Le Duc de Praslin Seychelles Islands, Seychelles

Seychelles, officially known as the Republic of Seychelles, is an archipelago located in the Indian Ocean. This 115-island nation has its capital in Victoria, situated to the east of mainland Southeast Africa. Other nearby island nations and territories include Comoros, Mayotte, Madagascar, Réunion, and Mauritius to the south. The warm waters of the Indian Ocean make Seychelles an ideal location for water enthusiasts. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS • Beaches. Many of the beaches are pristine and untouched by human activity, offering a refreshing lack of crowds. • Vallee de Mai is a national park and world heritage site, boasting incredible flora and fauna, including the world's largest seed: the coco de mer. • Aldabra Atoll: This is the world's largest coral atoll, stretching about 22 miles from east to west and enclosing a massive tidal lagoon. • Hiking: There are several well-maintained hiking trails on the main island of Mahe and a few on Praslin.