Seychelles is located in the Indian Ocean and is made up of 115 islands. It is near the east coast of Africa and Madagascar. Although there is still some instability regarding its politics, it is still a favorite tourist destination, and here are ten things you can do when you are in Seychelles.
1.) Go shopping
The most popular place where you can go shopping is Victoria, the capital of Seychelles. Here you can find souvenirs that you can take to your family as well as a large number of local products that are made from seashells. You can also buy locally made pearl jewelry here, as well as paintings and other forms of artwork.
2.) Taste the local cuisine
It really is a must for you to try some authentic Seychellois food. There are so many restaurants that offer Seychelles cuisine, which is heavily influenced by Creole cuisine. You will definitely love their fresh seafood dishes, especially the red snapper.
3.) Beware of a beer belly
Who couldn’t resist trying one of Seychelles’ own beer brands, like Seybrew beer? This is a must for any tourist as it is a perfect accompaniment while enjoying the warm nights on the beach. If you want rum, there’s also Takamara rum.
4.) Enjoy the nightlife
Since Seychelles is a famous tourist destination, you will always find bars and clubs here. However, they are mostly located where hotels are most plentiful, as this is where most tourists stay. You can also watch in its theaters and in its cinemas, or you can always enjoy an excellent dinner in its trendy bistros.
5.) Visit the beaches of Seychelles
The reason why tourists flock to Seychelles is its splendid beaches. You will also enjoy them as most of them are still undeveloped, and this is perfect for those who want to have a bit of privacy. Nothing can compare to the beauty of clear skies and blue waters when you relax on a Seychelles beach.
6.) Go to the Vallee De Mai
This is listed on the UNESCO world heritage site. This one is located on one of the Seychelles islands called Praslin. It boasts of housing the largest seed called coco de mer.
7.) Go Snorkeling and Scuba Diving
Seychelles offers the best snorkeling sites in the world. For those who enjoy snorkelling, then the Aldabra Atoll is a must-see as it is considered to be the largest coral in the world, which is said to be where the giant land tortoise used to live. Now, you will be able to see tiger sharks as well as large manta rays swimming in its depths.
8.) Go sailing or yachting
There are sailboats and yachts that can be rented. They will take you on a tour of the islands and take you from island to island. What better way to explore Seychelles than to see some of its islands, inhabited or not?
9.) Enjoy Land Sports
Water sports are not the only thing that Seychelles has to offer, as there are other land sports as well. Here you can enjoy good matches of tennis or golf, as well as badminton and squash. This is certainly a fun way to spend a day with your family or loved one.
10.) Go on a nature trip
In Seychelles, there are also great places where you can go hiking or biking, and there are many bike rentals for tourists to rent. If you don’t want to ride a bike, you can ride a horse and still see the wonderful scenery that Seychelles has to offer. There are also bird watching tours in Seychelles, especially Cousin Island where you can find a variety of birds.