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Days 1-3 Arrival Mahé, Seychelles • Praslin
Arrive on Mahé this morning and connect to your scheduled flight to Praslin. On arrival you are met and transferred to your beach resort. You have three days at leisure to enjoy the amenities of your resort or go on an optional tour to explore the island, which is famous for the Coco de Mer, Vanilla Orchids, endemic lizards, and the black parrot. Praslin, though small is the second largest island in the Seychelles and more than warrants exploration. Visiting the Vallée de Mai, a unique botanical paradise, where the famous Coco de Mer palm tree grows is simply a must. Anse Lazio, which is probably one of the prettiest bays, boasting crystal clear waters, is another must on your itinerary. The island's attractions can be easily accessed by car or on optional tours arranged through the hotel’s concierge.
Palm Beach (GH) Acajou Hotel (S) Lémuria Resort (F) BD
The Palm Beach Hotel
This small hotel is situated on the south-west coast of Praslin surrounded by lush vegetation and fringed by the warm waters of a calm lagoon, famous for its fly-fishing. There are 13 tastefully decorated and spacious rooms with private balcony, all ocean-facing. The well-appointed rooms have air-conditioning, en-suite bathroom, ceiling fan, IDD telephone with internet access, satellite TV, mini-bar and room safe. The 4 ground-floor rooms offer direct access to the swimming pool and beach and are ideal for persons who are unable to climb the stairs. The 3 second-floor rooms are ideally suited for honeymooners. Excellent Creole and international cuisine is served in the main restaurant and in the bar overlooking the sea. Guests can enjoy our sea kayaks, table tennis, billiards and darts.
Acajou Hotel
Built entirely of mahogany, Acajou seeks to introduce a new concept of living in the midst of nature on the Côte d’Or beach which stretches along the island’s northern coast. The hotel’s 24 standard and 4 superior rooms form two sea-facing wings on the ground and first floor which cradle the swimming pool and garden. The 4 deluxe rooms have a breathtaking view of the ocean and are the closest to the beach. Facilities include a lounge bar and a main restaurant overlooking the lush garden and beach and offering delicious Creole and international cuisine. This charming hotel is within walking distance of a prestigious casino and a mere 5-minute drive from the jetty at Baie Ste. Anne.
Lémuria Resort, a 5 star luxury hotel occupies a site of legendary beauty, blending in with the luxuriant vegetation of the island, amidst 150 hectares of scenic palm groves. In front of the hotel is the white sandy beach of Anse Kerlan where turtles still lay their eggs in tranquility. 88 Junior Suites and 8 Senior Suites with palm leaf roofs have been built with natural raw materials such as wood, marble and stone along with 8 two-bedroom villas with private swimming pool, and a Presidential Suite.
Days 4-6 Praslin • La Digue
After breakfast you are transferred to the Praslin jetty for the ferry to La Digue. The island is famous for its Creole architecture, wide deserted beaches, smooth boulders, rare black paradise flycatcher and the famous Source d’Argent beach, a photographer’s dream. A tour of the island via oxcart or bicycle is the best way to tour this tranquil and charming island. La Digue can be visited as a day excursion, but the island's rare calm and friendliness of its people are too precious to be passed by in haste.
L’Union Estate Beach Chalets (GH) La Digue Island Lodge (S) or Le Domaine de l’Orangeraie’ (F) BD
L’Union Estate Beach Chalets
These private and secluded chalets situated right in the heart of L’Union Estate have hosted some famous names, including British Prime Minister Tony Blair and his family. Offering complete privacy and overlooking a secluded beach, these 4 chalets have spacious living rooms and 2 double rooms with ensuite bathrooms with an equipped kitchen area for self-catering. Alternatively, guests can prepare their own meals or make use of the restaurant at the neighboring La Digue Island Lodge.
La Digue Island Lodge, located at Anse Reunion Beach is surrounded by a peaceful and exotic tropical garden, and ideal for families. The property offers a swimming pool with swim-up bar, games room, water sports, 2 boutiques and diving center, fishing and boat excursions. Comprised of 60 rooms in different styles from junior suites to A- frame cottages or rondavel chalets offer the best accommodation on the Island.
