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Seychelles International
Airport (SEZ)
Location: The airport
is located six miles (10km) south of Victoria on the island of Mahé.Time:
GMT +4.Contacts: Tel: +248 384 000.Getting to the city: Taxis and coaches
are available to carry passengers to any point on the island. A bus service
to Victoria is also available.Car rental: Car rental agencies represented
at the airport include Hertz, Europcar, Budget and Avis.Facilities: The
airport consists of an international and domestic terminal featuring duty
free shopping, banking and currency exchange, a post office, restaurant
and lounge.Parking: Short- and long-term parking is available.Departure
Tax: None.
Airport Facilities
Money and communications:
There are mail boxes, a bank, ATMs and a bureau de change. Public telephones
can be found throughout the airport. Internet facilities are available
on the first floor of the International Departure lounge and there is Wi-Fi
Internet access in all of the International Terminal.
Eating and drinking:
There are restaurants and bars in both passenger terminals.
Shopping: There are duty-free
shops in the Arrival and Departure halls of the International Terminal.
There are more shops available on the concourse.
Luggage: Trolleys and
left-luggage facilities are available.
Other facilities: These
include a travel agent.
Transfer Between Terminals
There is a walkway between
the two passenger terminals. It takes two minutes to walk from one to the
other.
Driving Directions
From Victoria city centre,
head towards the southeast following signs for the airport.
Car Parking
There are 40 short-term
and over 100 long-term parking spaces at the airport with direct access
to terminal buildings.
Car Hire
Car hire is available
at the airport from Avis, Hertz and Sixt, as well as from a couple of local
operators. Car rental desks are located in Arrivals and Departures. Most
of them are open only when there is a flight in or out of the airport
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Seychelles Local Events
Whilst known for its
peaceful and laid-back atmosphere, there are still a number of traditional
festivals, cultural celebrations and events in the Seychelles which are
an enjoyable time to plan a Seychelles vacation. We list all the latest
news and Seychelles events below so make sure you check back here often
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Christianity is the major
religion of Seychelles, and The Feast of the Assumption of Mary is the
major festival. The main celebration of this festival is held in the church
at La Digue, the smallest of the three islands, where locals from Praslin
and Mahe also converge to offer their gratitude and prayers to the Virgin
Mary
Attractions in Seychelles:
In addition to the world
famous beaches of Seychelles, there are a host of special attractions in
Seychelles for the visitors. These include the legendry Vallee de Mai in
Praslin. L'Union Estate in La Digue Island is home to the one of the most
pristline beaches in Seychelles.
Aride Island, is one of
the world's most important Nature Reserve. Aride Island is home to breeding
seabirds of ten species endemic birds such as Magpie Robins, Fodies, Brush
Warblers. Ile Coco Marine National Park is set around 3 small islet in
shallow turquoise sea by large expanses of coral reefs. The combination
of red and green, colour the hillside of Curieuse Island and gives it its
unique characteristics. The hills are peppered with Coco de mer trees,
of the eternal symbols of the Seychelles.
Most visitors vist The Curieuse
Marine National Park by chartered boad from Praslin. Standing at a height
of 740 m Silhoutte Marine National Park is the only "paper park" left in
Seychelles. Set in turquoise sea Anne Marine National Park has one of the
largest areas of sea grass meadows in the granitic islands.
Mahe measuring 28 km
long by 8 km wide, is the largest island in Seychelles. Mahe is tranportation
hub for island-hop and day excursion to neighbouring islands and all other
islands within Seychelles.
Praslin lies 44 km to the
North East of Mahe. The island features exquisite beaches such as Anse
Boudin, Anse Georgette, Anse Lazio, Anse La Farine, Anse Possession, Anse
Matelot, Grand Anse, Anse Volbert, Anse Kerlan.
La Digue is the fourth
largest island in Seychelles. The La Digue Island is home to the rare Seychelles
black paradise flycatcher. The island features legendary beaches such as
Anse Source d'Argent.
Aride Island is most unspoilled
of all island in Seychelles and is located 10 km North of Praslin. Aride
Island is also home to rare species of flora including Wright Gardenia.
Water surrounding Aride Island are rich in fish life such Dolphins and
Hawksbill
Bird Island is situated
28 miles from Denis Island. Bird Island Lodge is situated 30 minute flight
from Mahe, Bird Island is Seychelles most northly island, surrounded by
sparkling white beaches and crystal blue waters.
Cerf Island is situated within
the Ste. Anne Marine National Park, Cerf is Mahe closest neighbour and
offers excellent swimming and snorkelling as well as several great beaches.
Cousin Island lies South
West of Praslin. It is home to Seychelles rarest bird, such as The Seychelles
Bush Warbler and The Seychelles Magpie Robin
Curieuse Island is located
North West of Praslin. The Island boasts an endemic vine, eight different
species of mangroves. Curieuse is home to the exciting giant land tortoise
as well as the Coco de mer which grows naturally on the Curieuse Island.
Denis Island lies 85 km
North of Victoria, Mahe and 28 miles from Bird Island. Denis Island offers
facilities such as Diving, WindSurfing, Canoeing on its beaches. Denis
is home to varied vegetation such tress as Casuarina, Badamier, Takamaka.
Felicite Island is located
4 km from La Digue and in close proxity to other La Digue satellites such
as Sister Islands, Marianne and Ile Cocos. Felicite beautiful beaches at
La Penice offers swimming and snorkeling facilities.
Fregate Island is located
55 km from Mahe. The island features a luxurious lodge offering comfort
and amenities. Anse Victorin is located on Fregate Island. Access to this
beach is most convenient to guests staying at Fregate Island Private resort.
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Moyenne Island is located
6 km East of Mahe and is also located within The Ste. Anne Marine National
Park. Moyenne Island is situated in close proximity to Ruond Island, Long
Island and Ste. Ane. The island offers snorkelling and trekking facilites.
Silhouette Island is Seychelles
third largest island and is located 30 km off Mahe western coast and in
close proximity to North Island. Anse La Passe beach and Anse Lascars is
located on Silhouette Island.
Ste. Anne Island the largest
island of Ste. Anne Marine National Park, is located 4 km East Coast of
Mahe and is close proximity to Cerf Island, Round Island and Moyenne Island.
Ste. Anne is home to Seychelles newest 6 star resort, Sainte Anne Resort. |
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