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Seychelles Traveler Advice
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| Visa (1) | Warnings (1) |
Requirements for entering Seychelles (Visa)
Visa is not required for all nationalities, but you have to prepare the following to be allowed access: *A passport that is valid for at least six months *Proof of accommodation or hotel bookings before...Read full tip...
Tipping (Itineraries)
It is okay not to tip in Seychelles because aside from the fact that it's expensive to travel here, most services already include a service charge of five to 10 percent of your bill. Tipping, therefore...Read full tip...
Look for budget beds (Accommodation)
Most accommodations in Seychelles are very expensive. Some islands also have only one hotel that can cater to only 10 people. To keep your expenses down, it is better to rent a bungalow or an apartment...Read full tip...
Rape in Seychelles is second highest in the world (Warnings)
Seychelles has the second highest rape cases in the world, hence, if you are a woman, remember to avoid dark streets and sparsely occupied beaches. Do not also swim or stroll in the beaches alone. Remember...Read full tip...
Check out the world's biggest tortoises in Aldabra (Itineraries)
If you're looking for great diving in Africa, look for Aldabra Island. It's a World Heritage Site for being the home of the biggest population of the world's largest tortoises. The island has coral gardens...Read full tip...
See the rare coco de mer of Vallée de Mai (Sights)
The World Heritage-listed Vallée de Mai in Praslin and the nearby Curieuse Island are the only places in the world where you can see the very rare coco de mer (nut of the sea) palms growing in...Read full tip...