooters. 

But the first people to settle in Mahe are French in 1756, attracted by the lush land with abundant water resources and meats. Victoria was founded in 1778 the British captured the island in 1811 (Waterloo). The Treaty of Paris in 1814, allocates the archipelago permanently to England. A few years later, in 1835, slavery was abolished. It was not until 1976 that the Seychelles became a republic 

Seychelles are 115 islands scattered over 400,000 square kilometers. The capital is Victoria, located on the largest island of the Republic, Mahe. 

The stereotypical view of this paradise makes it an expensive destination outside today offers many opportunities for diverse and varied holidays, thanks to the various airlines serving the destination, but also thanks to its wide range of accommodation ranging from budget hotels (starting from 30 € per night) for alot more comfortable hotels through small addresses charms called the Seychelles Secret. 

Budget your holiday will necessarily vary according to your needs and wishes: 

The information below will give you an overview of the prices of some common products to give you an idea of ​​cost of living in the Seychelles. 

Water Bottle € 0.60 (in-store) at 3 € (at the hotel) 

Seybrew local beer € 1.40 (in store) € 2.45 to € 7 (at the hotel) 

Bottle of wine € 5.31 to € 14.25 (in store) € 12.08 to € 455 (at the hotel) 

Bottle of Champagne € 7.73 to € 21.74 (in-store) 28 € to € 1,235 (at the hotel) 

Soft drink, Coke € 0.90 to € 1.05 (in store) € 2 to € 6 (at the hotel) 

Pizza 1 person 5 € to 6 € (in store) € 5.59 to € 10.48 (at the hotel) 

A packet of 20 cigarettes € 2.62 (in store) € 2.79 to € 12 (at the hotel) 

Whisky € 18.11 to € 26.58 (in store) € 5.24 € 41 (at the hotel) 

A liter of petrol € 0.87 - 

A quick lunch (snack) 2.45 € 1.75 € (outside takeaways and small structures) € 9 to € 29 (hotel) 

Taxi from the airport to Victoria € 13.98 - 

Taxi from Praslin airport Côte d'Or (Anse Volbert) € 15.72 - 

Rent a car in the day € 31.45 to € 55.90 - Jeep or Buggy (100 € per day) 

Ferry go back 44 € to 114 € for Praslin (depending on class) 

Air Seychelles, return flight Mahe-Praslin € 176 

Bus ticket € 0.49 € 0.70 

Bike rental for the day € 10.48 

Here no poisonous snake or spider venom withering, no crime and no tourist trap, but a hospitable as its inhabitants by its natural assets. 

We know especially the beaches of the Seychelles, these blocks of smooth rocks washed up on white and wet with warm water and a transparent sand. Among these the most beautiful beaches, note that of Beau Vallon (only beach where the practice of motorized water sports is permitted), Stewardship Anse, Anse Takamaka Port Launay on Mahé, but Anse Lazio and Anse Georgette Cote D'Or on Praslin or Anse Patate, Anse Marron, Grande Anse, Petite Anse and Anse Source d'Argent on La Digue. 

The seabed is exceptional especially in small islands with evocative names: Curious, Bird, Frégate, Silhouette, Cocos and Felicity. Scuba diving can be done throughout the archipelago, particularly in marine parks (Ste Anne, Port Launay, Curious, around the Marianne, goshawks Silhouette island, but Desroches recognized globally for 16 spots incredible whose evocative names that will most enchanting Big Cave, Secret Passage, Canyon, Mrs. Zabre and Aquarium) 

Some islands are home to colonies of giant land tortoises from Aldabra and birds including some endangered species like the black parrot, the Gobe Black Fly Paradise or walker the only bird of the Indian Ocean the Rail Cuvier on atolle Aldabra. 

You can indulge in the proposed by many centers on the main islands of Mahe, Praslin and La Digue water activities, indulge in surfing and kite (remember to bring your own equipment) or explore the islands on board Canoe Kayak or catamaran. 

Hiking (little known yet known) is a great way to discover the wealth of fauna and flora of the Seychelles. Some 12 marked trails on the main island of Mahe just waiting for you to dazzle you with the thousand and one wonders, thousand and one scents thousand and one colors. 

