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The Seychelles is often referred as the "Jewel of the Indian Ocean " and what better way to experience this jewel than on a luxury Seychelles yacht charter vacation? After all, it is an island nation with some of the most wonderful coastline environment in the world, so a boat is surely the best way to experience it. The Seychelles archipelago consists of hundreds of islands and inlets scattered over an area of 400,000 square kilometers, as situated northeast of the island of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean.

There are numerous reasons why luxury holidaymakers are drawn to these rare and enchanting shores, but the beauty of the beaches and the ocean life is high among them. Similarly, luxury superyachts also come to visit or are based here year round and so there are typically several to choose from. The idyllic white sandy beaches, calm waters, sparkling lagoons and brilliant coral reefs, are some of the reasons why this is one of the most unique yacht charter destinations in the world. The second, is the incredible and ancient wildlife reserves, which hold rare species which are found nowhere else on earth. Discover giant tortoise and huge flocks of sea birds such as the lack parrots or the flightless white-throat rail bird. Beneath the water the wildlife is just as, if not more impressive than the wildlife on land.

Hundreds of species of brilliantly colored fish and coral are on display at Desroches Drop - a site renowned for the best diving in the Seychelles. While the protective waters of the lagoon are perfect for snorkeling off your charter boat, there are over 20 dive and snorkel sites in the marine parks around Mahe, one being St Anne Marine National Park which protects over 150 types of fish. For those who'd like to experience the thrill of diving with the giants of the deep, the waters beyond the lagoons hold a variety of larger fish and sharks.

If you'd feel more comfortable with these type of fish on your plate, as apposed to you on theirs, the deeper waters are fantastic for game fishing. The main island of the Seychelles, Mahe is stunning with 70 beaches of different character, backed with dramatic rock formations.

With so many beaches and bays, an impressive anchorage for your charter boat, is never far away. The temperature in the Seychelles is fairly consistent year round. The climate is tropical and humid, accompanied by a pleasant breeze. Temperatures sit at an average of mid to high twenty's. Although tropical rains fall more frequently in January and February, they rarely affect more than a small area at once. The weather can still be perfect, merely miles away, around the island.

The types of yacht charter available in the Seychelles includes motor, sailing, diveboat charter, skippered, crewed yachts, power boat, sailboat, and more and more luxury yacht charters round the world trips. The constant breezes make light work for a sailing yacht. The shallow coral reefs and endless beaches are perfectly suited to a catamaran. Or a motor yacht such as luxury motor yacht Seastream , based in the Seychelles year round that can power you to the next secluded bay, fishing or diving spot in no time. Whichever your preferred boat type, a yacht charter in the Seychelles, will be unforgettable. The stunning landscape and the valuable wildlife species make the Seychelles an interesting and diverse location for a yacht charter holiday.

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Yachts for charter in the seychelles, sunrays | from eur€ 1,150,000/wk.

EMIR | From EUR€ 750,000/wk

TITANIA | From EUR€ 595,000/wk

BLEU DE NIMES | From EUR€ 490,000/wk

PARA BELLUM | From US$ 300,000/wk

KATINA | From EUR€ 260,000/wk

SPIRIT OF THE Cs | From EUR€ 245,000/wk

Luxury Charter TELEOST | From EUR€ 175,000/wk

DRUMBEAT | From US$ 175,000/wk

DOUCE FRANCE | From EUR€ 95,000/wk

CALLISTA | From EUR€ 78,000/wk

MANE Et NOCTE | From EUR€ 65,000/wk

PELICAN | From EUR€ 38,500/wk

SEA STREAM | From EUR€ 32,000/wk

Sail GALATEA | From EUR€ 25,000/wk

Sualiga | From EUR€ 23,233/wk

BETWEEN | From EUR€ 20,559/wk

La Cardinala | From EUR€ 18,000/wk

K Yote Marquises 56 | From EUR€ 17,500/wk

SUZY Q | From EUR€ 12,800/wk

Gulet NIKOLAS | From EUR€ 12,350/wk

TI ZOURIT | From EUR€ 10,941/wk

Belize 43 charter yacht | From US$ 4,545/wk

Athena 38 | From EUR€ 3,550/wk

Beneateau 411 | From US$ 2,375/wk

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A Seychelles adventure. Exclusively yours.