Le Domaine de l’Orangeraie’ is nestled between granite boulders, white sandy beaches and a beautiful coral reef on La Digue, the 10 bungalows of ‘Le Domaine de l’Orangeraie’ with its wooden tropical “Zen” design reflects the spirit of the local architecture with the promise of an authentic island experience. Each bungalow is beautifully decorated and occupies 2 floors, a fully equipped kitchen, lounge area, private terrace, spacious bedroom with en-suite bathroom and balcony.
Days 7-9 La Digue • Praslin • Mahé
Take the ferry back to Praslin where you are transferred to the airport for your short flight back to Mahé.
On arrival you are transferred to the beach resort of your choice. In many ways Mahé is the most spectacular island; its huge mountains and lush tropical vegetation provide an inspiring sight. There are over 75 beaches scattered around the island and often you will find that you are the only people present. Mahé has lots of nature walks and trails amongst the Morne Seychellois National Park. Possible excursions include Mahe’s markets; the 100 year old Botanical Gardens (with giant land tortoises, coco-de-mer and orchids); the capital, Victoria, with its famous clock tower; the National Museum dedicated to island history, folklore and music; graceful colonial mansions and old plantations. Villa Chez Batista (GH) Sunset Beach (S) Hilton Northolme (F) BD
Le Relax
Le Relax Hotel & Restaurant, located in the south of Mahé is spectacularly situated on a hillside overlooking the bay of Anse Royale and its tiny island of Ile Souris. Close to Fairyland beach, renowned for its excellent snorkeling, Le Relax is also within walking distance of the scenic strand of Anse Royale. The hotel offers 5 sea-facing deluxe rooms and 4 superior rooms and 1 day room, each with air-conditioning and tastefully furnished to create an authentic Creole ambience. The hotel restaurant proposes delicious Indo-Seychellois dishes as well as an array of mouth-watering snacks and beverages.
Coral Strand
Nestling in a prime beachside location in Beau Vallon Bay, the Coral Strand Hotel is situated 15kms from the international airport and only 5kms from the capital, Victoria. Accommodation consists of 130 rooms, of which 110 are double standard, 20 family and 10 superior duplex. Each room is air-conditioned and equipped with all modern facilities. The hotel features a main restaurant, a bistro for snacks, a specialty Indian restaurant as well as a beach bar. A PADI diving centre is available as well as motorized and non-motorized water sports facilities, the hotel also features massages and a boutique. Additionally you can discover the stars at our rooftop observatory founded in cooperation with the Laupheim observatory. A regular program of evening entertainment includes local bands and complements a friendly, informal atmosphere.
Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa
Enjoy the comforts of this 5 star resort, a secluded hideaway along Beau Vallon Bay with spectacular views of the Indian Ocean, nearby Silhouette and North Island, and magnificent sunsets! With 40 luxurious Villas nestled along small beach coves and on the hillside, the Hilltop Restaurant with its panoramic view, Ocean View Bar, Les Cocotiers Restaurant for fine dining under the stars, the Duniye Spa for relaxing treatments, a swim in the infinity pool, and much more. Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa retains its old world Seychellois friendliness and charm, enhanced by its excellent service and casual elegance.
Day 10 Depart
After a leisurely breakfast you are transferred to the Mahé Airport for your onward arrangements. B
Price Includes
Accommodation with private facilities
Transfers as noted
Meals as noted (B-bkfst, L-lunch, D-dinner)
Services of our in-country supplier
Price Excludes
International airfare and taxes
Internal flights and ferry service are priced separate
Tips, porterage, beverages, items of personal nature such as laundry, travel insurance phone, fax etc.
Fees for passport, visas
Airport departure taxes
Any other item not mentioned in the itinerary
NOTES:
• Extra nights are available – call for details.
• We may have to reroute the itinerary or accommodate in similar lodges in case of non-availability.
• In order to qualify for the low season rates, tour must start and finish within the specified dates. If the program starts in low season and ends in high season, we will prorate the cost accordingly.
• This is just a sample itinerary – we have a large variety of hotels, guesthouses and exclusive resorts to offer.
• Due to aircraft size, passengers are allowed 10kg (22 lbs) baggage allowance per person.
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