Is there seaweed in Seychelles?

Seaweed can be found closer to the coastline from May to September when the cooler, drier South East trade winds arrive. Not only can this take away from the pristine looking beauty of the shoreline, but it can also make it harder to swim in the sea.



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Certain areas experience reduced visibility when the wind gets up, this is particularly the case between May and September, and lots of seaweed floating about at this time of year can make it worse. All things considered April and October are the best months but you'll enjoy great diving and snorkeling anytime of year.

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The best time to visit the Seychelles is between April and May, or October and November, as these are the calmer periods between the two trade winds which hit the island each year. The northwest trade wind blows from November to March and the southeast wind from May to September.

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Swimming during tropical maritime species is an incredible experience during your vacation in Seychelles where there is no shortage of beaches. Mahé Island, Praslin Island, Saint-Anne Island and La Digue Island… All of these Seychelles islands are full of beautiful beaches for a breath-taking experience!

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Don't walk alone in the area and be extremely vigilant at all times. Theft is common on beaches. Avoid deserted beaches and solo trips to the beach, other than at major hotels. A beach security unit composed of police men and women patrols the main public beaches.

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While local tap water meets World Health Organization's specifications, the Seychelles Islands official tourism website advises visitors to drink bottled water because the chlorinated tap water may not be safe to drink.

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Couples: Either country makes a great choice for a honeymoon or romantic vacation, depending on what you consider romantic. If you like to be kept busy, doing lots of activities together, head to Mauritius. If you'd prefer the tranquility and privacy of a more exclusive, untouched destination, choose Seychelles.

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How many days should you plan for a Seychelles holiday? A classic Seychelles holiday lasts between 10 and 14 days. This duration means that you have enough time to visit three different Seychelles islands to get to know their own individual beauty and tempos.

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As most of your days will be spent on the beach, you're advised to pack hats, sunglasses and sunscreen, along with plenty of casual beach wear – swimming costumes, sandals, sarongs, shorts, t-shirts and summer dresses.

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Alcohol is a legal consumer product and its moderate consumption by adults is acceptable behaviour.

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Tap water meets W.H.O. (World Health Organization) specifications and is safe to drink nationwide. Because tap water is chlorinated, however, visitors are advised to drink bottled water but there is no imperative to avoid soft drinks, alcoholic drinks and ice.

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As a honeymoon destination, Seychelles is better as it remains less crowded with secluded beaches, and the naturally beautiful scenery adding to the romantic charm of the place. However, this does not mean that Bali is altogether a bad place for couples. Above all, it depends on what are both of your interests.

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Both have beautiful water and great beaches, though I would rate the beaches in Seychelles as superior. Generally speaking, Zanzibar is much less expensive and is more of a mass market destination than Seychelles. Zanzibar has a population of about 1.5 million, while Seychelles has a population of less than 100,000.

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Phuket will be more of budget trip. Seychelles is no doubt an amazing place but expensive again. But you can experience lot many activities and can visit different islands by hiring a car by your own. It also depends on who you are travelling along with.

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Accommodation, food and transport in Bali is generally cheaper than in Seychelles. For those looking for luxurious experiences, Seychelles can be costly, due to the higher costs of luxury hotels and restaurants. However, for those looking for budget-friendly trips, Bali is often the better choice.

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Contributing to the high cost of living in Seychelles – 115 islands in the western Indian Ocean - is the fact that 80 percent of what is consumed is imported. The government has started to put in place measures to curb the cost of living.

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Sure, they really worth it! Seychelles is a unique place. You won`t find SUCH nature and landscapes in Bora-Bora or anywhere else, they are different. From what I have seen in Seychelles, I think you will hardly find an over-the-water bungalow.

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Pirates ships off the coast of Seychelles While there have been some pirate attacks near the Seychelles coast, travelers do not need to worry about safety. Island hopping between popular destinations has not been affected in Seychelles.

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Common foods and dishes
  • Chicken dishes, such as chicken curry and coconut milk.
  • Coconut curry.
  • Dhal (lentils)
  • Fish curry.
  • Saffron rice.
  • Fresh tropical fruits.
  • Ladob is eaten either as a savory dish or as a dessert.


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Crime. Most visits to Seychelles are trouble free. However, there have been instances of break-ins, robberies, burglaries and opportunist thefts against residents, expatriates and tourists. Crime is generally non-violent, but bags have been snatched, cars broken into and tourists robbed while walking at night.

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