Just outside of Victoria, in the national park, I found dragonblood trees and a triple canopy mistforest on the spectacular mountains in the center of the island. Bird Island offers the serious birdwatcher a chance to see millions of sooty terns nest along with a dozen other species of seabirds. The airport is served by several major airlines, including British Airways, Air France, Air Seychelles and Kenya Airways. The smaller islands can be covered by foot in just a few hours. On Mahe or Praslin, one day should be spent exploring the interior forests.
Hotels range from beachside, thatched huts to colonial-era homes on grand estates.
Except for a few romantic, gourmet restaurants on Mahe Island, most tourists eat at hotels, which is a shame because there is fantastic Creole food to be found in open-air establishments. We welcome your feedback. All rights reserved.