Sailing in Seychelles
Including Inner Islands Archipelago. On the map.
The vibe
Tacking between granite islands that loom dramatically over emerald anchorages offers a visual scale unlike anywhere else in the tropics. The sailing shines brightest during the stable transition months when steady breezes make island-hopping effortless. You can easily skipper your own bareboat charter or join a relaxed crewed catamaran trip.
Inner Islands Archipelago
Bel Air
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Cruising the granitic Inner Islands offers breathtaking island-hopping with short, manageable passages between lush tropical havens like Praslin, La Digue, and Curieuse. Sailors enjoy steady trade winds, vibrant coral reefs, and world-class anchorages right off pristine white-sand beaches.
Access. Yacht charters and bareboat fleets operate out of the main base at Eden Island Marina on Mahé.
Notes. Best sailing conditions are during the southeast monsoon (May to September) and northwest monsoon (November to March).