If there is somewhere heaven on earth, it is the Seychelles. Warm sparkling waters of the Indian Ocean, pristine white sands, coconut palms with wide crowns, flawless blue sky - many dream of indulging in carefree bliss on these islands. If you are also one of them, we advise you to carefully choose your travel time. In this article, the specialists of the Tour-Calendar will tell you why many tourists choose the period from May to October for their holidays in the Seychelles.
Tourist season in Seychelles
Seychelles is a real lifesaver for travel agencies and tourists who want to return to summer on any of the 365 days of the year. This is one of the few destinations in the world where you can go without fear of ruining your vacation absolutely in any season. Thanks to the establishment of offshore legislation, business tourism is also developed in the Seychelles. V last years the increase in the main entrance flow to these irresistible atolls is provided at the expense of the French, Germans and Russians. Low season lasts from November to March, while the peak of the high season is from May to September.
Beach season in Seychelles
The swimming season in the Seychelles never ends, since the water temperature rarely drops below +26 degrees. An obstacle to getting water bliss can only be occasional storms and heavy downpours, which are most likely from November to April. They do not lose the relaxed nature of swimming in October and April, but in the summer the elements sometimes reward swimmers with “slaps in the face”. But overweight clouds do not threaten sunburn. In "our" winter, the water warms up to maximum marks of +28 .. + 30 ° C. However, in conditions of heat and high humidity, bathing does not bring the desired pleasure.
Surfing and windsurfing season
The 115 atolls are washed by turquoise waves to suit every surfer's taste. Best season to tame the water element - this is the period from May to September, when the southeast winds blow and high waves... Although here it is equally important which spot you go to. For example, on Anse Grande Beach on Mahe Island, the season is from November to April.
Diving season
The water area of the Seychelles archipelago can be compared to a giant aquarium with a bright and varied marine life. Underwater world islands amazes even the most sophisticated explorers of the ocean depths. Diving here is one of the most spectacular in the world. The most suitable time for diving is from April to May and from September to October, when visibility is maximum under water, there are no storms, and the coral world of the Indian Ocean is presented in all its glory. The most popular dive sites are Aldabra Atoll, Farquhar Archipelago and Recife Island. All divers need to be aware of the dangers of encountering sharks. To avoid it, you should swim and dive only in specially designated places.
The best time for excursions
Almost all attractions in the Seychelles are natural: marine national parks, equatorial forests, gorgeous beaches and fantastic sunsets. Their inspection is not an end in itself, but only a pleasant addition to the main idle rest. So we can conclude that the excursion season is year-round.
Fishing season
If you are not indifferent to fishing, be sure that it is famous in the Seychelles! Even professional athletes are engaged in fishing in the Seychelles. The confluence of warm equatorial currents creates a wonderful breeding ground for plankton, which is the main food for most ocean inhabitants. Therefore, as a catch, you can get an incredible number of incredible trophies of record sizes. The fishing season lasts all year round, but still there is a productive season for each fish. So, blue marlin "goes" better from October to March; tuna and barracuda - from June to September; bonfish, trevally, majori, swordfish - from November to May. The seasons are also distinguished according to the types of fishing. Deep sea fishing is good all year round, and casting, fly fishing and bottom fishing reward enthusiasts from late fall to late spring.
Sea Turtle Watching Season
The Seychelles are famous for their rich fauna. From November to March, giant sea turtles come ashore to lay their eggs. Many of them are found only in these latitudes.
Ornithological season
On the northernmost island of the Seychelles archipelago, Bird, in October-November and in April-May, migratory birds make the pass. This is a very good time to observe many species of birds. Perhaps you will not see such a concentration of birds as here in any corner of the planet.
Wedding season
Seychelles- "wedding destination" number 1 among newly married couples and young spouses who wish to spend their honeymoon unforgettably. The pristine nature, breathtaking landscapes, the air saturated with romance and the Seychelles' closeness from the outside world give them a special appeal and charm. The secluded tranquility and bliss offered by the islands, complete with comfort and first-class service, are a rare commodity in our bustling world. This is probably why these heavenly lands an endless stream of newlyweds arrive and arrive. By the way, in the Seychelles you can not only have an unforgettable vacation with your soul mate, but also hold a wedding ceremony. Few people know that marriages concluded here are recognized as valid in almost all countries of the world, including on the territory of the Russian Federation. The certificate will have the same legal force if you got married in an ordinary district registry office. The most popular and therefore the most expensive season is from May to October. But this does not mean at all that during the rest of the year the Seychelles are empty. Showers, although they fall on the archipelago, do not last very long, and are always replaced by a bright sun.
It's time for holidays and festivals
Seychelles is a relatively young state, but it knows no shortage of holidays. The most important are: January 1 and 2 - New Year, May 1 - Labor Day, June 5 - Liberation Day, June 18 - National Reconciliation Day, June 29 - Independence Day, August 15 - Dormition of the Most Holy Theotokos, November 1 - All Saints Day, December 8 - Day of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary, 25 December - Christmas. Easter is not the last place in the life of local islanders. Every year the date of this bright holiday falls on a different Sunday in March, April or May. If we talk about festivals, then among the most ambitious I would like to highlight the health festival Mind Body Spirit (second half of June), the Week of Creole culture (end of October), the fishing tournament on the high seas "La Digue Offshore Tournament", the French week (in the 20th dates of March), International Carnival and Cultural Bazaars (April).
