Embark on a full-day adventure from Praslin. Meet giant tortoises, explore nature trails, ️enjoy Creole BBQ, swim on Curieuse, and snorkel in crystal-clear waters at St. Pierre Island.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Reserve now & pay later: Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
Duration 7 hours: Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide: English, French
Pickup included: Guess will be picked up 10-30 minutes before the activity starts and there hotel reception.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Amber – United Kingdom

Really great day, enthusiastic staff and amazing bbq food. The tour was also amazing and really interesting.

Uma Shishir – India

Just an amazing day overall. From the timely pick up to the lunch and the snorkeling trip. I cannot recommend these guys enough. The guide Aubrey was knowledgeable, enthusiastic and just so much fun! The Creole BBQ was excellent. Book this one without any hesitation. ❤️

Itinerary

84 pickup location options:
Le Relax St.Joseph Guest House-Praslin, Anse Boudin, Praslin Ferry Terminal, Tourterelle Holiday Home, Anse Volbert, Anse Possession, Constance Lemuria Praslin Seychelles, La Voi del Mare, Oasis Hotel Restaurant & Spa, Baie Ste Anne, Villa 360 - by Le Duc de Praslin Hotel, Villa Aya, Sea View lodge Self-Catering Villas with Sea View and Swimming Pool with Restaurantl, Blue sky self catering, Berjaya Praslin Resort, Casadani Hotel, Villa Belle Plage, Seychelles, Lobster Bay Restaurant (Praslin), Hotel Villas de Mer, Colibri Guesthouse, Villa Kass, Cote d'Or Footprints, La Pointe Beach Huts, Coco de Mer Hotel and Black Parrot Suites, Diamond Plaza Hotel, AWESOME CHARLIE D VILLAS, Palm Beach Hotel, Chateau Sans Souci Hotel Praslin Seychelles, Le Vasseur La Buse Eco Resort, Les Lauriers Eco Hotel, Chateau de Feuilles, Seychelles, Villas Coco Beach, Indian Ocean Lodge, Chez Antoine self catering, Sahaj Holiday Apartments, Villa Milou, ANV HOLIDAY APARTMENTS, Acajou Beach Resort, Praslin Island Airport, My Ozi Perl New Creole Villas, Macmillan's Holiday Villas, Hotel L'Archipel, Hotel Raffles Seychelles, Islander Hotel, Résidence Praslinoise, L'Hirondelle, Palm Holiday Apartments, Dhevatara Beach Hotel, Anse Kerlan, Seashell Beach Villa, 切斯比豪华别墅公寓, Cote D'Or Chalets, Castello Beach Hotel, Paradise Sun Hotel, Roche Kerlan, Mirella Villa, FrangiPalm bungalow, Beach Villa Guest House, Acquario Guesthouse, Tropic Villa Annex, Le Relax Beach Resort, Cote D'Or Beach, Villa Confort, Anse Boudin Chalets & Villa, Anse Kerlan Beach Chalets, Heliconia Grove, Praslin, Deckenia Villa, Villas Du Voyageur, Les 4 Etoiles Holiday Villas, Anse Lazio Lodge, La Modestie Villa, Cote d'Or Lodge - Club Vacanze, Mango Lodge, Pirogue Restaurant & Bar, Bliss Hotel Praslin, Les Villas d’Or, Stone Self-catering, La Cigale Estate, Amities Chalets, Le Duc De Praslin, Coin D'or Self Catering, Grand Anse Praslin, Island Charm Of Praslin
Curieuse
Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour (2 hours)
Optional
Curieuse
Guided tour, Hiking, Scenic views on the way, Wildlife viewing (1.5 hours)
Curieuse
Break time, Photo stop, Beer, Free time, BBQ, Welcome refreshments (2 hours)
St. Pierre Island
Swimming, Snorkeling, Marine life viewing (1.5 hours)
Optional
84 drop-off locations:
Le Relax Beach Resort, Coin D'or Self Catering, Diamond Plaza Hotel, Heliconia Grove, Praslin, Cote d'Or Lodge - Club Vacanze, Palm Beach Hotel, Le Vasseur La Buse Eco Resort, Villa Kass, Anse Lazio Lodge, Sahaj Holiday Apartments, L'Hirondelle, Le Duc De Praslin, Island Charm Of Praslin, AWESOME CHARLIE D VILLAS, Pirogue Restaurant & Bar, Villa Milou, Bliss Hotel Praslin, Grand Anse Praslin, Acajou Beach Resort, Praslin Ferry Terminal, Tourterelle Holiday Home, Islander Hotel, Anse Boudin, Baie Ste Anne, Cote D'Or Chalets, Roche Kerlan, Chateau de Feuilles, Seychelles, Chez Antoine self catering, Casadani Hotel, Lobster Bay Restaurant (Praslin), Villa Confort, Chateau Sans Souci Hotel Praslin Seychelles, Anse Kerlan, Coco de Mer Hotel and Black Parrot Suites, Anse Possession, Acquario Guesthouse, Colibri Guesthouse, Seashell Beach Villa, Amities Chalets, Cote d'Or Footprints, Deckenia Villa, Hotel Villas de Mer, Anse Boudin Chalets & Villa, La Modestie Villa, La Cigale Estate, La Pointe Beach Huts, Mango Lodge, Anse Kerlan Beach Chalets, Villas Du Voyageur, Oasis Hotel Restaurant & Spa, Anse Volbert, ANV HOLIDAY APARTMENTS, Villas Coco Beach, Les 4 Etoiles Holiday Villas, Indian Ocean Lodge, Stone Self-catering, Le Relax St.Joseph Guest House-Praslin, Praslin Island Airport, La Voi del Mare, Mirella Villa, My Ozi Perl New Creole Villas, Hotel Raffles Seychelles, Les Villas d’Or, Hotel L'Archipel, Berjaya Praslin Resort, Palm Holiday Apartments, Macmillan's Holiday Villas, Les Lauriers Eco Hotel, Sea View lodge Self-Catering Villas with Sea View and Swimming Pool with Restaurantl, Constance Lemuria Praslin Seychelles, Résidence Praslinoise, Blue sky self catering, Beach Villa Guest House, Villa Belle Plage, Seychelles, Tropic Villa Annex, Dhevatara Beach Hotel, 切斯比豪华别墅公寓, Villa Aya, FrangiPalm bungalow, Castello Beach Hotel, Cote D'Or Beach, Paradise Sun Hotel, Villa 360 - by Le Duc de Praslin Hotel