Sail your way through the seychelles on your own private catamaran charter.

Explore and discover the unmatched beauty of the Seychelles aboard your very own exclusive catamaran charter. An idyllic getaway for friends and family – tailorable to your holiday needs.

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LIFE ON BOARD THE PELICAN

Make it your own. While our Inner Island Adventure is still our most loved route to date, we can fine-tune your ocean adventure to be uniquely yours in every way.

Discover the archipelago.  Crystal clear water, unparalleled reef life and a kaleidoscope of exquisite corals – the only thing better than jumping in, is staying in.

Relax entirely. Open ocean, untouched coves and tropical palms lining hidden, white sand beaches. Add your favourite people, a few bottomless sundowners and welcome to paradise.

Pelican truly is one of a kind

Having vastly explored the Indian ocean and having visited some of the most magnificent and unspoiled places on earth, each of Pelican’s voyages tells a story of their own.

At your own pace

Whether you’re fuelled by adrenaline or perfectly chilled champagne, Pelican caters for the adventure junkie and the professional relaxer, alike. Equal parts excitement and leisure, you can but never have to choose between the two. With the freedom to pick from an array of activities, the way you spend your time on board is entirely up to you.

Fishing is a way of life on Pelican

While you’re by no means obligated to cast a line, there are very few things as satisfying as learning how to catch your own dinner. For the more avid fishermen, specialised expeditions are available as add-ons to your charter.

To live well is to eat well. And eat well on Pelican we do.

Other than daily fresh fish caught off the side of the boat, guests can look forward to full service breakfasts and unforgettable dinners – all in a superbly private al fresco setting.

Deep sea tuna fishing season is set to run until 23 May this year. Join before the season ends. Read more

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With invaluable experience navigating the archipelago, Pelican’s Inner Island Adventure really is something to behold. Should you wish to experience the inner islands in a way most people never do, this is the adventure for you.

The Route  We hop from one lush oasis to the next on a very private and specially-crafted route. Islands included on our Signature Trip include Praslin, the Cosin islands, Grand Soeur and St. Pierre to name a few. Full details available on further enquiry.

Best time to go  With an average temperature of 27°C all year round, the inner islands are an absolute treat to visit at any time – so it’s more about when it suits you best.

Best suited for  Adventure seekers, ocean lovers, sun worshippers, friends and families.

Route Island, ending off in south of Mahe

Ideal dates May to October

Ideal for Adventure seekers wanting to explore ancient ship wrecks, relaxing on white sand beaches

Looking to extend your adventure to the less-visited outer islands?

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ABOARD ONE OF OUR AMAZING YACHTS FOR A TRULEY UNFORGETTABLE ADVENTURE 

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Dive into endless opportunities to explore this underwater wonderland.

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Breathtaking vistas, lush jungles, and stunning coastal trails to explore serenity.

• How does renting a boat work? Our boats are all rented inclusive of Captian, crew and fuel, essentially this what you get get at our base offering. This allows you to customise your experience either by choosing our standard food and drinks packages or by allowing us to book you a restaurant on an island of your choice. We can even have specialised chefs onboard to cook amazing meals and prepare delicious cocktails for you in the most picturesque locations.
• What documents do I need to bring? If you are in seychelles on holiday, there is no need to bring any documentation to any of our experiences. If you are a Seychellois citizen or resident it is necessary to bring your national ID cards for access to national marine parks.
• Can you lower the cost of sessions? Yes we can, if you feel our standard packages are slightly out of your budget please reach out to us to offer you a more cost effective offering that may better suit your needs.
• Are foods & beverages included in the boat rental price? Our packages generally include lunch, snacks and non alcoholic beverages. We can supply a wide range of specialised food and beverages based on individual clients needs.

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Seychelles Catamaran Charter

Seychelles is an isolated archipelagic island paradise with a population of merely 84,000. A melting pot of French, British, Middle Eastern and African culture, the Republic of Seychelles lies 1,000 miles off the east coast of Africa in the Indian Ocean. A Seychelles catamaran charter itinerary focuses on the main Inner Islands where you will find easy, short passages.

