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seychelles-exotic-toursSeychelles, comprising 115 granitic and coralline islands in the Indian Ocean, is a popular destination for exotic luxury holiday seekers.

The archipelago lies between 475 km and 1620 km off the coast of East Africa and it boasts some of the world's most exotic beaches.

Beaches of Seychelles include Anse Source d'Argent the famous beach on La Digue that is framed by impressive granite rocks, Anse Cocos on the eastern coast of La Digue (the fourth largest island in Seychelles), Anse Patates lying on the northern most tip of the La Digue, Anse a la Mouche, Anse Forbans and Anse Union among others.

The cultural heart of Seychelles is formed by Mahé, Praslin and La Digua islands. Seychelles exotic tours in Mahé, Praslin and La Digua islands have over the years drawn numerous visitors from around the world. Measuring 28 km long and 8 km wide, Mahé is the principal island of Seychelles and the home to the Mahé International Airport.

Major attractions in Mahé include Victoria's Clock Tower - a copy of the 'Little Ben' tower outside London's Victoria station, Morne Seychellois National Park, the Botanical gardens - highly recommended for their giant tortoises and the endemic plant species, and Beau Vallon Beach - the biggest and the most popular beach on Mahé.Six islands around Mahe form the Ste Anne Marine National Park, the best place to explore the underwater life. Round Island, one of the six islands, is the best places for genuine Creole cuisine.

Praslin is the second popular island in Seychelles, renowned for the legendary Coco-de-mer nut that grow on ancient giant palms in the wondrous Vallee de Mai Forest and L'Union Estate that hosts one of the most pristline beaches in Seychelles.

Located 44 km to the north east of Mahe, Praslin features exquisite beaches such as Anse Boudin, Anse Georgette, Anse Lazio, Anse La Farine, Anse Possession, Anse Matelot, Grand Anse, Anse Volbert, Anse Kerlan. On the other hand, time seems to stand still on La Digue where on-carts hold sway on the paths to the dream beach of Anse La Sourced Argent.

Mahé International Airport - the hub of Air Seychelles (national airline of the Republic of Seychelles) is the entry point for international tourists. Air Seychelles connects Mahé with four European Capitals and 3 major cities around the Indian Ocean on a weekly basis. The carrier also operates numerous inter island flights every day. There is also a helicopter service between Mahé, the main island, Silhouette, Fregate and North Island.

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