Seychelles

Gentle giants frequently seen during their annual migration through the archipelago.

Whale Shark

Often seen grazing on the inner island reefs; Seychelles is a global stronghold for this species.

Hawksbill Turtle

Majestic rays frequently seen gliding past the granitic drop-offs.

Eagle Ray

Commonly seen patrolling the deeper edges of the coral reefs and channels.

Grey Reef Shark

Diving in the Seychelles is a world-class experience, offering a unique combination of granitic inner islands and coralline outer atolls. The inner islands, which sit on a shallow plateau, feature dramatic underwater landscapes of massive granite boulders covered in soft corals and sponges, home to a vast array of tropical fish. These sites are famous for sightings of grey reef sharks, eagle rays, and a high density of octopus and green turtles. The outer islands, reaching as far as the Aldabra atoll, offer a more adventurous experience with vertical walls, high-energy channels, and the chance to encounter oceanic species like manta rays and sailfish. Seychelles is also one of the best places in the world for whale shark encounters, particularly during the plankton blooms of the late year. The nation's commitment to marine conservation is evident in its many protected areas, ensuring that the reefs remain vibrant and full of life. Whether you are exploring the coral gardens of Praslin or the dramatic canyons of Mahé, the Seychelles provides a breathtakingly beautiful and diverse underwater world.

A few liveaboards operate in the Seychelles, offering 7-10 day cruises that explore the inner islands or specialized expeditions to the remote outer atolls.

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles

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Aldabra Atoll is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the last truly wild places on Earth — the world's second-largest coral atoll with the planet's largest...

Aldabra Atoll

Alphonse and St. François Atolls represent the most accessible of Seychelles' outer island diving destinations, with Alphonse Island hosting a resort, airstrip,...

Alphonse & St. François Atolls

Astove Atoll is an extremely remote coral atoll in the southern Seychelles offering a single but extraordinary dive site: Astove Wall, a sheer vertical drop-off...

Astove Atoll

Conception and Thérèse Islands lie off the west coast of Mahé, offering some of the most dramatic and adventurous diving in the inner islands. These small uninh...

Conception & Thérèse Islands

Cosmoledo Atoll is one of the most remote and pristine coral atolls in the Indian Ocean, offering diving that ranks among the most extreme and rewarding experie...

Cosmoledo Atoll

Desroches Island and the Amirantes Group represent the gateway to Seychelles' outer islands, offering world-class diving within reach of resort accommodation an...

Desroches & Amirantes Group

Farquhar Atoll is the most exclusive and remote diving destination in the Seychelles, a massive coral atoll where large shark populations including bull sharks,...

Farquhar Atoll

La Digue, Seychelles' most picturesque island famous for granite boulder beaches, offers intimate diving in a car-free paradise accessible by bicycle. The islan...

La Digue & Félicité

The northwest coast of Mahé is the most accessible and popular diving region in Seychelles, centred around Beau Vallon Bay and stretching along the island's mos...

Mahé – Northwest

The south and west coast of Mahé offers more secluded diving away from the busy northwest, with dramatic wrecks, granite pinnacles, and protected marine park ba...

Mahé – South & West

Praslin, Seychelles' second-largest island, offers excellent diving in a more relaxed setting than Mahé with warm waters, healthy coral banks, and the unique ad...

Praslin & Curieuse

The Sainte Anne Marine National Park is Seychelles' oldest and most celebrated marine protected area, encompassing six islands in a sheltered bay just 15 minute...

Sainte Anne Marine Park

Silhouette Island, the third-largest granitic island in Seychelles, is a biodiversity hotspot with dramatic mountainous terrain rising to 751 metres at Mont Dau...

Silhouette Island

Aldabra Wall

Alphonse Atoll

Amirantes Bank

Anse Gaulettes

Anse Sévère

Astove Wall

Ave Maria

Bay Ternay Marine Park

Beau Vallon Bay

Booby Island

Cerf Island

Conception Island

Coral Garden (Praslin)

Curieuse Channel

Desroches Island

Ennerdale Wreck

Farquhar Channel

Félicité Island

Grande Sœur & Petite Sœur

Hammerhead Point

Jailhouse Rock

Marianne Rock

Middle Pass

Moyenne Island

Round Island

Saint Pierre Islet

Sainte Anne Island

Shark Bank

Silhouette Marine Park

Souris Island

St. François Atoll

Sunset Rocks

The Aquarium

The Boulders (Praslin)

The Canyon

The Cathedral

The Point (La Digue)

The Wrecks (L'Épave)

Thérèse Island

Trompeuse Rocks

Twin Barges

West Island Lagoons

White Bank

Travel between the main islands is via domestic flights (Air Seychelles) or high-speed ferries. On Mahé and Praslin, there is a good public bus system and taxis. Bicycles are the primary mode of transport on La Digue.

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