Christmas Holidays in the Seychelles

Looking for the perfect Christmas holiday destination? Well, Seychelles is the perfect place to visit, especially with their lush, tropical appearance and year round sunshine. The 118 Seychelles Islands are located slightly on the southern side of the equator but only a few of them are inhabited. The islands are not all about sunshine though, since they do receive generous rainfalls all year round, that helps keep the area green and attractive.

As you visit the Seychelles, you will find a harmonious blend of lush tropical forests, towering granite peaks, idyllic views, virgin atolls edged by crowded coral reefs, and isolated sand bars all awaiting your exploration. The Christmas holiday offers you one of the best time to visit the warm islands, especially with the north-westerly trade winds blowing, thus making it ideal for fishing, snorkeling, swimming and walks & trails/hiking. During the Christmas holiday, you can enjoy strolling along the white sand beaches lined up with lazy palm trees, making the atmosphere unique, inviting and enjoyable.

The conditions at ocean also offer the best atmosphere for deep sea fishing, where catching marlin and tuna is the order of the day. If you are nature lover, the Seychelles Islands will definitely present you with a memorable Christmas experience. You can enjoy Island hopping, bird watching and also visit multiple ancient sites and buildings. However since most people are Catholics, you’ll be able to participate in masses for the holidays and visit if you want a service, at every town.

Each island offers something unique and you can visit St. Pirre, Cousin and Curieuse if you are interested in scenic options and tourist attractions. On the other hand, you can head to Victoria region if you are the kind of tourist that wants to interact with the busier site of Seychelles. Seychelles is also home to some of the most amazing Christmas beach parties that will add a sweet feel to your holiday. You can choose to discover the beauty of different islands where you get the opportunity to indulge in lots of activities. Luxury catamaran, cruise ships and crewed sailing yachts offer the best opportunity for island cruising thus giving you the chance to explore different Islands and have a feel of what each has to offer.