More about Sychelles

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Seychelles' 115 islands fall under two distinct groups. The tall granite, Inner Islands cluster mainly within the relatively shallow Seychelles' plateau, 4° south of the equator and roughly 1800 km. distant from the east coast of Africa while the low-lying coralline cays, atolls and reef islands of the Outer Islands lie mainly beyond the plateau up to 10° south of the equator.

These Outer Islands are divided into five groups: the Amirantes group lying 230km distant from Mahé, the Southern Coral Group, Alphonse Group, Farquhar Group and finally the Aldabra Group, some 1150km from Mahé.There are 43 Inner Islands in al 41 granitic and 2 coralline and a total of 72 coralline Outer Islands.

These 100-or-so Indian Ocean islands have a land area of just 175 square miles. It’s a deceptive statistic. The Seychelles’ appeal spans the broadest of spectrum. Here there are near-empty beaches of legendary magic. Granite mountains dressed in the lush greens of the tropics. Coral islands to suit every Crusoe. Colorful bird life and exotic flora (like the unique Coco de Mer double coconut). Prestigious 5-star resorts and spas. Romantic desert-island sanctuaries. Friendly islanders whose exotic pedigree – like their delicious Creole cuisine – is a fusion of African, European and Asian influences.

It’s this feature of the Seychelles – their sheer diversity – that we especially love. With a choice of a dozen islands to stay on, you can island-hop to your heart’s content.