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

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When should you go to the Seychelles?

The key information to choose your ideal month depending on weather, budget and the activities you want to do.

🌬️ The Southeast Trade Winds

May to September

  • Climate: Drier and “cooler” (26–28°C).
  • Wind: Steady, ideal for sailing and kitesurfing.
  • Sea: Rougher on the South/East coasts (seaweed possible).
  • Highlights: Great for hiking and avoiding humidity.

🔥 The Northwest Monsoon

November to March

  • Climate: Hot (30°C+) and humid.
  • Wind: Light, heavier atmosphere.
  • Rain: Tropical showers (especially Dec/Jan).
  • Highlights: Very warm water, lush vegetation.

💎 The “Crystal” Months

April & October

  • Climate: Perfect balance.
  • Sea: Glassy calm, record visibility (30m+).
  • Wind: Almost non-existent.
  • Highlights: The best time for snorkeling and diving.

Choose based on what you want

Activity Best months Note
🤿 Snorkeling & Diving April, May, October, November Maximum visibility, calm sea.
🦜 Birdwatching April (nesting), May–Sep Huge colonies on Bird & Aride.
🥾 Hiking June to September Less humidity, easier effort.
🐢 Turtles (nesting) October to January Hawksbill turtles lay eggs on beaches.
🐢 Turtles (hatching) January to March Hatchlings heading back to the sea.
⛵ Sailing All year More sporty from May to September.
⭐ Quick summary
For absolute calm: April / October
For the lowest budget: May / June / September
For intense heat: March / April
Note: Avoid the last two weeks of December if you dislike crowds and doubled prices.

Average monthly rainfall

This chart shows rainfall volume (mm). Note that even during the wet season, showers are often brief and followed by sunshine.

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