Seychelles — the Indian Ocean at its purest

The Seychelles can be visited year-round, but conditions vary depending on the season and the island.
The calmer transition months — particularly April and October — are among the best times to visit, with lighter winds, warm seas and excellent conditions for swimming, snorkelling and diving.
From May to September, the southeast trade winds bring breezier conditions and rougher seas to some exposed beaches, while many north- and west-facing shores remain more sheltered. From November to March, conditions are warmer and more humid, with occasional tropical showers. For Christmas and New Year, demand is especially high, so the most exclusive resorts should be booked well in advance.

For a complete Seychelles experience, we recommend around 6–10 nights.
A stay of 5–6 nights works well if you want to focus on one or two islands, while a longer journey allows you to combine Mahé, Praslin, La Digue or one of the more remote private islands at a relaxed pace. If the Seychelles are the beach extension to an African safari, 5–7 nights is usually ideal.

It depends entirely on the kind of journey you want. Mahé offers the greatest variety, with beaches, mountain landscapes and the easiest international access. Praslin is known for Vallée de Mai, beautiful beaches and a more relaxed pace, while La Digue is ideal for travellers drawn to iconic granite scenery and a slower island atmosphere.
For greater privacy, islands such as Desroches, Alphonse, North Island and Frégate offer exceptional seclusion and a much more private experience. At Siente Africa, we combine islands according to your travel style, available time and preferred level of privacy.

The coco de mer (Lodoicea maldivica) is a palm found naturally only in the Seychelles, particularly on Praslin and Curieuse. It produces the largest seed in the plant kingdom, with some nuts weighing more than 20 kilograms. For centuries, coco de mer nuts washed ashore across the Indian Ocean, leading to myths that they grew beneath the sea. Today, the Vallée de Mai on Praslin — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — is one of the best places to see these remarkable palms growing in the wild.

If you are looking for complete privacy, exceptional service and the feeling of having an entire stretch of the Indian Ocean almost to yourself, a private island can be extraordinary.
Properties such as North Island and Frégate offer a very small number of villas, creating a level of seclusion that is difficult to replicate at a conventional resort. For a first trip to the Seychelles, we often recommend combining experiences — perhaps a few nights on Praslin or La Digue, followed by several nights on a private island. It gives you both variety and a deeper sense of escape.

Absolutely. It is one of the most natural safari-and-beach combinations in the Indian Ocean.
Kenya and Tanzania connect particularly well, making it easy to follow a safari with a few days in the Seychelles. A typical journey might include 8–10 nights on safari followed by 5–6 nights in the Seychelles. The contrast is what makes it so compelling: early-morning game drives in the savannah followed by warm turquoise water, white sand and complete stillness.

The Seychelles does not generally require visitors to obtain a traditional visa in advance. Entry is subject to the country’s current travel-authorisation and immigration requirements, which can vary depending on nationality and travel circumstances. Travellers are typically required to provide details such as confirmed accommodation, onward or return travel and sufficient funds for their stay. As part of your journey planning, Siente Africa will confirm the latest entry requirements for your passport before you travel.