Praslin Island

Praslin is a 45-minute ferry ride from Mahé and is widely regarded as the most beautiful island in the archipelago. The UNESCO-listed Vallée de Mai is the primary draw — a primeval palm forest where the extraordinary coco de mer palm, unique to Praslin and Curieuse, grows wild alongside six other endemic palm species and the critically endangered Seychelles black parrot. Anse Lazio, on the north-western tip, consistently ranks among the world's finest beaches: a sweeping arc of white sand between two granite headlands, with clear water perfect for snorkelling. The island has a good selection of luxury and boutique hotels and provides an excellent base for day trips to nearby Curieuse and Cousin Islands.

Activities & Experiences

Snorkelling at Anse Source d'Argent

Slip into the warm, gin-clear shallows of Anse Source d'Argent on La Digue and explore the vibrant coral gardens nestled between the famous pink granite boulders, home to hawksbill turtles, colourful reef fish, and starfish.

From USD 25

Whale Shark Diving & Snorkelling

Join a guided boat excursion to swim alongside the ocean's largest fish in the Seychelles' warm outer waters — whale sharks visit regularly October to January, offering an awe-inspiring, bucket-list ocean encounter.

From USD 185

Island Hopping Tour

Explore multiple islands in a single trip — visiting the bird sanctuary of Cousin Island, the tortoise colony on Curieuse, and the exceptional coral gardens of St Pierre islet — on a guided day tour departing from Praslin.

From USD 140

Giant Tortoise Encounter

Meet the magnificent Aldabra giant tortoise — one of the world's longest-lived animals — at Bird Island, Curieuse, or l'Union Estate on La Digue, where over 300 of these gentle giants roam freely and can be fed and photographed up close.

From USD 40

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