Seychelles – 10 Night Constance Resort Island Hopping
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Come and find your island paradise in the Seychelles, an archipelago off the coast of East Africa. These islands were once host to pirates but are now home to beautiful blue waters, soft sandy beaches, rare plants and exotic birds found nowhere else in the world. Let this tranquil atmosphere sweep you away as you hop between the two largest islands in the archipelago, Praslin Island and Mahe Island.
Spending four days on Praslin Island, the second largest island in Seychelles, you can walk or bike your way around, discovering secluded beaches and vast national parks home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Vallée de Mai, or relax by the pool and enjoy a spa day at your resort. Enjoy a further six days on Mahe, the largest island in Seychelles, where you will experience the capital Victoria, be able to interact with the famous plant life on the island, and explore the cultural history of Seychelles.
Constance Lemuria Praslin Seychelles, Seychelles
Constance Ephelia Mahe Seychelles, Port Launay Road, Mahé, Seychelles
- The beautiful tropical landscape of the Seychelles
- Exotic plants and rare bird species
- Stunning sandy beaches
- Traditional Creole food
Kick back and relax in Seychelles with this trip of a lifetime where you can dictate your experience and create unique memories. This ten-day island-hopping adventure takes you around beautiful coastlines and unique natural landscapes as you explore all that Seychelles has to offer.
If you are a seasoned traveller or just beginning your travel journey the flexibility of this package allows your imagination to run wild as you create your perfect trip. Hike or bike your way around the island using nature trails that weave through the national parks on both islands and keep your camera ready to spot rare palm trees, large coco de mer seeds, or rare birds such as the Black Parrot or Seychelles White Eye.
For travellers seeking a tranquil and peaceful experience the tropical beaches and hotel spas are the perfect place to unwind with a cocktail or two. Travellers who wish to learn about the cultural heritage of Seychelles should visit the Praslin Museum and the Natural History Museum on Mahe. Other cultural experiences include the Cinnamon distillery ruins on Praslin, the Jardin du Roi Spice Garden on Mahe and tours around Victoria.
Seasoned traveller or beginner, thrill seeker or relaxer; all visitors to Seychelles need to have the perfect accommodation. Your first accommodation is at Constance Lemuria Resort. This modern and luxurious 5-star hotel is situated by the breath-taking coast on Praslin and offers everything to make your stay as comfortable as possible. The hotel boasts swimming pools, spa treatments, five different restaurants and bars each offering a unique dining experience, an on-site boutique, diving instructors for guests of every experience level and a doctor on call.
In Mahe you will be staying at the Constance Ephelia Resort. The contemporary design of this resort alongside its stunning location will leave you feeling at peace. The resort features a spa, lush gardens, eleven different restaurants and bars, diving instructors that cater for complete beginners or more experienced divers, five on-site boutiques that offer hand-crafted goods made by locals, laundry and ironing services and a doctor on call.
Both resorts offer a kids club for their younger guests where 4-11-year-olds can run around, have fun and let their imaginations run wild in dedicated outdoor spaces under the supervision of highly trained staff.
Begin your ten-day luxury trip at Praslin Island, home to beautiful white beaches, crystal blue water and exotic wildlife. Your four-day stay on Praslin Island will open your eyes to the beauty of this island archipelago and you will have spectacular opportunities to witness some of the rarest creatures in the world. This trip has no planned activities, rather the power is in your hands to decide what you would like to see and where you would like to go.
All the activities listed below come at additional costs and it is recommended to book them in advance of your island adventure.
Excursions (offered through the accommodation at additional cost):
- Full Day Vallee De Mai/Anse Lazio
- Full Day La Digue boat / Bike
Nature Activities:
- Praslin National Park: The second largest national park in the Seychelles, Praslin National Park is home to a variety of native plants and the famous Black Parrot (only found in this region of the world). For an authentic experience within the park, you are recommended to take the less visited Glacis Noire trail, ending in some of the most spectacular views anywhere on the island.
- Vallée De Mai: A UNESCO world heritage site home to the rare and famous Coco De Mer palm tree that produces the biggest seed of any plant in the world. Vallée De Mai is considered a spot of extreme natural beauty.
- Bird Watching: For bird lovers Praslin Island offers the opportunity to spot some of the rarest species on the planet. Bird watchers can hope to spot the Seychelles Bulbul, Black Parrots and Swiftlets.
- Nature hike from Mont Plaisir to Anse Georgette: This nature trail takes visitors through a landscape of indigenous plants before opening with views across the bay.
Cultural Activities:
- Praslin Museum: Showcasing the traditions of the island and medicinal plants, this museum is an interesting and refreshing culture stop that encourages visitors to get involved in local activities such as coconut husking and grilling breadfruit.
- Cinnamon Distillery Ruins: Located near Anse Takamaka these distillery ruins may not appear impressive however, the location they sit on creates fantastic photography opportunities. The ruins are a nod to the rich and vibrant heritage of Praslin Island as a producer and exporter of cinnamon oil.