 

In addition to the colorful fish to the wildest forms, you will see the endemic palm species including the famous coco de mer; which is none other than the heaviest in the world, amazing shapes nuts. The coco de mer is vulgarly called Btw coco buttock (you will understand why the light!). 

These riches are preserved, with over 50% of the land classified as Nature Reserves and Parks. Island hopping; discover the bird sanctuary Cousin, Curieuse Marine Park or seven islands St Anne Marine Park, and the famous primitive valley ranked World Natural Heritage by UNESCO: the Vallee de Mai on Praslin. 

The island of Mahe is the largest island of the archipelago (28km long and 8 km wide) and has some 65 beaches incredible charm. If you want to learn about the history of the Seychelles, Mahe is that you will find museums, traces of this multi-ethnic past. 

DO NOT MISS 

• A walk in the smallest capital in the world Victoria 

• The Sir Selwyn Selwyn colorful market Clarke 

• The Victoria Clocktower "Lorloz" 

• The St. Paul's Cathedral and the Immaculate Conception 

• The House of Priests 

• The Natural History Museum 

• The National Cultural Centre 

• The National Botanic Garden 

• The exotic garden Kot Man-Ya 

• The National Park Morne Seychellois 

• Domaine de Val des Pres: the Vye Marmit Restaurant, Gran Kaz, the craft village and the House of Coco 

• The Institute Creole 'Linstiti Kreol' 

• The Navy 

• The Liberation monument "Zonm Lib" 

• Bel Air Cemetery where lie 

famous personalities such as 

privateer Jean-François and Hodoul 

Giant Charles Dorothee Savy 

• The Hindu temple Arul Mihu Navasakthi 

Vinayagar 

• Le Jardin du Roy (spice garden) 

• The Mission Lodge 

• Art galleries (Georges Camille Marday Egbert, Tom Bower ...) 

• Excursions to nearby islands 

• The Marine Parks of St. Anne and Port Launay 

• Creole restaurants 

• The walking and hiking (Anse Major, Cassedent, Mare pigs ...) 

• Tracks (the beach of Beau Vallon, Anse Stewardship, Anse Soleil ...) 

• Diving with fins, mask and snorkel 

 

The island of Praslin is the second largest island of the archipelago (10 km long and 3.7 km wide) and is known for habriter the Vallée de Mai, UNESCO Natural Heritage where you can marvel to several endemic species of fauna and flora, including the Coco de Mer and Black Parrot. 

DO NOT MISS 

• La Vallée de Mai, home to the World Natural Heritage by UNESCO 

• Some of the most spectacular beaches in the country, each with its own attractions such as Anse Lazio, Anse Kerlan and Anse Georgette 

• The Museum of Praslin 

• St. Anne's Bay, the center "shopping" Praslin 

• The aquaculture farm (giant clam) and Black Pearl shop 

• Excursions to neighboring islands: 

- Cousin Bird Sanctuary 

- Marine Park and Nature Reserve, with its curious tortoises 

- Birding Barren Reserve 

- La Digue 

• Walks and hikes. 

The island of La Digue, wilder, on the other hand is the fourth largest island in the archipelago and the third in terms of population. It is an island where time seems to stop, where it circulates only foot, bicycle or oxcart. La Digue has mainly one of the most beautiful beaches in the world (and we're not exaggerating) located in the Union Estate: Anse Source d'Argent. Words fail to describe this paradise so perfect. 

DO NOT MISS 

• The bullock cart ride (beef taxi) 

• The beaches of Anse Source d'Argent Grand Anse, Petit Anse, Anse Cocos 

• Colonial houses 

• L'Union Estate (Anse Source d'Argent, shipyard, Breton cemetery, vanilla plantation, plant coconut plantation house, the house of Emmanuelle) 

• Giant tortoises released 

• The walks and hikes 

• Mount Belle Vue and its peak Eagle Nest 

• The Special Reserve Widow 

• The atmosphere and ambience of this peaceful island 

• Excursions to the islands of Little and Big Sisters, Coco and Marianne 

The language barrier is not a problem, the Seychelles were first settled by the French, then the English, to become independent in 1976 (as a protectorate of the Commonwealth of Nations). The English, French and Creole are the three national languages​​.