With its palette of subtle colours, ranging from
the turquoise blue of the transparent sea to the emerald green
of its luxuriant vegetation, with the glowing amber of its fine
sandy beaches in between, the archipelago of the Seychelles is
like a necklace of pearls lying on the deep blue jewel box of
the Indian Ocean.
Magic islands...
Situated some 8,000 km from Europe, the Seychelles
archipelago consists of 115 islands scattered over an area of
more than 400,000 sq.km. It has more natural and marine parks
than anywhere else in the world.
An astonishing variety
of flora and fauna can be found in the Seychelles. Besides
the magnificent fish of the Indian Ocean (over 800 species),
there are also turtles and flocks of brightly coloured birds.
The Seychelles has an abundance of fruit, plants, and rare
varieties of trees. It is the home of the famous "coco
de mer", or double coconut, which has astonishing and
suggestive shapes...
Warm hospitality
and a friendly mood…
The
Seychelles, a paradise of unspoilt nature, is a young Republic
(it became independent in 1976) and has about 75,000 inhabitants
who speak English and French, in addition to Creole.
Off the beaten track in the Seychelles, you will discover and fall
in love with its scenic beauty, and a Creole people known for their
warm hospitality, exotic cuisine and cheerful temperament.
This is the ideal place for swimming, sunbathing on deserted beaches
and romantic walks in a heavenly setting!
A fabulous sea bed
You
can go deep sea diving all year round since the water around
the islands is crystal clear. However, in order to protect
this precious environment, diving in the Seychelles is strictly
regulated and harpoon fishing is forbidden.
If you are tempted to explore this fabulous underwater world and its
unique flora and fauna, many diving centres are at your disposal to
initiate you into diving techniques.
Off the beaten track,
in the heart of pristine nature...
Mahé,
the main island, is still an unknown paradise for walkers in
search of new surprises. You will often find yourself walking
alone along the marked mountain paths that cross a grandiose
landscape in the heart of a pristine environment.
The Seychelles archipelago has an abundance of fruit, plants and rare
varieties of trees. Praslin is the home of the famous "coco de
mer", or double coconut, which has astonishing and suggestive
shapes...
Pirate
treasures...
Arab
navigators were the first to start trading with the Seychelles
in the 9th century. They were followed by the Portuguese, and
then the English (with a French interlude). The archipelago
was used for a long time as a hideaway by buccaneers who constantly
raided ships laden with spices, tea and silk. There is still
talk of mysterious treasures hidden on the islands but no one
has discovered them yet.
Air
Seychelles hints & tips for an
original experience
Sailing in the
Seychelles
Several specialists offer customized sailing
vacations aboard superbly equipped catamarans. You may
choose among crewed or bareboat charter. Most of the vessels
are brand new with great emphasis on safety, comfort and
space.
Dream
Yacht Seychelles
Crewed or bareboat charter. Catamarans in Baie Sainte Anne,
Praslin.
Day charter.
The
Seychelles, a paradise of unspoilt nature, is a young Republic
(it became independent in 1976) and has about 75,000 inhabitants
who speak English and French, in addition to Creole.
You
can go deep sea diving all year round since the water around
the islands is crystal clear. However, in order to protect
this precious environment, diving in the Seychelles is strictly
regulated and harpoon fishing is forbidden.
Mahé,
the main island, is still an unknown paradise for walkers in
search of new surprises. You will often find yourself walking
alone along the marked mountain paths that cross a grandiose
landscape in the heart of a pristine environment.
Arab
navigators were the first to start trading with the Seychelles
in the 9th century. They were followed by the Portuguese, and
then the English (with a French interlude). The archipelago
was used for a long time as a hideaway by buccaneers who constantly
raided ships laden with spices, tea and silk. There is still
talk of mysterious treasures hidden on the islands but no one
has discovered them yet.