Revered for its magnificent coastlines, lush tropical forests, brilliant coral reefs, luxurious resorts and giant sea tortoises, there is something irresistible about Seychelles that is best experienced aboard your own private yacht that is loaded with plenty of water toys. Snorkel, swim and paddleboard near pristine white-sand beaches and kayak through natural preserves where you can spot rare birds like the bulbul, black parrot and fruit pigeon. After soaking up a bit of nature, head on land to indulge in fine dining or high-end shopping. 

Select The Moorings charter option that matches your personal travel style: bareboat or skippered sailing or all-inclusive Crewed service at sea, and set your sights on the Seychelles. If you’re not certain which shore-exploring adventure to choose, rely on the knowledge of our expert Vacation Planners, who can customize your Seychelles catamaran charter itinerary,  provision your yacht  in advance and assist with all  travel arrangements  on the days you depart and return. 

Catamarans in Seychelles

A bespoke catamaran charter in Seychelles gives you and your loved ones a chance to truly undock, unplug, and unwind. As the premier name in the charter industry with more than 50 years of experience, you can trust The Moorings to deliver an unforgettable vacation on the water. 

Moorings 5000 – 4 Cabin Catamaran

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Moorings 4000 – 4 cabin catamaran.

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• Extensive fleet of boats and yachts for rental in Seychelles
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Unlock hidden treasures as you embark on an extraordinary island-hopping voyage, transcending boundaries and embracing the unknown.

Marine Park Visits

Ignite wonder and foster oceanic connection through immersive marine park visits, a conservation journey like no other.

Professional Fishing

Unleash your angling prowess in professional fishing, conquering deep seas for thrilling catches and unforgettable memories.

Drop Off Fishing

Plunge into the exhilarating world of drop-off fishing, where adrenaline surges as you cast your line into the abyss, chasing the legends that lurk below.

Bottom Fishing

Uncover underwater mysteries and reel in prized catches in the thrilling depths of bottom fishing.

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Elevate your journey with seamless private transfers, where personalized luxury meets convenience, whisking you away to your destination in style and comfort.

Immerse in a vibrant marine adventure as snorkeling reveals nature's underwater wonders in a kaleidoscope of colors.

Embark on a thrilling trolling expedition, luring ocean predators and triumphing with prized catches in an adrenaline-fueled chase.

Dive into the depths with jigging, a captivating technique that tests your skill and strength, enticing powerful fish to strike and rewarding you with an electrifying battle.

Indulge in the ultimate culinary delight with a BBQ experience, where sizzling grills and tantalizing aromas create an atmosphere of mouthwatering feasts and unforgettable moments..

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The original Garden of Eden

Blessed by Mother Nature, the raw, perfect beauty of the Seychelles is virtually unparalleled. Its exquisite ribbons of white sands and coconut palms that fringe the sapphire seas, backed by forested wilderness, create the ultimate paradise destination where pure relaxation beckons you to the shores.

Encompassing two UNESCO world heritage sites, the 115 islands of the Seychelles are scattered across the Indian Ocean like precious jewels. Lying some 1,000 miles off the coast of Africa , the main island group consists of three islands; Mahé, Praslin and La Digue, each boasting breath-taking landscapes of green-swathed mountains, tranquil beaches and cascading waterfalls. Nature abounds throughout the idyllic shores, from unique exotic flora and fauna to nesting giant tortoises. Beneath the waterline is a kaleidoscope of colour with thriving coral reefs teeming with marine life, world-renowned snorkelling opportunities and dive sites to explore.

Boasting many natural harbours and a year-round season, it is easy to see why the Seychelles has become a popular yacht charter destination alternative to the more crowded Caribbean . The two seasons run from May to October (south-easterly monsoon) and November to April (north-westerly monsoon) and the relatively short distances between the islands are perfect for hopping from one heavenly oasis to the next throughout your charter itinerary.

Home to the Seychelles capital, Victoria, which also happens to be the smallest capital in the world, Mahé is the largest island in the archipelago. Despite its size, Victoria is a vibrant hub of cosmopolitan energy amongst colourful markets selling exotic spices and fresh fruit with a selection of museums, art galleries and boutiques as well as a colourful port. The local cuisine is a fusion of cultures, blending the best of Africa, Asia and European influences, and is a delight to sample in an al fresco dinner underneath a spectacular starlit sky.

