Beach areas & islands to visit in Seychelles
Click below to read more detailed information, where you can stay, and holiday ideas visiting each area.
Bird Island
1 places to stay
The Seychelles northernmost island, Bird Island, is fringed by sandy beaches and turquoise seas. However, the primary reason to stay here is the bird life, which is simply astounding.
Denis Island
1 places to stay
Denis Island is a relaxed island retreat with lovely cottages and villas. It edges are dotted with beautiful beaches, and beyond them coral reefs – with excellent scuba diving and snorkelling.
Desroches Island
1 places to stay
Desroches Island is a smart private island with some beautiful accommodation. It's fringed by stunning beaches, and beyond them coral reefs – with excellent snorkelling and diving.
Fregate Island
1 places to stay
Fregate Island is one the larger private islands in the Seychelles. Come for beautiful beaches and top-class service and food as well as interesting forests and great coral reefs.
La Digue Island
1 places to stay
The fourth-largest inhabited island of Seychelles, La Digue's population of just over 2,000 people enjoy a decidedly unhurried existence. A trip here is like stepping back in time.
Mahe Island
2 places to stay
Mahé is the largest island in Seychelles. Dense cloud forest covers large parts of the mountainous interior while the coastline is strung with sweeping sandy beaches and picture-perfect coves.
North Island
1 places to stay
North Island is the most exclusive island in the Seychelles – and one of the world's top island hideaways; expect stunning private beaches, serious luxury and excellent service.
Praslin Island
3 places to stay
Although it is Seychelles' second largest island, Praslin is still small. It occupies just 38 km² and has around 6,500 residents; it also has a more laid-back vibe than nearby Mahé and a stunning coastline.
Our top beach holidays in Seychelles
Here are 7 great Seychelles holidays to inspire you.
Boxfish Island Holiday
8 days • 2 locations
MAHÉ AIRPORT TO MAHÉ AIRPORT
Discover Mahé and Praslin islands on this slightly offbeat and excellent-value Seychelles trip combining green mountains, local culture and time on the beach.
US$2,510 - US$3,320 per person
Fairy Tern Island Holiday
7 days • 1 locations
MAHÉ AIRPORT TO MAHÉ AIRPORT
For nature lovers and birders, the aptly named Bird Island is a miniature paradise, the home, breeding ground and migration stop off for hundreds of species and countless thousands of individuals.
US$2,680 - US$2,810 per person
Squirrelfish island holiday
6 days • 2 locations
MAHÉ AIRPORT TO MAHÉ AIRPORT
Combine laid-back La Digue and a hidden corner of Mahé Island, staying in two very luxurious hotels with the option to simply do nothing or explore these stunning islands.
US$2,430 - US$2,860 per person
Damselfish island holiday
5 days • 1 locations
MAHÉ AIRPORT TO MAHÉ AIRPORT
Laid-back luxury on the private Denis Island. Surrounded by protected waters with commendable focus on sustainability, this is perfect spot to disconnect from the world after a safari.
US$3,930 - US$5,190 per person
Triggerfish island holiday
4 days • 1 locations
MAHÉ AIRPORT TO MAHÉ AIRPORT
Desroches is beautifully rugged and remote island atoll with stunning villas, slick Four Seasons service and exciting array of adventures above and below the waves.
US$3,330 - US$6,600 per person
Hawkfish Island holiday
4 days • 1 locations
MAHÉ AIRPORT TO MAHÉ AIRPORT
Frégate is an idyllic private island skirted by white sand and coral reefs that’s home to just 17 villas and incredible wildlife. The perfect mix of romance, indulgence, adventure and conservation.
US$12,710 - US$20,080 per person
Dragonfish Island Holiday
4 days • 1 locations
MAHÉ AIRPORT TO MAHÉ AIRPORT
Indulge yourself at one of the most exclusive retreats in the world. Fabulously luxurious yet incredibly laidback, there’s nowhere quite like North Island.
US$18,520 - US$25,910 per person
Seychelles holiday styles & special interests
From family adventures to romantic breaks, find ideas here for your perfect Seychelles beach holiday
