The islands of the Seychelles
The Seychelles are a group of islands in the Indian Ocean, between 480 and 1,600km from the east coast of Africa. Despite this distance from the mainland, the country politically belongs to Africa. The Seychelles consist of 115 islands, 42 of which are called granite islands and 73 coral islands. These islands are in turn divided into the so-called Inner Islands and the Outer Islands. The Seychelles are also divided into 25 different regions, all of which are located in the Inner Islands.
Main Islands
The three main islands of the Seychelles - Mahé, Praslin and La Digue - impress with spectacular nature, beautiful beaches and are perfect for getting to know the real Seychelles and its islanders. The three islands are connected by ferries and should definitely be on your Seychelles bucket list!
Highlights: Wonderful beaches, Hiking Trails, Culture, Art and History, Local Life & Food, Snorkelling, Diving, Watersports
Highlights: Home of the legendary Coco de Mer, UNESCO nature reserve “Vallée de Mai”, Dream beaches: Anse Lazio, Cote d’Or, …, Giant tortoises at Curieuse, Boat trips to the surrounding islands
Other Islands
Besides the main islands, there are many other beautiful islands. Some of them are home to luxurious hotels, while others are completely uninhabited and can only be visited on a guided day trip, if at all. The other islands also include some coral islands which, in great contrast to the main islands, are only a few metres high.
Highlights: Extreme peace & quiet, Rich underwater world, Swimming, Snorkelling, Kayaking, Ste Anne Marine Park, Near Mahé but much quieter
Silhouette
Highlights: Pure relaxation & privacy, Pristine nature, Diving, Snorkelling, Hiking, World-class beaches all to yourself, Only 2 luxury hotels
Bird
Highlights: An island like no other, Away from everything and everyone, White empty beaches, crystal-clear water, Stunning flora & fauna, esp. birds, Giant tortoises, sea turtles, & much more
Desroches Island
Highlights: Remote coral island, Just one, stunning resort, Beaches all around the island, Pristine, untouched nature, Detach from the world & experience paradise
Video impressions
Discover more about the Seychelles in our island videos and make a note of your personal must-sees for your next holiday while you're at it!
