Essential Seychelles island-hopping

Today we’d recommend walking down to the main street where you can hire a bicycle for a couple of days. This is the best way to get around the sleepy island and gives you complete independence to go where you want, and when. They come with baskets in the front so you can pack a picnic, snorkel, masks and fins, and explore as you please.

With clear waters and distinct granite boulders, Anse Source d'Argent is one of the most photographed beaches in the Seychelles. We’d suggest cycling here at least once during your stay on La Digue and snorkelling straight off the beach. Here you’ll be able to see a variety of vibrant fish, from butterflyfish to damselfish and even spotted eagle rays if you’re lucky.

Today you have another day on La Digue to relax or enjoy exploring more of the beaches. For the best sunsets we’d recommend Anse Severe or the picturesque Anse Cocos, surrounded by tropical vegetation, if you’d like to go off-the-beaten-track.

Today you’ll be met by your driver and taken back to the jetty for the short ferry ride over to the popular neighbouring island of Praslin. Here you'll be met by your driver and driven by private vehicle to your hotel where you will spend the next few days enjoying the activities and picturesque beaches that Praslin has to offer.

Tucked in at the end of Cote D’Or beach, your hotel is in a great location, situated on one of the longest beaches in the Seychelles. You may like to take a stroll down the quiet, sweep of soft white sand, explore the tropical gardens or make use of the water sports available from the hotel. Canoeing, pedalos, windsurfing and even a weekly sunset cruise are all on offer.

If you feel like getting out and about and exploring the island today we’d suggest heading out on the Glacis Noir walking trail, located within the Praslin National Park. This is a clearly marked trail that leads to a fire tower built on a hilltop overlooking the east coast of Praslin, with great views of La Digue and surrounding smaller islands.

A visit to Aride Island makes for a lovely day trip. Home to both greater and lesser frigate birds, it is also a breeding colony for more than a million seabirds including the lesser noddy, tropical shearwater and roseate tern.

Today you’ll be met by your driver and taken by private car to the jetty to catch the ferry to Mahé. Arriving at Inter Island Quay in Victoria, you’ll be met by a driver who will drive you to your boutique hotel on the northern tip of the island. Settling into Carana Beach Hotel, soak in the hillside views of the lagoon from your spacious balcony.

We'd recommend venturing to the capital Victoria during your stay on Mahé, easily accessed by the coastal road near to the hotel. The largest city in the Seychelles is surprisingly compact, with a Hindu temple, an old courthouse and a natural history museum to take a look at. After a morning of exploring, you may like to return to your secluded retreat at Carana Beach and grab a cocktail around the swimming pool, overlooking the ocean.

Today is your final full day to relax and enjoy the beauty of the Seychelles. Located on the northern west coast, Beau Vallon is a recommended beach nearby, known for its stunning scenery of palm trees, clear waters and coral reefs. Here, you’ll find a great spot for diving and snorkelling and ideal conditions for swimming in the sea. The bay also has several restaurants for a delicious last Seychellois Creole lunch of fresh fish or curry.

Your journey home begins today and your driver will meet you to take you to the airport in a private car for your international flight.

Arrive home today to complete your journey.