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Meet Aldabra Giant Tortoises roaming freely on Curieuse Island
️ Visit the Historic Doctor’s House & explore island history
Guided Nature Trail through mangroves and palm forests
️ Creole Beach BBQ Lunch with fresh island flavors
Snorkeling at St. Pierre among coral reefs & tropical fish

Full description

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!

Includes

What’s Included in the Tour
Return Van Transfer on Praslin Island
Boat Trip to Curieuse & St Pierre
Guided Nature Trail through mangroves & leper colony ruins
Visit to Giant Tortoise Sanctuary
Exotic Creole BBQ Lunch on the beach
Beverages – Local beer 2per adult, soft drinks & mineral water
1-Hour Snorkeling Session at St. Pierre Islet
Snorkeling Equipment provided
Friendly Crew & Island Guide for a smooth, safe experience

€20 per adult for Curieuse Island (payable directly on-site)
Alcoholic Beverages beyond the provided beer

Not suitable for

People over 95 years

Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Hat
Swimwear
Towel
Sandals
Snacks
Credit card
Hiking shoes
Sunscreen
Waterproof camera
Rain gear
Comfortable clothes
Beachwear
Insect repellent
Sports shoes
Swimming cap
T-shirt
Water shoes
Toiletries
Shorts
Cash
Scarf
Sportswear
Deposit
Hiking pants
Personal medication
Waterproof bag
Headscarf
Waterproof shoes
Snorkeling gear
Power bank

Not allowed

Pets
Oversize luggage
Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
Littering
Firework

Know before you go

Guests with severe health problems are kindly not advised to book this excursion.
Kindly note that all clients aged 12 years and above are required to pay an additional fee of €20 for Entrance to Curieuse Island. Payment is accepted via Visa card.
We are located on the Second island of Seychelles called Praslin
All activities are conducted from Praslin. We can arrange pickup from hotels, and guest houses 10-30 minutes before the activity. Pickup addresses are listed in the Itinerary builder
⚠️ 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.

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