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4-Day Itinerary for Indian Ocean

  1. Day 1: Mahé Island
    20 minutes (6.1 miles) from Seychelles International Airport

    In the morning, explore the beautiful beaches of Mahé Island such as Beau Vallon or Anse Royale. In the afternoon, visit the Victoria market, the smallest capital city in the world. In the evening, dine at the famous La Plage Restaurant. Reservations are highly recommended.

  2. Day 2: Nosy Be Island
    25 minutes (8.7 miles) from Fascene Airport

    In the morning, go on a nature walk in the Lokobe Reserve, home to the black lemur. In the afternoon, visit Nosy Be's most famous beach, Madirokely Beach, and enjoy water sports such as snorkeling and diving. In the evening, dine at Ravintsara Wellness Hotel Restaurant, known for its fresh seafood and beautiful views.

  3. Day 3: La Digue Island
    15 minutes (4.3 miles) from Praslin Airport

    In the morning, rent a bicycle and explore the beautiful beaches of La Digue Island such as Source d'Argent and Anse Cocos. In the afternoon, visit Union Estate Park and see the traditional coconut oil mill and vanilla plantation. In the evening, enjoy a Creole dinner at Snack Bellevue Restaurant.

  4. Day 4: Zanzibar Island
    10 minutes (3.1 miles) from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport

    In the morning, visit Stone Town and see the historic Arab Fort and Sultan's Palace. In the afternoon, take a spice tour and learn about the history and uses of local spices such as cloves and cinnamon. In the evening, dine at The Rock Restaurant, a unique seafood restaurant on a small island off the coast of Zanzibar.

Recommendations

Other local attractions and experiences to consider include swimming with dolphins in Zanzibar, hiking to the top of Morne Seychellois in Mahé Island, visiting the giant tortoises on Curieuse Island in the Seychelles, and exploring the Jozani Forest Reserve in Zanzibar. A side trip to the Bazaruto Archipelago in Mozambique is also worth considering.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • La Plage Restaurant (2 hours, $50)
  • Lokobe Reserve (3 hours, $20)
  • Ravintsara Wellness Hotel Restaurant (2 hours, $70)
  • Union Estate Park (2 hours, $10)
  • Snack Bellevue Restaurant (2 hours, $30)
  • Stone Town (2 hours, $5)
  • Spice Tour (3 hours, $25)
  • The Rock Restaurant (2 hours, $80)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $290
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