Best for: Adventure days! With numerous day tour companies on the island, go rock climbing, kayaking, or even scuba diving.

Being home to the international airport, Mahé makes a popular first stop on an island hopping itinerary. There is an impressive array of more than 65 beaches on offer including Intendance Bay and Victoria, the world’s smallest capital, is the perfect place to browse the bustling local markets. Head to Beau Vallon Beach for the only spot on Mahé offering motorised watersports.

The largest island of the Seychelles, home to 90% of its population, is one of the most vibrant of the Seychelles archipelago. With its lush tropical forests, stunning beaches, and granite peaks, it offers a captivating blend of natural beauty and cultural richness. Explore vibrant markets, indulge in delicious Creole cuisine, and discover the enchanting Morne Seychellois National Park for an unforgettable experience.

TF’s best selling hotel in the country is the 4★+ Constance Ephelia Seychelles, and for good reason. Located on a headland on Mahé’s west coast and set within 120 hectares of verdant mangrove forest, Constance Ephelia boasts two of the island’s most idyllic beaches with stunning views. With an excellent array of activities and sense of space throughout, this resort is a popular option for couples and families alike.

Best for: Nature lovers - a chance to spot rare flora and fauna including the curious wild giant tortoise.

Boasting lush rainforests with numerous hiking trails, secluded beaches and vibrant coral reefs, the Seychelles' third largest island is also one of the most tropical. Protected by the Nature Protection Trust of Seychelles, Silhouette is a beautiful island and remains virtually untouched with many unique species of flora. The verdant and mountainous island interior provides a stunning backdrop to powder-soft sands and crystal waters. It is perfect for nature lovers with plenty of activities including walking, biking and hiking trails to explore.

Best for: Beaches – Anse Lazio is frequently named the best beach in the world!

No trip to the Seychelles is complete without visiting Praslin, just a short 20-minute domestic flight from Mahé.

The second largest island in the archipelago, Praslin is famed for its immaculate sands and crystal clear waters, especially at Anse Lazio and Anse Georgette beaches. Perhaps the most iconic feature of the island is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Vallée de Mai where the symbolic Coco de Mer nut grows abundantly in the wild. One of the most iconic hotels on the island is the fabulous 5★ Constance Lemuria. Nestled between three stunning white sand beaches on the northwest coast of Praslin, this property blends in beautifully with its lush natural surroundings and provides a high level of luxury.

Praslin has a more laidback and serene feel than you get on Mahé and the island bans motorised watersports in keeping with this. There is a fantastic range of accommodation to suit all budgets on Praslin and as it’s such an easy hop from Mahé, it is a very popular combination.

Best for: Privacy – with fewer hotels on the island, Félicité is a secluded and untouched gem

Félicité is one of the smaller islands in the Seychelles, but with soaring granite boulders and swaying palm trees, is no less stunning. Surrounded by magnificent coral reefs teeming with marine life, the warm water is perfect for snorkelling and a must for any nature lovers. Félicité is also home to the exclusive, eco-conscious 5★+ Six Senses Zil Pasyon. Embracing spectacular natural surrounds, this understated and luxurious sanctuary is the epitome of idyllic seclusion, providing relaxed sophistication.

Best for: Cuisine – since La Digue is an island inhabited by many ethnic groups, the local cuisine is a mix of international flavours, with a specific focus on fish.

After a 30 minute ferry from Praslin, take a step back in time and adopt a much slower pace of life on charming La Digue. The fourth largest island in the Seychelles, La Digue is a picturesque tropical paradise. Famous for its stunning beaches like Anse Source d'Argent, it exudes a laid-back charm. The leafy meandering avenues and sleepy island ways allow for the tranquillity and the raw natural beauty of the island to shine through. With few cars on the island, bicycles and traditional ox carts are the main mode of transport for both people and produce. Either stay a night or two or just visit for a day from either Praslin or Félicité.

4★ Boutique Le Domaine de L'Orangeraie is the island's most famous hotel. A quaint property with a lush tropical setting, local architecture and warm welcome, this unique hideaway provides the ultimate destination for peace and rejuvenation. Situated just north of La Digue’s main town, La Passe, and a five minute walk from the stunning Anse Severe beach, this relaxed and friendly property is a great base for exploring La Digue.

Best for: Switching off – get back to nature by removing technology and distractions to fully unwind.

A private island ideal for a more intimate Robinson Crusoe style experience. A fabulous and scenic 30-minute domestic flight operates once daily from Mahé taking you to this private paradise where you can relax on your own secluded beach, enjoy fantastic snorkeling, kayaking or even try your hand at deep sea fishing. As the only coral island we feature in the Seychelles, Denis Island has a far more ‘Maldivian’ feel about it than the other options.

4★ Denis Private Island resort provides guests with complete seclusion and encourages a no keys, TVs or mobile phones policy for an authentic, distraction-free, island experience. The palm-fringed shorelines, powder white sands and clear turquoise waters filled with an array of marine life are all you need to enjoy barefoot luxury on this enchanting coral island. Resembling a home away from home, this delightful hideaway delivers an eco-friendly adventure into secluded island living. Take an educational guided walk to spot native birds and re-introduced endangered species, visit the giant tortoise sanctuary or join the conservation team with their daily turtle patrols. With a fully functional farm that produces some of the freshest and tastiest food the Seychelles has to offer, this will be a highlight of any island hopping itinerary.

Island hopping is the ultimate way to explore the Seychelles

South East trade winds are generally May - October so seas can be rougher

Best diving visibility is normally October – May

For more inspiration take a look at our Seychelles Holidays pages.