Seychelles Travel Information Direct flights depart from London to Seychelles International Airport. Currency: Seychelles rupee Time difference: (GMT +3) Flight from UK: 10 hours 30 minsVisa: Not required Language: English, French, CreoleNational drink: Palm Wine National dish: Fruit bat soup The airport has bus services and taxis to the capital. Read Our Travel Magazine Travel Video
Travel Tips & Advice for the Seychelles Seychelles Activities With the sea so close by, it's hardly surprising that the majority of activities in the Seychelles revolve around the water. There are many boat charters to take you island hopping to explore some of the quieter, uninhabited locations teeming with wildlife. Fishing is always a popular day out and you will have guidance as you sail on the calm waters and try your luck with a rod. Several diving centres offer lessons for beginners or will hire out equipment for experienced divers. Seychelles Food & Drink The Seychelles has a unique cuisine fusing African, Chinese, Indian, French and English cooking. Spices take pride of place with hundreds of different options to choose from. If you love to try novel and unfamiliar foods then this is the place for you. The main ingredients are seafood and chillies and everything is extremely fresh. Vegetables and fruit such as pumpkin and green mangoes are staples of the cuisine. For drinks, palm wine is popular, as is bacca made from sugarcane liqueur. Seychelles Attractions With its mix of cultures, the Seychelles has a fascinating range of sites to visit. Nature reserves such as Ile Cocos Marine National Park open up the underwater worlds of coral reefs. Art galleries and historic architectural gems are there to be discovered as the rich island past comes to life. Kenwyn House, built in 1855, a prime example of colonial architecture from France, now houses an excellent selection of jewellery. Botanic gardens add to the islands' natural beauty.
Seychelles Constance Mahe and Praslin Twin CentreExperience the Seychelles' two biggest islands on this 10-night twin-centre holiday, taking in stunning scenery and breathtaking tropical beaches. 10 Nights View ItineraryEnquire Dubai & Seychelles Twin CentreExperience the razzle-dazzle of Dubai before unwinding on two pristine tropical islands in the Seychelles on this 11-night twin-centre holiday. 11 Nights View ItineraryEnquire 1