Seychelles is the promised land. Sparkling blue waters, verdant plantations, and scenic hikes, bustling markets, water sports, and plenty of private island getaways make it ideal for honeymoons and romantic getaways.
We’ve already penned a detailed day-by-day itinerary for Seychelles but we wanted to tempt you just a little bit further. Seychelles Tourism is currently running the Wanderlove campaign in association with Yatra and encouraging couples who’ve been to Seychelles to share their experience. So we thought we’d do just that! 🙂 Here are 10 Reasons to plan your honeymoon in Seychelles – think of it as 10 things you must do on your honeymoon or romantic getaway in Seychelles
Should we start? Are you ready to be seduced? Let’s go!!!
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1) Relaxing on a secluded beach
There are fewer rituals more relaxing and rejuvenating that time spent on a beach. Seychelles has plenty of stunning beaches to offer. Anse Source D’argent and Corte d’Or are some of our favourites. But the best part is that it is easy to get a stretch of beach all to yourself in Seychelles. Most hotels boast of secluded beaches but don’t be disappointed if yours doesn’t. Just request your driver to suggest an offbeat public beach, which doesn’t see many tourists. Make sure you carry your sunscreen, a hat, a book, and some wine to have an incredible time at one of Seychelles’ gorgeous beaches
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2) Island hopping with ease (and on a budget!)
A number of other archipelagos such as Maldives and French Polynesia offer island-hopping opportunities. However it is extremely expensive and hard to go from one island to the other in these countries. As a result most tourists spend their time on one island only. Not in Seychelles. Public ferries make it easy and affordable for guests to commute. This is amazing as you get to explore so much more. We would definitely suggest putting the islands of Praslin and La Digue on your itinerary if you are celebrating your honeymoon in Seychelles
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3) Making friends with smiling locals
If privacy isn’t the only thing you’re after and you love exploring, even on your honeymoon, we have good news! The ease of movement between different islands and within the islands makes it easy for guests to interact with locals. Explore the bustling market and colourful houses of Victoria on Mahé Island or interact with locals at the L’Union Estate on La Digue. You are bound to make new friends. Who doesn’t like coming home from a honeymoon with such great memories?
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4) Biking along the coast
One of the most romantic things to do in Seychelles is to rent bikes and explore a tiny island at your own pace. It is easy to rent bikes on small islands such as La Digue and Silhouette. Spend your day biking around at a leisurely pace you’re your partner. Discover hidden beaches and caves, stop for a meal when you feel like it, or just take a break and go snorkelling – aah!
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5) Meeting giant tortoises
Seychelles is one of the very few countries in the world where you can see and even touch giant tortoises. Make sure you put L’Union Estate on your itinerary for your honeymoon in Seychelles. Here you can explore old plantation houses and spend time with sluggish tortoises. They seem to work on island time – slow and easy!
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6) Working up an appetite with a hike that takes your breath away
If you’re craving a bit of exercise on your honeymoon, then book yourself a scenic hike and witness Seychelles’ magnificent nature for yourself. There are plenty of hikes on each island but there are two that we would definitely recommend. The challenging Copolia Trail on Mahé Island ends with at a cliff top that offers a stunning view of Seychelles’ turquoise blue waters and the surrounding islands. Vallee de Mai home to the rare Coco De Mer, offers a 3 hour hike through a plantation. Once again, the end of the hike offers panoramas that will leave you smitten.
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7) Hotel rooms that look like this
Seychelles has a range of accommodation to suit every budget. But if you are on your honeymoon we’d recommend splurging on a luxurious hotel room, where you feel pampered to bits. Seychelles offers some of the most luxurious hotel rooms in the world. Take your pick from a room that opens straight onto the beach or a cliff-top room with a private plunge pool with a stunning view to boot. Our suggestion? Split your time and try to experience both kinds of rooms. Choose one with a private pool on the island of Mahé and one that opens right to the beach on the islands of Praslin or Silhouette.
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8) Water sports that will enthrall you like nothing else
No island honeymoon is complete without a range of water sports and Seychelles is no different. Seychelles’ islands offer everything from snorkelling and sailing to diving and rafting. Most hotels offer water sports within the premises. At the very least, we would recommend renting snorkelling equipment from your hotel and enjoying Seychelles’ gorgeous transparent waters for yourself. You will see entire schools of colourful fish and come out completely mesmerised.
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9) Breakfasts on the beach
Aah is there anything else that is as pleasurable as a languorous breakfast on the beach? I think not! If you’re in the mood to treat your partner to something truly special on your honeymoon, then request the hotel to set up a special canopy for you at the beach. Most hotels offer this service at a small surcharge. If not, then just order room service and enjoy it in the balcony of your beach-facing hotel room. We promise you one thing – you will be unable to tear yourself from the view.
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Sipping champagne while watching dolphins on a boat
Let me play out a scenario for you – you’re sipping on chilled champagne in a little boat that bobs up and down on turquoise waters. As time passes, sunshine mellows down. It’s time for sunset and as the sun goes down, the sky is lit ochre. Suddenly somewhere between two tiny islands in the middle of nowhere, you spot 5 playful dolphins jumping in and out of the ocean. As the day metamorphoses to evening and your boat brings you back on land, you wonder if it was a dream you just witnessed or reality. THAT is Seychelles for you!
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Looks and sounds like a perfect honeymoon/ a luxurious getaway! What a way to spend scuh a special time and a beautiful place to create wonderful memories!
Hey Lily – a honeymoon in Seychelles is totally the stuff of dreams. Really enjoyed our time there 🙂
Wow Seychelles looks breathtaking! The sea is so clear and the color of the water is so inviting! Your private infinity pool is definitely a highlight!
