5 Activities To Do When in Seychelles

You may think of the Seychelles as a tropical, luxury honeymoon destination and it is but it’s also so much more than that! Read on to discover the top 5 things to see and do in the Seychelles.

* Port Glaud Waterfall

Port Glaud is home to one of the best snorkelling sites in the Seychelles, but what you won’t see from the road is the waterfall. Park near the church and you’ll usually be offered a guided walk up there. While the journey itself isn’t difficult, it’s not so easy to find once you reach the jungle, so accepting the guide’s offer in exchange for a small tip is a good idea! When you reach the waterfall, you’ll be rewarded with a stunning view and cool water to swim in. The waterfall pool is surrounded by large granitic boulders, which are a great place to stop and take a rest, have a picnic or just take in the great view.

* Takamaka Rum Distillery

When you think of the island life, a good rum is probably not too far from your thoughts! Seychelles has its very own, and a trip to the distillery is well worth your time. Set in an idyllic old plantation-style house, a wander round the grounds alone is well worth a visit. But no one goes to a distillery just for the nice views; there’s a tour of the distillery, which, of course, comes with a tasting session. For an extra reason to visit, the restaurant is without doubt one of the best in the Seychelles, featuring some fantastic rum-inspired dishes and cocktails. Rum not your drink? No problem; there’s still plenty more on offer. With a wonderful history and exquisite food and drink, there really is something for everyone.

* Zip Lining and Rock Climbing

Want to up the pace of your island visit? Then a trip to the zip lines and rock climbing facilities at the five-star Constance Ephelia resort should be high on your agenda. Set in and above the forest canopy, you’re sure to see some amazing views and get an adrenaline rush at the same time!

* Vallée de Mai

A visit to the Vallée de Mai makes it easy to see why Praslin was originally thought to be the real garden of Eden. A pristine natural rainforest and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it really is one not to miss. The Vallée de Mai is famous for the Coco De Mer, the world’s largest nut. Once thought to have grown in an underwater forest (hence the name), their old botanical moniker is Lodoicea callipyge, with the callipyge being Greek for ‘beautiful rump’. That sums up their appearance perfectly! The Vallée de Mai is also home to the Black Parrot and many other indigenous species.

* Anse Lazio

Frequently appearing in lists of top beaches in the world, there’s something magical about this beach. While it’s undoubtedly one of the most popular locations on tourists’ itineraries, this beach never feels overcrowded or spoiled.When you arrive at the beach, head to the left, and you can find the tiny ‘honesty bar’. There’s also the fantastic restaurant Bonbon Plume, which serves great creole food, the octopus curry being a must-try.