Valentine’s Day Guide
to Seychelles
Pristine beaches, tropical nature, unforgettable sunsets and
seclusion, can there be anything more romantic? We didn’t think so either! With 115 islands within the archipelago Seychelles
is one of the top holiday destinations for lovers from all around the world.
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner we prepared an ultimate guide to
Seychelles for this season. Read below to find out what beaches to visit,
places to dine and things to do this Valentine’s Day (or any other day really).
The most romantic beaches in Seychelles
Anse Major, Mahe
Located in Bel Ombre, Anse Major is a hidden treasure
situated far from the hotels and roads on Mahe. The only ways to get there are by
taking a boat or hiking the relatively easy Anse Major trail. With its lush
green hills, tranquility and calm waters it’s one of the beaches on Mahe that
you can’t miss.
Anse Source D’Argent,
La Digue
Next on the list is the famous Anse Source D’Argent beach on
La Digue. If this beach looks familiar, it’s because it’s been crowned as the
most photographed beach in the world by National Geographic. It remains the
Island’s most popular beach for its reef-sheltered water, granite boulders and
surrounding coral reefs.
Honeymoon Beach, North
Island
If you are dreaming about an ultimate luxurious beach
experience, Honeymoon Beach on North Island is an ideal place to visit because
it’s one of the most exclusive beaches in the world. Only the island’s guests
can enter the beach, where couples and newlyweds enjoy their private time with
a glass of champagne.
Anse Georgette,
Praslin
If you are looking for a special beach experience on Praslin,
then you should put Anse Georgette on the list. It’s an untouched island gem
with softly-sculpted granite boulders and magnificent
snorkeling opportunities that’s located on the grounds of a five-star Constance
Lemuria Resort. Non-guests must plan ahead and arrange the access through the
resort or arrive by boat.
Anse Intendance, Mahe
Anse Intendance is a wild beach with spectacular views of crystalline turquoise water and dense flora on the
south part of Mahe. There are no coral reefs here and the sea is usually too
rough for snorkeling, but it’s the best beach on Mahe to go surfing. Here couples
can just relax and enjoy the beautiful views.
Where to have a
romantic dinner
Banyan Tree Seychelles
Hotel, Mahe
Have an unforgettable
beachfront dinner on a romantically secluded stretch of sand while watching the
gorgeous sunset filling the sky with colours, and feasting on gourmet dishes.
Banyan Tree is also the only place in Seychelles offering Thai cuisine.
La Grande Maison, Mahe
If you are looking for a romantic yet a traditional-style
Creole inspired dining experience, La Grande Maison Restaurant is a place worth
visiting. Relax and
discover a new approach of the Creole taste in the fantastic atmosphere of this
Creole ‘Gran Kaz’ whose history dates back to 1792.
Raffles Seychelles,
Praslin
Located in the heart of Praslin, the Raffles hotel is an
ideal place for a romantic luxurious dinning on the island. From the Seychelles’
only Asian restaurant, to a sushi room and private dining the hotel offers an elegant
dinner setting and mouth-watering food.
Four Seasons Resort,
Mahe
Enjoy a private dinner while the sun sets over the ocean and
gentle waves touch your feet, feeling like you’re the only two people in the
world on the Petite Anse beach. The hotel also offers Japanese, Indian, Creole
and Western dining experiences.
Le Nautique Waterfront
Hotel, La Digue
If you’re visiting La Digue during this romantic week, Le
Nautique Waterfront Hotel is worth putting on the list for a Creole-inspired
dinner. Here you can
immerse yourself in the local culture, cuisine and island life surrounded by
luxury, comfort and enviable views – the perfect Seychelles experience.
Things to do
Have a romantic beach
picnic
A lot of the hotels in Seychelles offer a picnic on the
beach with champagne and fine dining. If your hotel, however, does not provide
this service, feel free to improvise and
throw a fun picnic yourself on any of the previously mentioned beautiful beaches.
Go on a boat trip
With so many islands within the archipelago, why limit
yourself to just one? Just contact your Mason’s Travel agent and explore the
stunning beauty of the tropical Seychelles and hop on a boat trip or an
unforgettable excursion.
Go scuba diving or
snorkeling
Seychelles is a great place to explore the wonders of the
Indian Ocean by snorkeling or diving. With so many different sites, it’s
suitable for all levels of experience and sharing it with your date makes it
even more special.
What a romantic holiday would it be without a relaxing
couples massage? We all know that a spa treatment makes a great date! You can
even choose natural treatments with organic coconut oil to nourish your body.
Hop on a helicopter
ride
For a truly unforgettable Seychelles holiday experience, hop
in a helicopter and enjoy the stunning views from the air. Although the
experience is not a cheap one, it’s absolutely worth it, because the views from
up above are stunning.