The most famous of the islands is the seductive and stylish Praslin, which plays host to a range of gourmet restaurants serving freshly caught fish with views of the tangled velvet jungle and curving hills that drop down into crystalline waters. Peppered with distinctive fluted granite rocks and red-hued boulders, Praslin is also home to the Seychelles’ most celebrated beach Anse Lazio. For more secluded beaches, take an eight minute helicopter flight over to the west coast of La Digue which is said to be the most photographed stretch of coastline in the world. Its swaying palm trees and jade-green waters epitomise treasure-island paradise, with dazzling views of the tiny surrounding islands; the perfect spot for a beach picnic.

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Located in the Indian Ocean, Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands and is famous for its beaches, nature reserves, and unique and exotic sea life that you can experience with our Seychelles yacht charters. Also known as paradise on Earth, Seychelles is a popular romantic destination. It is a prime location for honeymooners looking for an unforgettable luxury vacation with their loved ones.

In Seychelles, island-hopping is a way of life, as each island has a unique offering and provides something new to discover; Seychelles boat charters allow you to island hop yourself. Many of the islands are uninhabited, and most of the population lives on one of the three biggest islands. Mahé is the biggest and most accessible of the three, and therefore is the most popular with tourists. It has stunning beaches and is home to a luscious jungle filled with spectacular views and stunning waterfalls. Praslin is the second biggest island, although, in comparison to Mahé, it is considerably less populated and has a more laid-back vibe. If you are looking for a mix of local culture and beaches, then head on over to La Digue and make sure to visit the famous Anse Source D’Argent peach. However, the best part of Seychelles is the uninhabited islands, untouched by civilization with white-sand beaches as far as the eye can see surrounded by the bluest waters.  Whether you are looking to spend your days lying on the beach and drinking cocktails or jumping headfirst to explore sandbars and coral reefs, Seychelles catamaran charters will not disappoint.

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• The currency in Seychelles is the Seychellois rupee. ATMs are widely available on the main island. Euro is the most widely-accepted foreign currency, and you will see prices listed in Euros and US dollars. 
• It’s best to avoid drinking tap water and only drink purified or bottled water when traveling in Seychelles.
• The capital of Seychelles, Victoria, is the smallest in the world
• Bird Island is home to the heaviest tortoise in the world, Esmeralda. 
• The coco de mer, also known as a sea coconut or a double coconut, is native to the islands. It also produces the largest seed in the world.

Best time to visit 

Also known as the land of perpetual summer, Seychelles has a tropical climate and the best time to visit is between April-May and October-November. During these months, the weather is still warm and pleasant, but it is not as humid. The high season in Seychelles is between July-August and December-January. These months represent the high tourism seasons. The rainy season starts in November and goes on until February. During these months, tropical stories are frequent, as well as higher levels of humidity.

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Seychelles is home to many national parks and services and beautiful white-sand beaches, sheltered coves, and turquoise waters, perfect to be explored by a private yacht. Chartering a yacht in Seychelles gives you the freedom to take your time to explore each of the many islands within this archipelago and anchor down wherever you want. 

• Luxury catamaran available this summer in the Seychelles ‍ If you want to learn more about Seychelles, we recommend that you take a look at Visit Seychelles , the official tourism website for the region, for more information about what to do as well as up-to-date information about COVID-19 entry requirements.

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Why Charter in Seychelles?

Brimming with culture, untouched nature, and some of the world’s most breathtaking beaches, Seychelles is the ultimate destination for those looking to get lost in paradise. The archipelago of 155 islands in the Indian Ocean is surrounded by warm, cerulean waters, and is home to unique flora and fauna, as well as hospitable locals.

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With countless points of interest found nowhere else in the world, a private charter is the best way to make the most of Seychelles’ serene beauty. The Navigare base is located in Mahé, only 15 minutes from the Seychelles International Airport.

The Seychelles are open for sailing all year long, with the most popular season December through March. The area has a tropical climate with steady temperatures in the mid-80s year-round and high humidity. Wind conditions vary.

Local Considerations

The currency in the Seychelles is the Seychellois rupee (SCR).

