Seychelles: Praslin, La Digue and Mahe

Land at Seychelles International Airport on Mahe. After baggage collection, board a scenic ferry to Praslin Island. Check into your hotel upon arrival. The remainder of the day is free to relax and stroll along a nearby beach for the evening sunset. Overnight on Praslin.

Start early to witness sunrise among the granite boulders of Anse Lazio, followed by optional fresh seafood by the shore. Head next to the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Coco de Mer palms and endemic birds including the Black Parrot. Continue to Fond Ferdinand Nature Reserve to see more palms and hike up a trail for panoramic views of Praslin and neighbouring islands. Conclude the day with sunset at Cote d'Or Beach. Breakfast is included. Overnight on Praslin.

Board a short ferry to La Digue Island. Rent a bicycle upon arrival and pedal along quiet lanes bordered by greenery. Cycle to Grand Anse to view its dramatic surf, then visit Anse Source d'Argent to see its famous granite boulders and white sand. Stop by the Veuve Nature Reserve, an inland sanctuary dedicated to the rare Seychelles Paradise Flycatcher. In the late afternoon, take the ferry back to Praslin. Breakfast is included. Overnight on Praslin.

Spend the morning enjoying Praslin's coastal waters, with optional diving or snorkelling available at extra cost among coral reefs and marine life. Afterwards, board the ferry back to Mahe and check into your hotel. Spend the rest of your day settling in and discovering the island's lively atmosphere. Breakfast is included. Overnight on Mahe.

Head to Beau Vallon Beach this morning to swim or relax along the bay. Enjoy an optional Creole buffet lunch at a beachfront restaurant to sample island curries and seafood. In the afternoon, visit Victoria Market to explore the covered bazaar of spices and tropical fruits. Stop by the colourful Hindu Temple in town. In the evening, explore Mahe's local nightlife at your own pace. Breakfast is included. Overnight on Mahe.

Visit the Seychelles National Botanical Gardens on the outskirts of Victoria to observe endemic flora and resident Aldabra giant tortoises. Later, stop by the Victoria Clock Tower, known locally as Lorloz, an island landmark modelled on London's Little Ben. Spend the afternoon at leisure wandering through Victoria's art galleries and cafes. Breakfast is included. Overnight on Mahe.

Enjoy breakfast before preparing for departure. If your flight departure time permits, you can take a taxi to Eden Island for a meal overlooking the marina. Transfer to Seychelles International Airport on Mahe to board your flight home.