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Sustainability Levy in Seychelles: What Visitors Need to Know from January 2026 If you’re planning a trip to Seychelles from January 2026 onwards, there’s good news when it comes to understanding local tourism fees and what you can expect to pay during your stay. Seychelles is introducing changes to its Tourism Environmental Sustainability Levy, a […]
Three exciting new Freediving Expeditions for 2026 announced by Freediving Seychelles Freediving Seychelles is set to unveil three extraordinary 10-day live aboard expeditions and retreats taking place in 2026. Each expedition is designed for ocean lovers, adventure seekers, and anyone craving a transformative experience in nature. Whether you’re passionate about freediving, exploring untouched marine ecosystems, […]
Visitor Arrivals Up by 12%! Asia and the Americas Bring the Buzz It’s official, Seychelles is having a very good year! Visitor numbers are up 12% so far, with 308,854 arrivals recorded by mid-October 2025. That’s already 32,000 more visitors than the same time last year! And the best part? We’re welcoming more travellers from […]
Hey! Have you heard? Festival Kreol is celebrating its 40th anniversary! Festival Kreol Program Here Yep, 2025 is a huge year for us Seychellois, it’s the 40th Edition of the Festival Kreol, and honestly, it’s something to celebrate! This isn’t just a festival… it’s our culture, our identity, and the heartbeat of the Creole spirit […]
Travel Advisory – Emirates Cancels Flights via Seychelles to Madagascar September 29, 2025 Emirates has announced that several flights to and from Madagascar will be cancelled this week due to ongoing civil unrest. 🔹 Affected dates: Tuesday, September 30 & Wednesday, October 1🔹 Routes impacted: Dubai – Antananarivo Seychelles – Antananarivo Return flights from Antananarivo […]
Update 29/09/2025 Update: Presidential Election Heads to Second Round The 2025 Presidential elections will see Linyon Demokratik Seselwa’s (LDS) Wavel Ramkalawan go head-to-head against Dr. Patrick Herminie of United Seychelles (US) in a second round of voting scheduled for 9, 10, and 11 October 2025. The same rules will apply — expect peaceful proceedings, some […]
Seychelles Tourism 2025 Record Arrivals, New Adventures & Authentic Island Charm Tourism in Seychelles is riding a wave of success in 2025! In just the first seven months of the year, the islands welcomed over 223,000 visitors, a 10.6% jump compared to last year, putting Seychelles on track for a record-breaking year. The buzz is […]
Seychellois Freediver Smashes Records in Egypt Seychelles’ own Sophie — founder of Freediving Seychelles — has made history at an international freediving competition in Egypt, setting not one, but three national records for Seychelles! After a month of intense training in Dahab, a global freediving hotspot, Sophie competed in the AIDA Freediving World Event held […]
Beau Vallon Gets Vibrant New Bazaar Beau Vallon Beachfront Gets a New Look with Launch of Beau Vallon Beach Bazaar A new chapter begins for the iconic Beau Vallon promenade with a vibrant marketplace, cultural installations, and local entrepreneur support. The beachfront at Beau Vallon, one of Seychelles’ most beloved tourist hubs, has officially been […]
SHUTTLE SERVICES – AGRICULTURE & FOOD FAIR 2025 📍Venue: Stad Linite📅 Date: Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th June 2025 Saturday 28th June – Opening Day Shuttle Route: Victoria Terminal ↔ Stad Linite Departure From To Return From To 09:30 Victoria Terminal Stad Linite 10:00 Stad Linite Victoria 11:30 Victoria Terminal Stad Linite 12:00 Stad Linite […]
New Coastal Watch Group for Seychelles Beaches The Danny Faure Foundation officially launched the Community Coastal Watch Group (CCWG) – CoastSnap Programme on Tuesday morning at Beach Shak Bar & Grill, Beau Vallon. The event was attended by the Founder and Chairman of the Foundation, Former President Danny Faure, alongside the venue’s owner and invited […]
Seychelles Opens Landmark Coral Restoration Facility Africa’s First Land-Based Coral Aquaculture Facility Opens on Praslin Island In a major milestone for marine conservation and climate resilience, Africa’s first land-based coral aquaculture facility has officially opened its doors on Praslin Island. The Assisted Recovery of Corals (ARC) Facility, built by Nature Seychelles, was inaugurated on May […]
