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Indian Ocean islands · Country guide

Seychelles

Granite boulders, white sand and giant tortoises: one of the most beautiful island groups anywhere.

Flag of Seychelles
Capital
Victoria
Region
Indian Ocean islands
Languages
Seychellois Creole, English and French
Currency
Seychelles rupee
Best time to visit
Apr to May, Oct to Nov

The Seychelles are 115 islands of postcard beaches and lush granite peaks. Hop between Mahé, Praslin and La Digue, walk the palm forest of Vallée de Mai and meet giant tortoises. The calm months between the monsoons, April to May and October to November, are best.

Did you know? The coco de mer palm, native only to Praslin and Curieuse, produces the heaviest seed in the plant kingdom.

Where to go in Seychelles

Known for

  • Anse Source d’Argent
  • Vallée de Mai
  • Giant tortoises
  • Island hopping

Our guides to Seychelles

  • Praslin and La Digue: Granite boulders, turquoise water and some of the most beautiful beaches anywhere.

Did you know?

The coco de mer palm, native only to Praslin and Curieuse, produces the heaviest seed in the plant kingdom.

Before you go

  • Visas: rules depend on your passport and change often. Check Seychelles’s official immigration website and see our visa guide.
  • Health: see a travel clinic about vaccines and malaria. Read our health guide.
  • Safety: read your government’s current travel advice for Seychelles.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the capital of Seychelles?

Victoria.

What currency does Seychelles use?

Seychelles rupee.

What languages are spoken in Seychelles?

Seychellois Creole, English and French.

When is the best time to visit Seychelles?

Apr to May, Oct to Nov.

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