Things to do in Praslin Island

Start with pickup from your accommodation in Praslin and relax on a comfortable transfer to the Grand Anse Main Beach. Check-in and enjoy a short safety briefing provided by your program organizer. Hop aboard a comfortable boat and feel the salty air on your face as you glide across the west coast of the island. Stop for a refreshing dip at the secluded, white-sand beach of Anse Georgette. Head to the uninhabited island of St. Pierre for two snorkeling stops. Swim over colorful coral formations as tropical fish flitter around you. Have the chance to spot parrotfish, surgeonfish, and clownfish (Nemo). Next, continue to Curieuse island where hundreds of giant tortoises roam free in unspoiled wilderness. Sit down to BBQ lunch that features fresh products that have been procured from the islands. Sip soft drinks along with your meal before setting off on a hike through a mangrove forest to an idyllic beach where you can cool off with a swim. Start your return journey, where your guide points out some points of interest and provides you with some facinating local history. Transfer back to your accommodation by car once you arrive back at the Grand Anse Main Beach.

Curieuse & St Pierre Group Tour Departure from Praslin Island | Guided Tour + Creole BBQ + Snorkeling ❗ Island Entrance Fee Not Included: €20 per person (payable on-site) Full-Day Itinerary 08:00 – 08:55 AM | Hotel Pick-Up (Praslin Only) Start your day with a smooth van transfer from your Praslin hotel to Côte d'Or Beach. Our friendly driver will pick you up directly from your hotel reception. 09:15AM | ⛵ Boat Departure to Curieuse Island Step aboard for a scenic 15-minute cruise across turquoise waters. Feel the breeze and enjoy the incredible island views! ️ 09:30 AM | Stop 1: Doctor’s House Museum (Anse José) Begin your visit at the historic colonial Doctor’s House, now a museum showcasing Curieuse's leprosy past. Wander through Coco de Mer palm forests and coastal vegetation. 11:00 AM | Guided Nature Trail through Mangroves Join your guide on a scenic boardwalk hike through Curieuse’s protected mangrove forest. Spot native birds, crabs, and learn about the island’s biodiversity. 12:30 PM | Stop 2: Aldabra Tortoise Sanctuary + Creole BBQ Arrive at the opposite side of the island (Anse Laraie) where giant tortoises roam freely. Great photo opportunities with these gentle giants. Then, enjoy an authentic Creole BBQ right on the beach: Grilled fish, chicken, sausages Creole rice, salads, lentils, chutneys Fresh fruit platter 2 beers/adult, water & soft drinks included Relax under palm trees with ocean views as your backdrop. 2:00 PM | Stop 3: St Pierre Islet – Snorkeling Paradise Cruise to St Pierre, a small granite islet surrounded by clear waters and coral reefs. Enjoy 1 hour of snorkeling with provided gear. Spot tropical fish, colorful corals, turtles & eagle rays. Beginners welcome – assistance available! ⛵ 3:15 PM | Return Cruise to Praslin Relax as we cruise back to the mainland, soaking in the final views of this island paradise. 3:30 PM | Hotel Drop-Off Your driver will return you to your hotel with unforgettable memories and vibrant photos. ✅ Included ✔️ Hotel & boat transfers (Praslin) ✔️ Guided island tour (Doctor’s House + nature trail) ✔️ BBQ lunch with drinks ✔️ Snorkeling gear + guided snorkel ✔️ Visit to tortoise sanctuary ❌ Not Included ⛔ Island Tax (€20 per person) ❌ Personal expenses, tips ⚠️ Sea Conditions Notice From June to September, Seychelles experiences southeast monsoon winds, which may cause rougher seas. In such cases, snorkeling may be moved to Anse Petite Cours—a calm bay ideal for marine viewing and guest safety. What to Bring Reef-safe sunscreen | ️ Hat | Swimwear | ️ Towel | Camera | Sandals ✨ Discover wild beauty, Creole culture, and marine magic—book now for a truly Seychellois adventure!

