Perhaps one of the most alluring characteristics of the Seychelles is the clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean that surround the islands. The stunning topography of expansive reefs, walls, pinnacles, drop-offs, wrecks and canyons make for one of the most diverse marine environments around, teeming with fish and coral life. Around the inner reefs, marine life you can expect to see angelfish, butterflyfish, octopus, lionfish, nudibranchs and mantis shrimp. Slightly further out, schools of humphead parrotfish, stingrays, reef sharks green turtles and hawksbill turtles are common. Sailfish, silvertip, oceanic whitetip and nurse sharks, manta rays and whale sharks are more common around the remoter outer islands – you may even be able to spot the occasional hammerhead shark if you’re lucky!
Fly Fishing on Alphone Atolls
The magnificent island threesome comprising of Alphonse, St François and Bijoutier lies in the very heart of the Indian Ocean as part of the Seychelles outer islands. Considered a fly angler’s paradise, the expansive flats surrounding the Alphonse atolls provide the fly-fishing experience of a lifetime. This spectacular wilderness has ten thousand acres of hard white sand flats, which provide easy wading and world-class sight-fishing. The Alphonse group is one of the most famed saltwater fly-fishing destinations in the Indian Ocean and is one of the most prolific Bonefish fisheries in the world. The atolls are home to incredibly large populations of Bonefish and 3 different types of Triggerfish, Barracuda, Snapper, Grouper, Permit, Parrotfish, 8 species of Trevally (including the Giant Trevally), and the incomparable Milkfish. This diversity gives anglers the opportunity to target a myriad of different species during their stay.
Climate in Seychelles
The Seychelles boasts an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C) making it a perfect tropical destination.
Suggested Seychelles Safari Activities
- Spend your honeymoon or special anniversary in complete privacy and luxury, pampering yourselves at one the exclusive, five-star resorts on North Island, Dennis or Mahe Islands.
- Explore the unique flora and palm forest at the Vallée de Mai nature reserve on the small granite Island of Pralin, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Catch the fish of your dreams, whether it be a sailfish or marlin on a beautiful deep-sea fishing rig outfitted and staffed just for you
- See the Giant Tortoises and diversity of marine life on the island of Aldabra
- Cruise the Islands on your own or with a crew via sailboat, yacht or catamaran
- Explore the inner islands (Bird, Dennis, Mahe, La Diga, Pralin) to catch a glimpse of some of the Seychelles endemic and rare bird species
- Go island-hopping by plane or boat
- Explore the National Botanical Garden on Mahe Island to see a wide collection of exotic and endemic tropical plants, most of which can only be seen here.
Experience the best bonefish saltwater fly fishing in the Indian Ocean on the Alphonse Atoll - Jaunt around your choice of islands on your own private jeep
- Dive amongst the plethora of marine life in the tranquil turquoise waters on a large selection of coral reefs around the islands.
- Cycle to, picnic and bask in the sun on your own exquisite white sand beach for the ultimate beach experience
