7 Days • 6 Nights
Seychelles Family Holiday: Beaches, Tortoises & Reefs
Tour Includes
About the Trip
Trip Highlights
- Meeting giant Aldabra tortoises is a wonderful family highlight. The Seychelles is famous for its giant Aldabra tortoises, gentle giants that can live over a century. The family meets these wonderful creatures roaming free on islands like Curieuse, at L'Union Estate on La Digue, and in Victoria's botanical gardens, where children can often feed and touch them, a wonderful, memorable encounter. The tortoises delight all ages. Meeting giant Aldabra tortoises, gentle giants children can often feed and touch, is a wonderful and unforgettable highlight for the whole family in the Seychelles.
- Snorkelling vibrant reefs with turtles and colourful fish is a magical family highlight. The Seychelles' warm, clear seas and marine parks offer beautiful, safe snorkelling. The family snorkels together over vibrant coral reefs teeming with clouds of colourful tropical fish and turtles, often straight off the beach or on boat excursions to marine parks like St Pierre, an easy, beautiful and thrilling underwater adventure children love. The reefs and marine life are magical. Snorkelling vibrant reefs teeming with colourful fish and turtles, straight off the beach and on boat excursions, is a magical and joyful highlight for the whole family in the Seychelles.
- The world's most beautiful beaches are perfect for family fun. The Seychelles has the most beautiful beaches on earth, with powder-white sand, warm turquoise water, and spectacular granite boulders perfect for children to explore. The family relaxes on stunning beaches like Anse Lazio and Beau Vallon, swimming, building sandcastles, and playing amid the sculpted granite, in blissful, safe beauty. The beaches are perfect. Relaxing on the world's most beautiful beaches, swimming, building sandcastles and playing amid spectacular granite boulders, is a perfect and joyful highlight for the whole family in the Seychelles.
- The ancient coco de mer forest and island adventures captivate children. The family wanders the ancient, magical palm forest of the Vallee de Mai, home to the legendary coco de mer with its giant nut, a fascinating adventure like stepping into a prehistoric world, and takes boat excursions to beautiful islands and marine parks, glass-bottom boats and nature walks, exciting island adventures for children. The forest and adventures captivate. Wandering the ancient coco de mer forest and enjoying boat excursions and island adventures captivates children, a wonderful highlight for the whole family in the Seychelles.
- Warm Creole culture, delicious food and a safe island make this a wonderful family destination. The Seychelles is safe, welcoming and easy, with warm Creole culture, delicious food children enjoy, from fresh fish to tropical fruit, and no malaria. The beautiful beaches, giant tortoises, vibrant reefs and island adventures captivate children and adults alike, and the warmth and safety make families feel wonderfully at ease. The warmth, safety and nature are wonderful. The Seychelles' warm Creole culture, delicious food and safe, beautiful, nature-rich islands make it a wonderful family destination, a rewarding highlight of this family holiday.
- Above all, this journey offers a safe, beautiful and nature-rich family holiday in an island paradise. The Seychelles is a wonderful, safe and fascinating family destination. Over seven days your family meets giant tortoises, snorkels vibrant reefs, wanders the ancient coco de mer forest, takes island boat excursions, and relaxes on the world's most beautiful beaches, all in blissful island serenity. The combination of safety, giant tortoises, vibrant reefs, unique nature and the world's most beautiful beaches makes the Seychelles ideal for families. For a family seeking a safe, beautiful and nature-rich holiday in an island paradise.
Day by Day
A detailed day-by-day plan for this 7-day journey.
Your Seychelles family holiday begins as your flight arrives at Mahe's Seychelles International Airport, where the whole family is met and transferred to your family-friendly hotel on beautiful Mahe. The Seychelles is a wonderful, safe and fascinating family destination, and the beauty is immediately apparent. Spend the rest of the day settling in and relaxing after your journey, letting the children take a first swim in the warm, turquoise sea and build sandcastles on a beautiful beach such as Beau Vallon. This evening, dine on delicious Creole cuisine, and settle into the relaxed island rhythm. As the family settles in, the warmth and beauty of the Seychelles begin an unforgettable holiday. Rest well, ready to explore Mahe and meet giant tortoises tomorrow.
Today the family explores beautiful Mahe and meets giant tortoises. You visit charming Victoria and its botanical gardens, where children meet giant Aldabra tortoises, gentle giants they can often feed and touch, and see the colourful market and Creole architecture. You explore Mahe's beautiful beaches, from Beau Vallon to the stunning southern beaches, swimming, building sandcastles and playing amid the granite boulders. The tortoises and beaches delight all ages. As the day ends, you return to your hotel. This evening, dine on Creole cuisine and savour a beautiful sunset. Rest well, the children full of stories of giant tortoises, ready to snorkel vibrant reefs tomorrow.
