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Indian Ocean: Seychelles

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Getting There / Around

Major gateway is Mahe (SEZ)
Typical flying time from UK:  10-11 hrs

Buses on main islands of Mahe, Praslin and La Digue operate with a flat fare.  Licensed taxis are available at all domestic airports and ports.  Ferry service between three islands; high-speed boat link between Mahe and Praslin; also air service between Mahe and Praslin.

Travel Highlights

Valle de Mai, Praslin (World Heritage Site)
Anse Souce d'Argent Beach (La Digue)
Anse Lazio Beach (Praslin)
Anse Intendance (Mahe)
Beau Vallon Bay, (Mahe)
Bird reserves (Cousin Island and Aride Island)
Nature Reserve (Curieuse Island)
Mission Lodge (Sans Souci, Mahe)
St. Anne Marine Park (Mahe)
Village Artisanal (Anse Aux Pins, Mahe)

Best Time to Visit

Seychelles enjoys a pleasant tropical climate all year round:  the islands lie outside the cyclone belt and there are no extremes of weather.  The temperature seldom drops below 24°C or rises above 32°C.  November and March is the best time of year for diving and other water sports.

Visa Requirements

No visa requirements

Currency

Seychelles Rupee (SR).
It is best to take Sterling / Euro / US Dollars; maximum SR2,000 of local currency can be imported. 
Major credit cards accepted.

Language(s)

Creole, French and English

Religion

Catholic

Health

Yellow fever certificate is required from travellers who have passed through infected areas in the preceding six days. 
Precautions against hepatitis A, typhoid and polio recommended. 
PLEASE CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR.

 

Contact
Seychelles Tourist Office
3rd Floor
17 Nelson Road
Greenwich
London
SE10 9JB

Tel: +44(0)20 8293 9792
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Official Name
Republic of Seychelles

Capital City
Victoria

 

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