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.