Today the family enjoys snorkelling and beach fun on Mahe. The family snorkels together over vibrant coral reefs teeming with clouds of colourful fish and turtles, often in a marine park such as Sainte Anne (reached by a short boat trip) or off a beautiful beach, an easy, beautiful and thrilling underwater adventure children love. You relax on beautiful beaches, swimming, building sandcastles and exploring the granite boulders, and might take a glass-bottom boat trip. The reefs and beaches delight all ages. As the sun sets over the ocean, you savour the glorious colours together. This evening, dine on Creole cuisine. Rest well, the children full of stories of colourful fish and turtles, ready to journey to beautiful Praslin tomorrow.
Today the family journeys to beautiful Praslin and the ancient coco de mer forest. You take a scenic ferry or short flight to Praslin, an exciting journey for children, and settle into your family-friendly hotel. You wander the ancient, magical palm forest of the Vallee de Mai, home to the legendary coco de mer with its giant nut, a fascinating adventure like stepping into a prehistoric world, spotting rare black parrots. You relax on the stunning Anse Lazio, one of the best beaches on earth. The forest and beach are magical. As the day ends, you settle into your Praslin hotel. This evening, dine on Creole cuisine. Rest well on beautiful Praslin, ready for a magical boat excursion tomorrow.
Today the family enjoys a magical boat excursion to giant tortoises and vibrant reefs. You take a boat from Praslin to Curieuse Island, home to hundreds of free-roaming giant Aldabra tortoises, where the family walks amid these gentle giants and the island's mangroves and beautiful beaches, and snorkels over the vibrant coral of the St Pierre islet, teeming with colourful fish and turtles, with a barbecue lunch on a beautiful beach. The tortoises and reefs delight the whole family. As the day ends, you return to Praslin, the children full of stories. This evening, dine on Creole cuisine and savour a beautiful sunset. Rest well on beautiful Praslin, ready for a final day of beach and island fun tomorrow.
Today the family enjoys a relaxed, fun day on beautiful Praslin. The whole day is yours to enjoy the island, the children swimming and snorkelling over the vibrant reefs, building sandcastles on the stunning beaches, and playing amid the granite boulders, while parents relax in blissful serenity. You might take a boat trip, a nature walk, or return to a favourite beach such as Anse Lazio or Cote d'Or. It is the perfect relaxed, fun day for the whole family. As the sun sets over the ocean, you savour the glorious colours together. This evening, enjoy a final family dinner, savouring delicious Creole cuisine, reflecting on your beautiful island holiday. Rest well on beautiful Praslin, the whole family full of happy memories.
After a final, relaxed morning on beautiful Praslin, perhaps a last swim or snorkel, the family takes the ferry or flight back to Mahe and is transferred to the airport for your onward international departure. The family leaves deeply relaxed and full of happy memories, having enjoyed the beautiful islands of the Seychelles, meeting giant tortoises, snorkelling vibrant reefs, wandering the ancient coco de mer forest, taking island boat excursions, and relaxing on the world's most beautiful beaches. The memories stay vivid long after you land, the gentle giant tortoises, the colourful reefs and turtles, the ancient palm forest, and the beautiful beaches and granite boulders. The Seychelles offers a safe, beautiful and nature-rich family holiday in an island paradise, and you depart together, treasuring the shared memories, and already dreaming of a return to this enchanting paradise.
Where You Will Travel
What's inside the package?
Inclusions
- 6 nights accommodation on a bed-and-breakfast or half-board basis
- Airport and island transfers (ferries or inter-island flights as specified)
- Excursions and activities as per itinerary with local guides
- Services of local guides and hosts as per itinerary
- , inter-island transfers, a Mahe tortoise and beaches tour, a Vallee de Mai visit, a Curieuse and St Pierre boat excursion, and snorkelling
Exclusions
- International airfare
- Visa or tourist card fees where applicable
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Some meals if bed and breakfast (or upgrade to half board)
- Optional excursions and tips for guides and drivers
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions
- Drinks unless specifically stated
- Optional excursions and experiences
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
Know when to go.