Seychelles climate
Seychelles is located in a tropical climatic zone... Due to its proximity to the equator, temperature fluctuations throughout the year are insignificant. But for the sake of form, it is still customary to distinguish 2 seasons: wet hot (from December to May) and dry cold (from June to November). It should be borne in mind that in recent years, due to global climatic processes, the seasons are gradually blurring, therefore this distinction is very conditional. But, one way or another, being decently removed from the zones of formation of weather cyclones, Seychelles can boast of one of the most calm climate in these latitudes.
Seychelles in spring
In March and April, the damp northwest trade winds continue to dominate, bringing abundant rainfall and clouds to the islands. True, it should be noted that the amount of precipitation is no longer as great as in the winter months, and closer to May it becomes completely insignificant. As a rule, it rains at night and does not last long, so they do not cause any particular inconvenience to rest. In early spring, strong gusty winds are not excluded, provoking the onset of storms on the ocean. This, of course, does not play into the hands of tourists. But the winds prevent the heat from stagnating over the Eden landscapes. Usually in May, the weather stabilizes, and a fertile time comes, opening up a wide scope for vacation activities.
Temperature and weather in the Seychelles in spring
Seychelles in summer
Summer (according to our calculations) months represent the height of the dry and conditionally "cold" season, when wet trade winds are replaced by cool southeastern monsoons. The relative humidity is slowly returning to an acceptable level, causing high temperatures even the most susceptible to them people are transferred quite easily. The lack of heat does not mean that it is impossible to burn out in the sun. The level of insolation on clear days (and most of them in summer) is extremely high, so if you do not want to get burns, do not forget to use it regularly. sunscreen, preferably with a high SPF factor. As for the sea, in June the monsoons only come into their own, therefore they do not greatly disturb the water surface. But in July and August, the ocean is often hectic.
Temperature and weather in the Seychelles in summer
Those who plan to see the Clock Tower, the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and the Emmanuel estate, go in for underwater sports, climb Mount Nid d'Egle (a breathtaking panorama of La Digue Island opens from a height of more than 300 m; you can reach the foot by bike, after which active tourists there will be a 30-minute climb), a trip to the Craft Village and national park Vallee de Mae, spend time on the Grand Anse beach, visit the cinnamon plantations there, walk along Marquette Street, orchid garden and Botanical Garden Mont Fleury, is invariably interested in the question: "How much to fly to from?"
How many hours to fly from Moscow to the Seychelles?
If you need to get to the Seychelles not only in winter, but also in other months, then you can use the services of Emirates Airlines (the flight through will take about 13 hours) or Qatar Airways (when flying through the dock, it will take at least 40 minutes). The latter option is cheaper, and Qatar Airlines flies to the Seychelles every day, except Mondays. Those who are interested in flying through European cities (Amsterdam, Paris, London) will spend about 20 hours on the road, and besides, such a trip will cost several times more.
Flight Moscow - Praslin
Despite the fact that Moscow and Praslin are separated by 6889 km ( minimum price air tickets - 26,800-49,600 rubles), due to the lack of direct flights, you will have to make transfers: a flight through Paris and Mahe will take 21 hours, through Dubai and Mahe - 23 hours, through and Mahe - 16.5 hours, through and Mahe - 19 hours ... Upon arrival at Praslin Island Airport, travelers will find there a recreation area, a currency exchange office, and a cafe.
Flight Moscow - Victoria
For those who wish to make a direct flight Moscow - (there are 8305 km between them), in winter it makes sense to resort to the services of the Air Seychelles carrier, which flies 9 hours long, once every 10 days. As for air tickets, their cost has a wide range: for example, in August they are sold at a price of 29,700 rubles, and in December - at 246,000 rubles. Those who stopped in Abu Dhabi will be at least 12 hours later, at 23-26 hours later, at least 21 hours later, at least 16 hours later, Frankfurt am Main after 15.5 hours Doha and Abu Dhabi - after 17 hours, in Doha and Mumbai - after 18 hours, in Dubai - after 17.5 hours, in Dubai - after more than 19.5 hours, in and Dubai - after 17 hours 15 minutes, in Dubai - after 18.5 hours, and in Frankfurt am Main - after 18 hours and 15 minutes.
Seychelles International Airport equipped with: ATMs, currency exchange offices and bank branches; VIP lounge (where guests will find TVs, wireless Internet access, massage chairs, a bar with snacks and soft drinks); internet terminals and public telephones; duty-free shops (they sell souvenirs and national goods of the islands at attractive prices) and car rental points (they will ask you to pay 45 euros / day for a budget runabout); restaurants and bars.
To get to the center of Victoria (trip duration - no more than 20 minutes), it is advisable to take a bus, the stop of which is located in front of the airport. But it should be borne in mind that buses run from 6 am to 5-6 pm, so if the plane lands on Seychelles after this time, you will have to hire a taxi.
Since there are no hotels on the territory of the airport (when leaving it from everyone who is 12 years old, a fee of $ 40 is charged), it will take about 1 hour to get to the nearest accommodation facility.