Fleet Size / Boats Offered

Sailing catamarans 45 to 52 ft from Lagoon.

Charter Services Offered

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Check-in Days

The minimum charter duration is 4 days, and there are no set check-in or check-out days.

Check-in: 3:00 PM

Check-out: 9:00 AM

Comfort Pack

Navigare Comfort Pack includes the welcome package, final cleaning, bed sheets & towels, dinghy, outboard engine & fuel, propane gas, full water tanks, snorkeling equipment, and Wi-Fi.

Yacht Fuel is not included – the fuel tank will be full when your charter starts and you are responsible for topping off the fuel tank at the end of your charter. The price of the Comfort Pack varies by boat size and is a flat fee for bookings up to one week. A surcharge applies for bookings of 2+ weeks.

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La crème de la crème of the Indian Ocean, Seychelles boasts a wealth of natural richness and stunning biodiversity. It is no wonder that UNESCO has selected two Seychelles sites as part of the restricted World Heritage club. Seychelles's breath-taking coral reef and crystal-clear water, have slowly but surely paved the way for yacht charters.

Why charter a yacht in Seychelles?

Commonly known as "the jewel of the Indian Ocean," Seychelles proudly enjoys 115 islets that have kept their uniqueness and timeless beauty. The archipelago owns 41 Inner islands, referred to as the oldest granite islands globally and 74 Outer islands or coral islands. Chartering a yacht through the islands is an exclusive experience and allows you to fully admire Seychelles' natural luxury and the archipelago's secrets. With the crew's expertise, you will safely sail to the remotely located Outer Islands, which are generally harder to reach than the Inner Islands but is a marvelous journey to appreciate the majestic lush vegetation of each island and visit the uncharted coral reefs. The islands of Mahé and Praslin, for instance, are one of the prime destinations, whose large marinas provide the safest anchorage. In the comfort of your yacht, you will be able to hop from one island to another, from sophisticated restaurants to well-kept historical sites.

What are yacht charter prices in Seychelles?

Seychelles offers an extensive range of chartered yachts; however, catamarans are the most popular. They provide an easy way to navigate through the islands and explore the picturesque coral reefs. The multi-hulled watercraft and their remarkable living space are unmissable premium cruising that could go up to $5,000 a week if you wish to venture on your own. For a full experience that lets you focus on the most critical moments of your séjour, rates may vary from $11,000 with a skipper and $24,000 a week with a captain and a chef. You can hire a Monohull for approximately $2,000 to $7,800 per week and a motor yacht from $37,000.

When is the yachting season in Seychelles?

Perfectly nestled in a calm zone in the Indian Ocean, Seychelles protects itself from the unforgiving seasonal change, making every season an unreasonable excuse not to plan your yacht charter journey in Seychelles. The island has welcoming and pleasant weather, which can be enjoyed by international wanderers all year long. Prolonged rains are a rare occurrence even during the rainy season of January and February. October and March offer calmer sea, and the period between May and September brings drier and livelier yacht charter season in Seychelles. Yacht connoisseurs may enjoy a warm itinerary, which never drops below 24 degrees Celsius, and all the islands except the deep south islands suffer during the Indian Ocean cyclone season.

Seychelles yacht charter for a day

Chartering a yacht for a day is possible in Seychelles. The best destination to truly live Seychelles is by exploring the largest island of Mahé, known as the wonder of granite, and staying in the region of the Inner Islands. Mahé is 44 long miles of coastlines and numerous dazzling bays and beaches, notably the Bay of Ternay, Port Launay, or Anse Soleil. Wandering through the tropical forests and meeting with giant yet timid tortoises are amongst the unique discoveries that you can enjoy on the island. Onboard your yacht, you could pursue a journey to 20 diving and snorkeling sites in the privileged marine park of Mahé island. Saint Anne Marine National Park is the ultimate destination where you could charter a yacht and discover 150 types of fishes. You also have the opportunity to go beyond the lagoons and swim deep with inoffensive sharks.