Start your day off with bus pickup from your hotel and a convenient transfer to the boat launch point. After a meet and greet by the crew, set off on your adventure. First, stop for a 45-minute to 1-hour snorkeling break at one of the chosen locations (dependent on weather and sea conditions). Discover marine life and the colorful underwater world. Climb back on the boat and head over to a beach on Curieuse Island with some time to relax on the beach. Continue the experience with a 1hr guided tour on the island via a nature trail where our guys will explain all that your eyes will be experiencing. Journey over to the other side of the island, where you can sit down to enjoy a Creole BBQ and a local beer. Gaze in awe as giant tortoises roam around you. The crew will also assist you with purchasing the marine park entry ticket. Depart Curieuse Island and head over to St. Pierre or other reefs depending on the weather, where you can take photographs. Finish the tour at Anse La Farine for a final snorkeling stop, or if the sea condition doesnt permit, we go to Anse Georgette & Lazio Beach. End your day with a trademark Takamaka rum cocktail as you slowly cruise back to Praslin Island. Return to the dock and enjoy a convenient return transfer back to your hotel.

Location: Guests will be picked up from any location on Praslin Island (10-45 minutes before departure). Embarkation: 09.00AM-09.15AM AM at Anse Possession Upon arrival, our friendly staff will welcome you onboard with a safety briefing before departure. Cruising to Curieuse Island (25 knots cruising speed) Arrival at Curieuse Island: 09.40 AM Step into a world straight out of a fairy tale as you encounter the famous giant tortoises at the Ranger’s Station in Laraie Bay. Curieuse Island is home to the second-largest population of these gentle giants in Seychelles. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Guided one-hour nature hike exploring: Lush mangrove ecosystems , Pristine beaches & crystal-clear waters ️️, Towering Coco de Mer trees Exotic birds, colorful crabs, and diverse wildlife photo shooting, viewpoint, The famous giant tortoises roaming freely ️ Optional BBQ Lunch & Snack Flexibility Time: 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM Optional BBQ Lunch: Guests can enjoy a delicious BBQ meal on the beach for an additional €20 per person. Self-Catering Option: Guests are also welcome to bring their own snacks and refreshments for a personalized experience. St. Pierre Marine Park – Snorkeling & Relaxation Departure from Curieuse: 1:30 PM At 02.00pm we will visit St Pierre Marine Park the ideal place where you can snorkel amidst vibrant coral reefs and exotic marine life, bask in the warm sun on the powdery white sand, and lose yourself in the crystal-clear turquoise waters. The island is only accessible by boat and offers stunning views of the turquoise Indian Ocean. Snorkeling equipment is provided on board and Guests will snorkel for one hour.

Our chauffeur will pick up from your accommodation on Mahe at around 0600am – 0630am depending on your location. Please be advised our free shuttle operates only in the North West of Mahe Island. This includes: Belombre, Beau Vallon, Glacis areas. Hotels on Eden Island and L'Escale Resort only. If you are located in other areas you will be required to pay an additional private two way transportation fee. Depart the marine charter in Victoria and sail to Praslin at 0730am. Arrive at the Praslin Jetty at 0845am. A shared shuttle bus will welcome everyone and transfer you to the Valle de Mai. Have a short OUTSIDE visit of the Vallee De Mai Nature Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its museum. The Valee de Mai is home to the endemic Coco De Mer. A private guide will give a brief description of the nature park outside the property. Drive towards Anse Lazio Beach, known for its soft white sand and crystal-clear water. Spend a little time at leisure and enjoy the beauty! Drive back to Praslin jetty. Catch your same boat at 12.15pm and sail to La Digue. At 12.30pm disembark at La Passe La Digue where you will be offered 2 choices of getting around. A bicycle or pick up truck with rear seats. On La Digue you will enjoy our local creole cuisine (at Chez Marston) comprising of fresh grilled fish, salads, small BBQ and much more. Your time will be at leisure on one of the most beautiful beaches (Anse Source D’Argent – L’Union Estate) in the world or take a tour around La Digue. At 1600pm set off back to Mahe where you will be met by your chauffeur to transfer you back to your accommodation.

