Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands in the Western Indian Ocean. Most travellers from India fly into Seychelles International Airport on Mahé, the largest island. Our research found no direct flights from the Indian cities we cover, so plan for one stop, with flight times of about nine to thirteen hours. English is widely used in hotels, tourism and transport, so communication is simple for Indian visitors.
The islands suit different kinds of trips. Mahé combines Victoria, the capital, with Morne Seychellois National Park and the Beau Vallon beaches. Praslin is home to Vallée de Mai and its giant endemic palms, with Anse Lazio nearby. La Digue offers cycling lanes, granite scenery and Anse Source d'Argent. A boat trip from Praslin reaches Curieuse Island, known for free-ranging Aldabra giant tortoises.
Our Seychelles Island Hop 6N package covers Mahé, Praslin and La Digue over seven days, with two nights on Mahé, three on Praslin and one on La Digue. It suits first-time visitors and couples who want beaches, hikes and boat trips without rushing. Travellers often say the destination can feel slow after five days, so island hopping suits many guests better than one long stay. If you are comparing options, read about Maldives for one-resort privacy or Mauritius for a different island mix. For background, see our Seychelles travel guide.