Coastal Activities:
- Boat Tours: With many different boat tours, individual hires and boat styles to choose from this activity is perfect for anyone. Explore the island drinking in the breath-taking coastal scenery either as part of a group or individually, and discover an alternative perspective to Praslin.
- Snorkelling, diving and swimming: These activities can be carried out at any beach or any body of water. Professional lessons and group sessions are available from the numerous instructors located across the island as well as the on-site instructor at the Constance Lemuria Resort. Experience first-hand the tropical waters and ancient coral reefs with these aquatic adventures.
The next stretch of your adventure takes you to Mahe Island, the biggest in the Seychelles archipelago. During your six nights on Mahe Island you will have endless opportunities to explore the island, meet the local wildlife, dine at some of the best restaurants in the area or simply relax in your island paradise.
This part of your island-hopping adventure doesn’t have any pre-planned activities, however, a list of recommended activities (at additional cost) is provided with a range of physical and cultural themes to ensure everybody is happy.
Excursions (booked through the resort at an additional cost):
- Full Day Reef Safari
- Full Day Discovery Tour
Nature Activities:
- Jardin du Roi Spice Garden: A plantation house and garden designed in the French 18th century style to reflect spices and other rare plants grown in the colonies. This garden is a haven for botany enthusiasts, features an on-site restaurant and has experts on hand to answer any questions.
- Morne Seychellois National Park: This national park is made up of coastland mangroves, jungle areas, and mountainous terrain. The national park is home to some of the rarest species of plants and wildlife with fantastic opportunities to spot wild vanilla orchids, the Seychelles Blue Pigeon and even the Seychelles white eye (so rare a bird it has been mistakenly labelled extinct before).
- Mission Lodge Lookout: originally a school for freed slaves it now serves as a tranquil place to view the surrounding landscape.
Cultural Activities:
- Seychelles Trading Company Tea Factory: A unique tour opportunity to view a working tea plantation before relaxing with a cup of some of their best loved tea.
- Seychelles Natural History Museum: Located in Victoria this museum not only displays the unique flora and fauna found at Seychelles but also aims to educate visitors on the environmental threats to Seychelles and what can be done to reduce their impact.
- Takamaka Rum Distillery: For lovers of rum this distillery is a must. This local family run distillery prides themselves on making quality rum far away from other producers. The distillery offers tours with the opportunity for rum tasting at the end and is the perfect way to explore new tastes on the island.
- Victoria: The capital of Seychelles Victoria is often the first place visitors experience when they arrive in Seychelles and has many different sights, sounds, smells and tastes to offer. For visitors looking for architectural sites Victoria boasts a Victorian clock tower that has acted as a focal point of the capital since the death of Queen Victoria in 1901. Victoria includes many houses of worship, the most unusual being the Hindu temple. The bright colours and carved figures of this temple make it a stunning addition to the capital. For travellers seeking local products the markets in Victoria are the place to be. You will find anything you could need from fish to local hand-crafted items. The market is the perfect place to stock up or to find the perfect present for loved ones.
Coastal Activities:
- Boat Tours: View the island as the original settlers would have seen it on one of the boat tours that can be taken. Tour as part of a group or hire an individual boat and set sail around beautiful coastal scenery.
- Diving, Swimming and Snorkelling: These activities can be carried out from any beach or body of water on the island. Teachers are on hand for complete beginners or those wishing to improve their technique. The Constance Ephelia has diving instructors on hand for guests who wish to take part in the experience.
Dates are flexible so please make an enquiry and tell us a range of dates you are considering so we can check availability.
GBP Package:
- Accommodation: Bed and Breakfast on Praslin, Half Board on Mahe
- Ground Handling
- Two private car transfers per car return on Praslin
- Three private car transfers per car return on Mahe
Euro Package:
- Accommodation: Bed and Breakfast on Praslin and Half-Board on Mahe
- Cat Coco ferry transfer between Mahe-Praslin-Mahe per person
- International flights
- Activities and trips during your stay
- Visa costs
- Health Insurance
- Travel Insurance
- Vaccinations
- Additional transport requirements during your trip (car hire, bike hire, bus tickets etc)
- Lunch and dinner on Praslin Island and lunch on Mahe Island
This trip is perfect for any traveller with plenty of activities to suit all tastes. Travellers looking for a luxurious quiet holiday that features spa days and lounging by the pool will enjoy all the on-site facilities each hotel has to offer guests and the many white sand beaches that circle the islands. Travellers with an interest in botany and nature will fall in love with the numerous national parks, gardens, rare species and wild plants that grow across both islands.
For travellers seeking an adventure both inland and on the coast, each island offers a range of physical activities including hiking and nature trails, scuba diving, snorkelling, zip lining and cycling. Families are also catered for on this trip with both hotels offering a kids club for the younger members (ages 4-11).
Suitable for ages 4 to 65
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