This archipelago of 115 islands and just over 100,600 Seychellois in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Africa (some 1,314 miles east of Kenya) was a British colony from 1794 to 1976 – having been uninhabited before it was first settled by the French beginning in 1770 – and while a bit remote but treasured especially by nature lovers and honeymooners for its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, lush tropical forests, and spectacular marine life. Both English and Fre
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Seychelles has establishes itself as an extremely popular tourist destination thanks to several assets. Its beaches are among the most beautiful in the world, the island is in a great location where it benefits from a superb weather all year long, and it is the perfect place for honeymoons due to its utterly relaxing lifestyle and the romantic places it harbors. Seychelles has been exclusively covered as top destination by media from several countries and is particularly favored by couples for w
April-May and October-November are the calm periods in terms of winds and when the water temperature can rise to 29ºC with a visibility of up to 30 metres.
In December -January, the north-west winds blow with relatively the same conditions as in the calm periods, however a greater surface movement and some localised turbidity can be experienced.
From May-September the south-easterly winds blow leading to a decrease in visibility and water temperature to around 25°C.
What types of dives are av
The Weather of the Seychelles is relatively stable year round and The Seychelles islands do not experience weather extremes. Many people ask me when is it Winter in the Seychelles- my answer never!!
The Seychelles does not experience radical temperature changes. The temperature in the Seychelles rarely will go below 24°C or rises above 32°C providing for a warm climate all year round. Does it not sound wonderful when you are sitting in the cold dull dark winters!!
Seychelles however does experienc
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Chalets d' Anse Forbans is located just a step away from the beach of Anse Forbans which is located in a remote bay on the South East Coast of Mahé Island Seychelles. The beach and bay is known as a hawksbill turtle nesting beach but this Seychelles beach has a Exotic Underwater World to share as well.
Snorkeling is a must when on holiday with us at Chalets d' Anse Forbans.Anse Forbans beach offers the opportunity of
Are you an avid golfer and pride yourself in playing different golf courses around the world? Most would associate the Seychelles with tropical beaches and a haven for honeymooners, a playground for the rich and famous! Perhaps so, but visiting and exploring the Seychelles is affordable and yes it is a golfer’s paradise. They may not be blessed with quantity of courses but the quality and experience of playing here is a lasting memory.
Le Reef Golf Club (or Seychelles Golf Cl
We where concerned for the safety of the nest and contacted the Marine Conservation Society of the Seychelles for advice.
The Marine Conservation Society of Seychelles arrived and after a short discussion it was decided the best thing to do is to move the nest to a safe spot - it was decided that betwe
Silhouette Cruises has announced it will recommence its expeditions to the Seychelles atoll of Aldabra in 2011. Aldabra is the world second largest coral atoll in the world and is virtually untouched by humans. The Atoll is a located in the Western Indian Ocean and is approximately 1150km south west of Victoria Mahé and 420km North of Madagascar.The Aldabra Atoll is one of 2 of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Seychelles.
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Aldabra is home to the world's largest popula
The Seychelles International Airport officially opened on the 20th March 1972 with the official ceremony being carried out by her Majesty Queen Elisabeth II. However, interesting to note well before this on the 17th June 1939 a flying boat called GUBA 11 has flown to the Seychelles under its own steam.
The Seychelles International Airport continued to grow and more aircraft's landed on the island of Mahe to discover the Seychelles. On the 4t