Thanks Joanna – that infinity pool was a definite highlight of our time in Seychelles 🙂
I have often dreamed of going to the Seychelles and it is a great place to honeymoon, maybe we can renew our wedding vows and have a second honeymoon there x
Ooh that sounds like a great plan Samantha – you could do that or just celebrate your next anniversary there 🙂
Oh my goodness what a lovely idea going to the Seychelles for a honeymoon is! I would absolutely love to just walk those beaches and have a relax I think.
I think that’s what I love most about it – the fact that you can relax all you want, yet go for wee cultural excursions if you get itchy feet 🙂
The idea of being able to have a secluded beach to myself and go swimming or relax on the beach definitely sounds like my idea of heaven. Such beautiful photos as well, what camera is it that you use?
Hey Ana – we use a Nikon D610 but it’s due for an upgrade soon 🙂 Seychelles lends itself really well to photography
Oh wow I’ve never even heard of the place! Looks absolutely beautiful! You definitely wouldn’t get bored there x
Really? Seychelles is almost as popular as Bora Bora or Maldives for honeymoons & romantic getaways – glad you enjoyed it so much 🙂
can i knw hw long you stayed there and Total budget of your trip. Then activities to do there
OMG,I am speechless seeing the place. Definitely a great place to have an intimate honeymoon and enjoy each others company. I hope in the future I can visit this beautiful Seychelles too.
I know right? Seychelles had us smitten from the word go. We can’t wait to be back 🙂
I would love to visit Seychelles and if not on honeymoon then just that much needed holiday. I think will still follow your tips either way. Mingling with those friendly local faces and relaxing on a secluded beach is something I can look forward to
Aah you’ll love it – yeah we visited it for a occasion holiday too, so it isn’t just for a honeymoon 🙂 Hope you make it there soon 🙂
I’d love to go to the Seychelles, and that view from the hotel looks absolutely amazing x
Thanks Rhian – so happy to know your enjoyed reading it. We totally got lucky with the hotels we chose 🙂
What a gorgeous idea. I love the idea of a secluded beach, idyllic.
So happy you enjoyed our list of things to do on your honeymoon in Seychelles – must say time spent on a secluded beach tops my list too 🙂
So many fab ideas – I love the idea of making friends with the locals and the secluded beach is pure bliss x
Hey Melanie – glad you enjoyed reading our article on romantic things to do in Seychelles 🙂
Such beautiful scenery, look at those blues! A perfect romantic getaway, can just imagine how amazing this must be.
Hey Jen – it was well and truly stunning. I loved it and can’t wait to go back to Seychelles 🙂
I really like the idea of relaxing on a secluded beach right now, especially given this weather!
It’s always bright and sunny in Seychelles Stephen – never a bad time to plan an island getaway 😉
I suddenly want to take a trip to Seychelles! What a stunning place to be!
Hehe glad reading this post inspired you to take a trip to Seychelles. You should do it. I promise you won’t be disappointed 🙂
Omg giant tortoises what a dream!! I’d love to get close to those 😀
They were the cutest creatures ever – just like me on a Sunday morning 😉
it looks so beautiful there!! this is now on my list of places to go!
Glad you enjoyed reading it bryanna – yep Seychelles makes for the perfect romantic getaway 🙂
This looks like the perfect romantic getaway. Breakfast on the beach sounds amazing and the view would be incredible.
We had the best time in Seychelles – breakfast at the beach every day was one of the definite highlights 🙂
I am about a million years away from going on a honeymoon, but these are some lovely ideas for places.
Glad you enjoyed reading them – hope you make it to Seychelles honeymoon or not 🙂
Hi Savi Vid,
I am very interested in the things you share. I will list things to do on our honeymoon based on your suggestions!
Great!
Love reading your travel experiences! I am planning my honeymoon right now (tickets have been booked for first week of May!). Definitely going to take all recommendations from your experiences (as we do always). Was trying to find an article to what to pack but couldn’t find one for Seychelles, would you mind sharing some tips with us? Thanks!
Hey Hope you had a great honeymoon in Seychelles. In terms of packing, well for Seychelles just pack light (lots of swimwear and cotton clothes) and perhaps one light jumper for those boat rides in the evening when it might be a bit too cold 😉
I was so confused regarding where to go on my honeymoon. Your blog surely made it easier. Such Beautiful and an informative piece.
Thank you 🙂 Enjoy your honeymoon in Seychelles 🙂
Incredible photos and great tips. I had no idea you could take public ferries to move around or go hiking!
Hey Suchi,
Happy to bring out this aspect of a trip to Seychelles 🙂
Wonderful read. I am planning to go to Seychelles for my honeymoon and this article is so helpful. Thanks a lot. Also if you could recommend one more country/island we could combine with Seychelles for a 2 weeks honeymoon it would be a great help.
Hi Isha you can combine it with Mauritius or even Tanzania/Zanzibar 🙂
Hey Savi n Vid,
Could you please advise on the budget if we chooose to stay in cheap hotels and have most of the food packed with us already?
Hi Fathima,
Unfortunately that is a difficult question for us to answer and we don’t want to second guess and give you figures that you might find completely off once you’re there. I do remember though that even the cheap hotels in Seychelles can be much more expensive than many “expensive” hotels elsewhere in the world so it’s all very subjective. Sorry could not be of more help.
Hi, what is the best time to visit. Planning to visit in January. Pl help if the climate would support or not.
January is considered to be one of the wettest months in Seychelles but we have been told that even then rains are in short spells. Up to you 🙂