The Seychelles - A Paradise Suited to Everyone

The Seychelles are located off the east coast ofof the week. For the more adventurous, cave diving
Africa in the Indian Ocean and consist of over 115on the island of Desroches, Alphonse and St Joseph
coral and granite islands with diverse landscapes,are recommended. The marine life below is as
geography and character. From Lush forests toimpressive as the landscape above and with over 1.4
picture postcard beaches, the Seychelles is definitelymillion sq km of fishing you will never go hungry again!
for most a once in a lifetime trip and home to twoSaltwater Fly Fishing to Bluewater fly fishing to
of UNESCO's world heritage sites, the Vallee de Mai inbottom fishing excursions, all types of styles of
Praslin and the World's biggest coral Atoll, Aldabra.fishing are catered for in catching the abundance of
Pristine beauty in guaranteed sunshine all year makesmarine life, dorado, saifish, yellow tuna and wahoo to
this a great destination any time of year for thename but a few.
intrepid traveller.Surfing at Grand Anse on the Western side of Mahe
The Seychelles group of islands offer somethingbetween November and April is recommended for
unique to other island destinations as each island is sosurfing enthuaists. The Seychelles offers a variety of
varied in history, character and landscapes that theyactivities from water to land sports and activities like
cater to those with diverse interests. They havebird watching. Golf, squash, tennis, horseriding, biking
been described as a place which God created forand hiking are all on offer in this paradise heaven.
Sailors. Chartering a speed boat or yacht is theMahe Island is the main island for many of these
perfect way in exploring this archipelago. Theactivities, such as horse riding in the Utegangar riding
Seychelles Marine parks offer secured mooringscenter and Margic carpet Arab horse riding center.
within many of their sheltered bays and lagoons.Golf is played on Praslin Island at the Lemuria resort
Keelboats, Catamarans, Bareboats and Yachts,where the palm tree lined course will always remind
whatever way you fancy travelling by water, theyou of the paradise you're in. Hiking and walking will
Seychelles is a sailing paradise.bring you to the majestic flora and fauna that grow
If you prefer to explore in the water, then diving inon the moutain trails. Clear marked nature walks on
The Seychelles will be sure not a disappoint. From themany of the main islands, Mahe, Praslin and Aride will
world class dive sites, such as Ennerdale Wreck andmake sure you never get lost!
Brissare rocks or the sites close to Marianne, to theWhatever your interest, The Seychelles islands have
Sisters and Aride there is always an abundance ofan activity to suit everyone. While famed for its
marine life on display. Butterflyfish, Angelfish,diving, fishing and sailing, The Seychelles can offer a
Octopus, Reef Sharks, Stingrays and Giant Grouper.variety of activities depending on the island so do
From inshore sites to off-shore dives to live-aboardyour research as to when and where to go and
dive trips, the Seychelles offers diving at all differentenjoy.
intensity levels, shallow to deep each and every day