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🏝 Seychelles Islands – Number One in Africa, but with High Prices

✈️ Today, our journey takes us to one of the best tourist destinations in the world 🛬.

🌍 About the Seychelles Islands

Seychelles Islands are a group of islands located in Africa, in the Indian Ocean.

The country consists of 115 islands. The capital city is Victoria, located on Mahé Island, which is one of the main islands and home to Seychelles International Airport.

Airport code: SEZ

💱 Currency and Language

• Currency: Seychellois Rupee (SCR)
• Exchange rate: 1 USD ≈ 13.6 SCR
• Official languages: Creole, French, and English 🌴

✈️ Arriving in Seychelles

You can reach Seychelles via Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, or Emirates.

The total travel time (including transit) is approximately 12 hours.

Round-trip ticket prices range between 1,200 USD and 2,000 USD, depending on the travel season.

No visa is required for Algerian citizens.

🏨 Hotels and Accommodation Prices

Seychelles offers more than 100 accommodation options, including hotels and resorts.

Most of them are luxury resorts, and prices can be very high, especially during the tourist season.

Accommodation prices range from:

• 100 USD per night
• Up to 8,000 USD per night 😧😧

For example:

North Island Seychelles ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Price per night: 8,400 USD

This resort occupies an entire private island and provides all-inclusive luxury services.

🏖 Famous Islands and Beaches in Seychelles

1. Mahé Island 🏖
   The largest island and home to the capital city, Victoria.
2. 
   Sainte Anne Island 🏝
   A favorite destination for newlyweds and honeymooners, featuring 6 beaches considered among the most romantic in the world.
3. Anse Intendance Beach ⛱
   One of the most beautiful beaches on Mahé Island, shaped like a crescent.
4. Cousine Island 🌴
   One of the most beautiful places in Seychelles, primarily a nature reserve with luxury resorts.
5. Fregate Island Private 🌳
   A small private island (3 km²) home to giant tortoises and hundreds of thousands of tropical birds.
6. Bird Island 🕊🦆
   Accessible via a 30-minute flight from Mahé Island.
7. Anse Volbert Beach 🏖
   Famous for its white sand and warm waters, calm and safe for swimming with children.

😎 Final Thoughts

The Seychelles Islands are among the best places in the world for relaxation and leisure.

However, it is important to note that prices are generally high, making it a luxury destination rather than a budget one.