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Sailing Holidays in Seychelles

Stunning scenery in this unspoilt paradise, ideal for more experienced sailors looking for a change from the Caribbean.

Huge granite rocks polished by the waves, giant palm trees, turquoise inlets fringed by lush green takamakas shading white sandy beaches. This is the paradise of the Seychelles in the middle of the Indian Ocean "1,000 miles from anywhere". The easy going lifestyle of the local population makes this an idyllic holiday destination.

The 43 Inner Islands which are mostly granitic, cluster mainly around the larger islands of Mahé, Praslin and La Digue. These protected inner islands offer reliable winds and plenty of idyllic anchorages, with superb diving and snorkelling on coral reefs and fascinating nature reserves ashore.

The cosmopolitan Seychellois are a colourful blend of different races, cultures and religions. At different times in its history, people of African, European and Asian origin have come to Seychelles, contributing to the way of life and to the vibrant Seychellois culture.

Please note: The Seychelles Ministry has announced the introduction of a Tourism Environmental Sustainability Levy. You will be required to pay approx. £7 per passenger, per night, payable locally on arrival at the base. 

PRICES

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£5,708

7 nights

4 cabins

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Seychelles Yacht Charter

  •  Emirates have flights to Mahe via Dubai
  •  Travel back in time on La Digue-ox carts are the main mode of transport!
  •  Anse Source D'Argent-one of the world's most photographed beaches
  •  Snorkel at Baie Laraie with an abundance of hump head parrotfish
  •  Long distances between the main islands but inner island well protected
  •  Level 3 sailing
  •  Average temperatures of around 26-28 degrees
  •  Average winds force 3-5
  •  Dining is mostly onboard or at one of the private resorts
  •  Flexible start and finish dates possible

Suggested Sailing Itineraries

Map courtesy of Wanderlog, a trip planner on iOS and Android

 DAY 1 : Praslin

Embark at Baie Sainte Anne on Praslin. Don't leave the island without a visit to Vallee de Mai, home of the unique Coco de Mer palm.

 DAY 2 : La Digue (6nm)

Anchor at Petite or Grande Anse and rent a bike to visit this beautiful island with its white tracks winding under tall palm trees, fine white sand beaches and large polished rocks.

 DAY 3 : Curieuse (7nm)

Sail around Marianne and Félicité. Anchorage on the west coast of Grande Soeur for lunch. Unforgettable snorkelling at Cocos Islands. Go to Curieuse and anchor for the night in Baie Laraie on the east coast. Curieuse, part of the Marine National Park is the home of hundred or so giant turtles, you cannot miss them.

 DAY 4 : St Pierre (6nm)

Sail to St Pierre islet, a mass of rounded rocks crowned with a clump of tall palms swaying gently in the wind, typical and superb scenery of the Seychelles. Excellent spot for snorkelling with magnificent underwater scenery. Go back to Baie Laraie for the night.

 DAY 5 : Aride (12nm)

Aride Island is a conservation area and a haven for a wide variety of seabirds, unique vegetation and rare land birds. The ten species of breeding seabird include the rare roseate tern and the red tailed tropicbird. The world's largest colony of lesser noddy, more than 200,000 couples nest there. Open on Mondays, Wednesdays and Sundays. Back to Baie Laraie for the night.

 DAY 6 : Cousin (15nm)

Cousin Island is a nature reserve and bird sanctuary with rare species and some giant turtles. Less than 800 meters in diameter, the island can be visited from Tuesday to Friday. Go to Baie Sainte Anne on Praslin for the night.

 DAY 7 : Praslin (10nm)

Explore the coast of Praslin. Stunning beaches make this a great place to relax and the smaller surrounding islands are very close. Return to Baie Sainte Anne.

Map courtesy of Wanderlog, a trip planner on iOS and Android

 DAY 1 : Curieuse (7nm)

Embark at Baie Sainte Anne on Praslin. Short sail to Curieuse in the afternoon. Anchor for the night in Baie Laraie on the east coast. Curieuse, part of the Marine National Park is the home of hundred or so giant turtles, you cannot miss them.

 DAY 2 : St Pierre (6nm)

Sail to St Pierre islet, a mass of rounded rocks crowned with a clump of tall palms swaying gently in the wind, typical and superb scenery of the Seychelles. Excellent spot for snorkelling with magnificent underwater scenery. Go back to Baie Laraie for the night.

 DAY 3 : St Anne National Marine Park (28nm)

This marine park covers 6 islands off the coast of Mahe and is one of the most important nesting sites from Hawksbill turtles. Great Snorkelling. Anchor at Anse Cimetiere.

 DAY 4 : Port Launay (13nm)

Visit the picturesque market place at Victoria, the capital on Mahe in the morning. Good opportunity for fresh provisioning. Sail to quiet Port Launay for the night.

 DAY 5 : La Digue (35nm)

The south east coast of La Digue provides excellent moorings in deep coves, behind a coral reef near the shore. Petite Anse or Grande Anse are perfect for anchorage, lovely white sand beaches separated from each other by rocky spurs, backed by steep rocks.

 DAY 6 : La Digue

Spend the day exploring La Digue. Relax on the picture-postcard beaches or visit Union Estate, where they grow vanilla.

 DAY 7 : Praslin (10nm)

Anchor south of Cocos Islands for some unforgettable snorkelling. The a short sail back to Baie Sainte Anne for a visit to the Vallée de Mai, home to the Coco de Mer palm.

Fleet 1 2023 Prices shown are in GBP(£) per yacht for 1 week

Yacht details 01 Jan - 07 Jan 08 Jan - 11 Mar 12 Mar - 28 Apr 29 Apr - 29 Oct 30 Oct - 17 Dec 18 Dec - 31 Dec
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 - 4 cab. 2023 4 2 from
£9,358
from
£5,708
from
£7,491
from
£8,425
from
£7,491
from
£9,358
Bali Catspace 2023 4 4 from
£10,094
from
£5,349
from
£7,066
from
£9,085
from
£7,066
from
£10,094
Lagoon 450 F - 4 + 2 cab. 2018 4 4 from
£11,887
from
£6,302
from
£8,321
from
£10,698
from
£8,321
from
£11,887
Lagoon 46 - 4 cab. 2023 4 4 from
£13,377
from
£8,160
from
£10,698
from
£12,038
from
£10,698
from
£13,377
Bali 4.8 - 5 cab. 2023 5 5 from
£15,849
from
£9,670
from
£12,679
from
£14,264
from
£14,264
from
£15,849
Lagoon 52 F - 5 + 2 cab. 2018 5 5 from
£16,981
from
£10,358
from
£13,585
from
£15,283
from
£13,585
from
£16,981

Please note: Prices may be subject to change. Compulsory and Optional extras will be added to your quote.

Sailing conditions in the Seychelles

The Seychelles offer ideal sailing conditions throughout the year but there are 2 distinct seasons. From November to April north-westerly trade winds blow around 10 knots with calm seas but it generally feels more hot and humid. The wet season is December to February. From May to October the dry southeast tradewinds give cooler temperatures and a constant 20 knot winds.

We have rated this destination a 'Level 2-3' (levels info)

Getting There

Flights to Mahe, Seychelles

Emirates have flights to Mahe via Dubai. If chartering from Praslin you can get an onward flight from Mahe with Air Seychelles (15 minute flight) or take the ferry which leaves Mahe 2 or 3 times each day and takes one hour to Praslin.

Transfers

Transfers take approximately 15 minutes from Mahe airport to base and 20 minutes from Praslin airport to base.