We offer pick up at the hotel when we meet you're welcome by our amazing team which will take care of all your needs with great detail attention throughout your trip,guided on Curieuse Island with knowledge of Giant land Tortoise our amazing walking trails around the island of 1.7km distance through the mangrove swamp across view point we offer you attention,freedom from stress relief from all the tension from the outside world and bring you stress free vacations and flexibility. Our guest will be able to enjoy a delicious creole BBQ lunch which includes Grilled chicken,grilled fish,prawns kebab ,lentilles,garlic bread and mix Salad. We provide soft drinks and local beer . Guest will have opportunities to relax 1 hour on the beach of Curieuse island.After went snorkeling and swimming,with varieties species of fish at two recommended snorkeling point on Praslin St Pierre and Anse Petit cour. To conclude of your experience you will be transfer back to your hotel.

Discover two of the Seychelles' most breathtaking islands on this island-hopping catamaran cruise from Mahé. Visit Vallée de Mai on Praslin and L'Union Estate on La Digue with tickets and guided tours included. Enjoy a Creole lunch onboard and stroll along some of the Seychelles' most picturesque beaches. After getting picked up from your hotel anywhere on Mahé, hop on the catamaran that will take you to Praslin, the Seychelles' second-largest island. Your first stop is Vallée de Mai, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the only place in the world where the sea coconut grows naturally. Enjoy a walk along the paths of this primeval forest, listening to the rare black parrot. See for yourself why the forest is said to be the original Garden of Eden. Pay a visit to the famous Anse Lazio Beach and enjoy a stroll through its postcard-perfect sands before the crossing to La Digue. Spot dolphins and other native sea life along the way. Tuck into a delicious Creole barbeque lunch served onboard. Upon landing on La Digue, hop in a traditional ox-cart for a transfer to L'Union Estate. Enjoy a guided tour of the estate with tickets included and spot giant tortoises as well as the refurbished colonial plantation house, the filming location of "Goodby Emmanuelle." Continue your tour of La Digue in an open-sided truck, stopping at Anse Source d'Argent Beach to see for yourself why this is one of the most photographed beaches on the planet. At the end of the day, hop back on board the catamaran and get transferred back to you hotel in Mahé.

After pickup from your hotel, head to the renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve. This extraordinary ancient forest commonly known as the "Garden of Eden", is a unique habitat where the coco de mer palm grows in its natural state. The reserve is also home to one of the world’s rarest birds, the Black Parrot. In the afternoon, explore Anse Lazio, considered one of the top 10 beaches in the world. There are a few restaurants at Anse Lazio where you can buy lunch. You will be dropped back to your hotel at 4:00 PM.

Begin your journey by setting sail towards the privately owned Sister Island. Admire this granitic paradise nestled amidst tropical forests and pristine beaches; a sight that is truly mesmerizing. See the lagoon's crystal-clear waters which offer excellent visibility, allowing you to spot sea turtles and other marine creatures. Explore untouched beaches and vibrant tropical forests before indulging in a delicious BBQ lunch on-board. Prepare for a snorkelling adventure at either Coco and/or Félicité islands. Coco, a small island with picturesque granite boulders, palm trees, and a serene sandy beach, represents the epitome of a tropical paradise. Félicité island, larger and covered in dense vegetation, showcases the natural beauty of the Seychelles. Both islands feature vibrant waters filled with diverse flora and fauna, creating an enchanting underwater world. Experience the awe-inspiring sights while aboard the Oplezir catamaran, making this adventure a once-in-a-lifetime experience for sea lovers and explorers of the Seychellois seas.

Get picked up from your hotel on Praslin Island in the morning, then set off on a speedboat adventure to discover some of the most stunning islands in the Seychelles archipelago. First, arrive at Cocos - an idyllic isle bathed by crystal-clear waters with exceptional snorkeling opportunities. Swim amid turtles and hundreds of fish above a wealth of coral.  Next, head over to Félicité Island - a small, heavily forested granite island that forms part of a protected marine park. Enjoy plenty more opportunities to snorkel and swim here, whilst taking in the breathtaking natural scenery.  Finally, arrive at La Digue where guest will have 4 hours on their own free to visit La Digue island in their own way. La Digue Island is a perfect mix of local culture and beautiful white-sand beach. There different spot on La Digue Island Guest can visit the old Copra Mill used to produce coconut oil, an old cemetery. The guest may visit the marvel at the giant granite boulders on the famous white sand beach of Anse Source D’Argent which are truly breathtaking. The trip will end at 3:30pm/04:00pm. Guest will board the speedboat to return to Praslin where you will be dropped off back at your hotel.