Seychelles Marine Safari

With its picture-perfect cerulean waters and soft, sandy shores framed by palm trees and giant boulders, the Seychelles archipelago may very well be paradise on earth. In 1881, when British General Charles Gordon travelled to Praslin, the second largest of Seychelles’ 115 islands, he was certain he found the Garden of Eden – the towering Coco De Mer tree, with its giant, suggestively-shaped seeds, had to be the Tree of Knowledge.

The islands’ granite mountains do go back a long time. These ancient fragments of continental crust were once part of the supercontinent Gondwana, and now sit 1,600 km (1,000 mi) off the coast of East Africa. The Seychelles’ Inner Islands are the world’s only oceanic granitic islands, and its flat, coral, Outer Islands remain mostly untouched. The most well known Outer Island is Aldabra. One of the largest atolls in the world, it’s home to over 150,000 giant tortoises and abundant marine life that thrives on the surrounding reefs.

As for the Inner Islands, Mahé, Praslin, and La Digue draw the most visitors, lined with beautiful beaches, secret coves, and small towns offering a glimpse into Creole culture. Ninety percent of the Seychellois people live on Mahé. Independent since 1976, the islanders are a mix of East African, Malagasy, Indian, Chinese, and European heritage. In Victoria, the capital and cultural center, locals come together selling colorful cotton clothes, jewelry, mangoes, bananas, avocados, fresh fish, coconut oil, and aromatic spices in the lively open market.

While exclusive resorts offer all the bells and whistles, the vibe is about relaxation, romance, and beachside bliss, from sunbathing and swimming to scuba diving, surfing, fishing, and sailing.

Mahé Island

Mahé, the vibrant heart of the Seychelles, is a place where emerald peaks meet the turquoise embrace of the Indian Ocean. As the largest island in the archipelago, Mahé is a stunning fusion of lush rainforests, powder-soft beaches, and Creole charm. Wander through the colorful streets of Victoria, one of the world’s smallest capitals, where markets brim with fragrant spices and freshly caught seafood.

Venture inland to discover misty mountain trails leading to panoramic viewpoints, or find your own secluded cove along the island’s dreamlike coastline. Whether you’re indulging in a beachfront feast of grilled red snapper, exploring the island’s spice-scented history, or simply letting the rhythm of the waves set your pace, Mahé is where island time takes on a whole new meaning.

For those seeking adventure, Mahé offers a gateway to the wild. Dive beneath its crystal-clear waters to explore vibrant coral gardens teeming with marine life, or set sail to nearby islands where untouched beaches and rare wildlife await. As the sun melts into the horizon, sip on a refreshing Seychellois rum cocktail and let the island’s warm breezes and rhythmic sega music remind you—this is paradise, exactly as it should be.

The Outer Islands of Seychelles, far from the main island of Mahé, are comprised of 72 remote coral islands.

Of the 72 islands and atolls of the remote Outer Islands, Blue Safari Seychelles have selected the most pristine and enchanting four as their base. Each of these atolls offers one-of-a-kind accommodation from where one can discover, experience, and contribute to conserving the surrounding natural wonders.

Home to an abundance of fauna and flora, as well as expansive land- and seascapes, the Outer Islands form an untouched paradise.

Discover a playground of awe-inspiring marine life and exotic seabirds by exploring the four amazing atolls that Blue Safaris call ‘home.’