In a recent blog posting we looked at Mahé, largest island in the Seychelles.  But it’s just one out of the 115 self-contained paradises on offer.  You should consider the islands of Praslin or La Digue too for a perfect Indian Ocean holiday…..

Praslin is the second largest island in the Seychelles and home to less than 10% of the nation’s population.  It’s 10 x 4 km of unspoilt paradise, with some of the most beautiful beaches to be found anywhere.   On Praslin you can choose between the luxurious elegance of the hotel Lemuria, which offers privacy and relaxation just meters from the beach as well as a championship golf course and extensive sporting facilities. Or plump for L’Archipel with its colourful and exotically scented tropical gardens and luxurious bungalows nestling on the hillside overlooking a lovely private beach.  It’s a small, intimate hotel ideal for honeymooners and those seeking peace and tranquillity.

La Digue (4th largest island) is situated 45 kilometres from Mahé and 7 kilometres from Praslin. It’s thought by many to be the most unspoiled and traditional island in the Seychelles chain. The long and beautiful beaches with their readily accessible coral reefs are ideal for long walks, swimming, snorkelling and fishing.  The La Digue Island Lodge mirrors that unspoilt nature, overlooking the Anse Reunion beach and inhabiting a peaceful and exotic garden.