- Visa & entry: The Seychelles requires no visa; all visitors receive a free Visitor's Permit on arrival (commonly up to 30 days, extendable) with a passport valid for the stay, a return ticket, confirmed accommodation and sufficient funds. Requirements can change, so we confirm the current details before travel
- Currency: The currency is the Seychellois Rupee (SCR); at hotels and resorts, euros, US dollars and cards are widely accepted, and larger establishments bill in euros. Carry some cash for local shops, markets, taxis and tips; ATMs are available on Mahe, Praslin and La Digue
- Best time to visit: The Seychelles is warm year-round; the calmest, clearest seas are around the changeover months of April to May and October to November. The north-west monsoon (December to March) is hotter and wetter; the south-east trades (May to September) are cooler, breezier and drier, with some seaweed on east-facing beaches
- Island transfers: The main islands, Mahe, Praslin and La Digue, are linked by fast Cat Cocos ferries and by short Air Seychelles inter-island flights; La Digue is reached by ferry from Praslin. Private-island resorts use dedicated boat or plane transfers. We arrange all inter-island transfers and time connections carefully
- Beaches, reefs & nature: The Seychelles has some of the most beautiful beaches and granite scenery on earth, and rich marine and island nature; use reef-safe sunscreen, respect the marine parks and nature reserves, do not touch coral or disturb wildlife (including nesting turtles and giant tortoises), and follow guides' advice for a responsible, rewarding visit
- Getting around: On La Digue, the main transport is by bicycle and ox-cart, adding to its charm; on Mahe and Praslin, taxis, buses and hire cars are available, and we arrange transfers and tours. The islands are relaxed and easy, with excellent Creole hospitality and a gentle, unhurried pace
- Health & safety: The Seychelles is a safe, welcoming destination with no malaria (though mosquito-borne dengue can occur, so use repellent). Standard precautions apply. The tropical sun is strong, so bring sun protection and stay hydrated, heed swimming and current advice, and take comprehensive travel insurance
- Culture & power: Seychellois Creole culture blends African, French, Indian and Chinese heritage; Creole, English and French are spoken, and hospitality is warm and relaxed. Dress is casual and beachwear at resorts, modest in Victoria and villages. Power is 230V with UK-style type G plugs, so bring an adapter
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Seychelles suitable for families with children?
Wonderfully so. The Seychelles is safe and beautiful, with warm, clear seas and marine parks ideal for children to swim and snorkel, giant tortoises children love to meet and feed, the fascinating coco de mer forest, island boat excursions, and the world's most beautiful beaches with granite boulders to explore, plus warm Creole hospitality and no malaria. The nature captivates children and adults alike. We choose family-friendly hotels and tailor the pace and activities to your children's ages, for a safe, beautiful and fascinating family holiday.
Which islands and hotels are best for families?
Mahe and Praslin are ideal for families, with family-friendly hotels and resorts, beautiful beaches, easy snorkelling, giant tortoises, the coco de mer forest, and boat excursions; La Digue can be added for its iconic beaches. Some resorts have kids' clubs and family villas. We choose family-friendly accommodation matched to your children's ages and your priorities, and can combine islands, tailoring transfers, board basis and excursions for a smooth, happy and nature-rich family holiday in the Seychelles.
What meals are included?
This depends on the board basis chosen (bed and breakfast, half board, full board or all-inclusive), which we tailor to you and each island or resort. Many island hotels offer half board, while private-island resorts are often full board or all-inclusive. Seychellois Creole cuisine is delicious, fresh fish and seafood, fragrant curries, tropical fruit and coconut, and we advise on the best board basis and dining, often leaving meals free to explore the islands' lovely Creole restaurants.
How do I travel between the islands?
The main islands, Mahe, Praslin and La Digue, are linked by fast, comfortable Cat Cocos ferries and by short, scenic Air Seychelles inter-island flights (Mahe-Praslin), with La Digue reached by a short ferry from Praslin; private-island resorts use dedicated boat or plane transfers. We arrange all inter-island transfers, whether ferry or flight, and time connections carefully, so island-hopping is smooth and easy.
Do I need a visa for the Seychelles?
No visa is required: all visitors receive a free Visitor's Permit on arrival, commonly for up to 30 days (extendable), with a valid passport, return ticket, confirmed accommodation and sufficient funds. It is one of the easiest destinations to enter. We confirm the current requirements before travel, so arrival is smooth and you can head straight to your island paradise.
Is the Seychelles good for non-divers?
Wonderfully so. Even snorkellers enjoy beautiful reefs, marine parks and clear waters, often straight off the beach, teeming with colourful fish and turtles, and there are giant tortoises, the coco de mer palm forest, world-famous beaches, island-hopping, sailing, nature reserves and blissful relaxation. Divers enjoy superb diving, but the Seychelles is magical for everyone, with the world's most beautiful beaches and granite scenery, rich nature and warm Creole charm.
When is the best time to visit?
The Seychelles is warm and beautiful year-round; the calmest, clearest seas for beaches, snorkelling and diving are around April-May and October-November. December-March is hotter and wetter; May-September is cooler, breezier and drier, with some seaweed on east-facing beaches (west and sheltered beaches stay lovely). We advise on the best timing and islands for your interests, whether beaches, diving, sailing or nature.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Absolutely. We can combine Mahe, Praslin, La Digue and the private islands in any way, from a single beautiful island to multi-island hopping, sailing cruises, honeymoon, family, diving or nature-focused journeys, and tailor the resorts, board basis, transfers and experiences to you. The Seychelles offers the world's most beautiful beaches, rich nature and warm Creole charm, and every holiday is tailored to create your ideal island paradise.
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