Stay on La Digue Island, and enjoy the best of Island hopping in Seychelles
La Digue Island is ideally located close to a variety of other islands to explore, making it your perfect base for island hopping in Seychelles! Praslin, Seychelles’ second largest island is only a 15-minute ferry ride away, and the main island of Mahé is an hour by ferry, making these great options for day trips away from La Digue. But there also many other islands a very short distance from La Digue that you can explore on a boat charter adventure.
Various boat operators located at La Digue’s La Passe jetty offer half-day and full-day excursions, and the major tour operators in Seychelles also offer island hopping adventures from La Digue. For Praslin and Mahé, you can simply book a return ticket on the ferry.
Great island hopping in Seychelles for day trips from La Digue
Mahé Island
Mahé, the largest and most populated island, is the centre of commerce in Seychelles, and is home to the capital of Victoria, the international airport, as well as many great beaches, hikes and dive spots. Mahé is also the cultural and historical hub of the country, boasting an array of attractions for visitors
Praslin Island
Praslin is home to the Vallée de Mai UNESCO World heritage site. This unique tropical forest is a popular attraction, as well as is the famous Anse Lazio beach.Praslin is the second biggest island in Seychelles but is sparsely populated in comparison to Mahé, making this a much more pristine island experience, with beautiful beaches, great hikes and shops and restaurants to enjoy.
Aride Island
Aride Island Nature Reserve is a private island that is open to the public on day tours. Only the park rangers live on this island, and there is no accommodation, but a visit to the island is well worth it, to see the untouched forests, beautiful beaches and thousands of land and sea birds (as well as other creatures) that call the island home! Be sure to do the hike that takes you to see the nesting site of the majestic Fregate birds.
Other Nearby Islands Include:
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Where to stay?
Lakaz Safran Guesthouse is situated in La Passe village – the heart of La Digue Island, Seychelles. A two minute walk from the ferry, here you’ll find comfortable and stylish Bed and Breakfast lodgings, marked by the famous Seychellois hospitality and centrally located to a host of shops, restaurants and attractions. Come discover the magic of La Digue Island, come stay at Lakaz Safran!
Our Selection of Rooms on La Digue Island, Seychelles