The Ultimate Guide and Tips for Planning Your Trip to the Seychelles

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🏄‍♂️ Water Sports: Between Adrenaline and Serenity

From surfing secret spots to transparent kayaking above coral reefs, here’s how to enjoy the Indian Ocean.

Surfing & Kitesurfing

The Seychelles are still a relatively untouched surf destination. Waves are consistent, but vigilance is essential as they often break over shallow coral.

  • Mahé spots: Anse Bougainville and Anse Royale (South).
  • Praslin spots: Anse Kerlan.
  • Season: May to October (South-East trade winds season).
Level: Intermediate

Sea Kayaking & Stand-up Paddleboarding

The most eco-friendly and peaceful way to explore mangroves and small coves that are inaccessible by land.

  • Must-do: The transparent kayak at Anse Source d'Argent (La Digue) to spot rays beneath your feet.
  • Praslin: Paddle from Côte d'Or to St Pierre islet (in calm seas).
Family-friendly

Scuba Diving

With water temperatures between 27°C and 30°C year-round, diving is a major activity. Expect reef sharks, turtles, and schools of tropical fish.

  • Best dive centers: Beau Vallon (Mahé) and Côte d'Or (Praslin).
  • Wrecks: Several wrecks off Mahé for certified divers.
Try dives from €90

Activity comparison table

Activity Best Location Equipment Average Price
Jet Ski Beau Vallon (Mahé) Included (Rental) ~€80 / 30 min
Parasailing Beau Vallon (Mahé) Included ~€100 / flight
Sailing / Catamaran Baie Ste Anne (Praslin) Skipper required Quote on request