Seychelles Yacht Charter

If one had to describe paradise then the Seychelles would be a pretty good place to start. The 115 islands that make up the archipelago are dotted across the Indian Ocean like precious gems set in a sapphire sea and their raw, virtually unparalleled beauty are pure perfection for a luxury superyacht charter. The white sugar-sand beaches, pristine waters, cascading waterfalls and lush verdant mountains are home to a kaleidoscope of flora and fauna, all waiting to be discovered above and below the waves as you set sail on the trip of a lifetime.

Set 1,000 miles off the coast of Africa, the main island group of the Seychelles comprises three islands; Mahé, Praslin and La Digue, all boasting many natural harbours to drop anchor in as you make your way from one perfect oasis to the next. To ensure the calmest of seas, the optimum months for a charter here are between April and May or October and November as they fall between the two trade winds that hit the islands each year. Expect to enjoy temperatures of around 30 degrees Celsius all year round with cooling sea breezes to disperse the humidity.

Mahé is the largest of the three main islands, whilst its capital, Victoria, is the smallest in the world. Although small in size, Victoria is big on charm and visitors will be enchanted by the cosmopolitan rainbow of sensory treats, which include vibrant markets selling exotic spices, art studios, botanical gardens, family-run rum distilleries and a colourful port. Enjoy a fabulous blend of fusion cuisine with local dishes taking influence from the best of African, Asian, and European flavours and, as you would expect, some of the world’s best seafood.

Praslin island is possibly the most spectacular and seductive of them all with a host of stylish restaurants and seemingly untouched beaches including the Seychelles’ most celebrated beach, Anse Lazio. Dive beneath the turquoise waters and you will find coral reefs teeming with hawksbill sea turtles, angelfish and manta rays. Venture inland past traditional Creole houses dotted in the hillside and visit the UNESCO site of Vallee de Mai - this is the only location in the world where you will find the Coco de Mer tree; a variety of palm famed for producing the largest nut in the world, weighing an impressive 40lbs.

For those in search of more solitude, why not take a short helicopter ride to the west coast of La Digue island; a secluded sanctuary said to be one the most photographed stretches of coastline in the world and the most idyllic spot for a desert island picnic before some sunbathing or snorkelling. The small community on La Digue will offer a warm welcome to visitors despite being out of reach for mainstream tourists and will proudly share their history and culture through traditional cuisine and stories of times gone by.

Whilst on La Digue, a visit to the Veuve Nature Reserve comes highly recommended with the possibility of glimpsing the rare Black Paradise Flycatcher. Native to the island, there are only around 100 still in existence so it’s must see for nature lovers. As you make your way through the dense reserve you’ll notice wild vanilla scenting the air and hear the calls of sunbirds and blue pigeons.

With its exotic wildlife, picturesque towns and world class beaches, a superyacht charter in the Seychelles provides endless possibilities for creating memories that will last a lifetime.