Seychelles yacht charter overnight

By chartering a yacht overnight in Seychelles, you will have the option to go from Mahé and visit the nearby islands, particularly the second largest island, Praslin, which hosts the Vallée de Mai, one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites. You could anchor in its 18-mile coastline. You will come across the famous palm trees, whose nuts, 'coco de mer', are well-known. Amongst the most beautiful beaches in the world, Praslin's beaches, Anse Lazio and Anse Georgette, are the places to be. If time allows, you could head to La Digue, an island with many coves such as Reunion and Patate and the world's most Instagrammable and prized silver-sand beach. Your yacht will safely anchor in la Digue for the night.

Seychelles yacht charter for a week

When chartering a yacht for a week in Seychelles - Curieuse is a destination you can sail to. It is an island known for its red soil, Aldabra tortoises and tamaka trees, and Aride, Seychelles' largest natural reserve. While a shorter charter vacation will bring you to the wonders of the Inner Islands, chartering a yacht for a week will allow you to have the special occasion of visiting the Outer Islands. The latter are unchartered territories whose inhabitants remain to date, solely blue lagoons, palm trees, and vibrant marine reef life. The Amirants are the nearest group of Outer Islands from Mahé.

In the Outer Islands, you may enjoy a fishing activity around Poivre, dive around the spectacular view offered by Des Roches and Assumption Island or observe the wildlife and birdlife in Aldabra Atoll. For adventurers at heart, the Aldabra islands are the most remote part of Seychelles and are closer to the coast of Madagascar than the island of Mahé. Selected as the second UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest raised coral atoll, The Aldabra Atoll is a rare pearl visited by few in the world and an opportunity to gaze at its idyllic scenery and unparalleled biodiversity.

Wedding yacht charter in Seychelles

Deserted beaches and secluded bays have made Seychelles one of the most idyllic wedding choices. Since the islands are near each other, wedding ceremonies and celebrations may enjoy a pleasant and different experience. For instance, the celebration party may take place at the Bay of Ternay, and as the sun sets, the guests may cruise along Mahé Island for the evening celebration. There are many marine parks and romantic hideaways to choose from for this special day.

Corporate yacht charter in Seychelles

Seychelles' yacht charter is notorious for its wedding organization and corporate organization of board meetings, celebrations, and team building. There are many activities, from adventures to chic and sophisticated adventures to choose. The experience on the yacht will suit the needs of the events. Some corporate tailored experience includes attending the regatta, afternoon teas, and water-based activities for team-building.

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Island Life

The republic of Seychelles comprises 115 islands, occupying a land area of 455km², in an exclusive economic zone of 1.4 million km² in the warm Western Indian Ocean. It represents an archipelago of legendary beauty that extends between 4 and 10 degrees south of the equator and which lies between 480km and 1600km from the east coast of Africa.

Of these 115 islands, 41 constitute the oldest mid-oceanic granite islands on earth while a further 74 form the low lying coral atolls and reef islands of the outer islands.

The Seychelles’ enviable climate is always warm and devoid of extremes. The temperature never drops below 24 degrees C and barely rises above 32 making Seychelles a constant destination for sun-worshipers and beach-lovers.

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Yacht Charter Seychelles

The Seychelles chain is an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean off East Africa and is among the most isolated in the world.

What better way to explore these remote pockets of paradise than by a luxury yacht charter? You will be impressed with the stunning tropical landscapes that showcase a contrast of picturesque coconut trees and robust granite rocks that have been polished by the continuous lapping waves. On your own private yacht, you are free to explore this island paradise at your own pace. Enjoy the luxury resorts and lavish spas on Mahe Island, or cruise off the beaten track, dropping anchor at uninhabited islands where you can spend the day on pristine white sand beaches all to yourself. A yacht charter in the Seychelles is the ultimate island-hopping adventure.

The Jewel of the Indian Ocean

Often referred to as the “Jewel of the Indian Ocean”, the Seychelles showcases a rare beauty that cannot be found in any other destination. The scenic coastline is awe-inspiring and is best seen from the decks of your charter yacht. With so many islands to choose from, the Seychelles will forever leave a mark on your heart and have you yearning for more time spent ashore. These islands are diverse and showcase a rich melting pot of French, British, Indian, Middle Eastern, and African cultures with a prominent French influence.

Exploring the Heart of Seychelles: Adventure Awaits

These exotic cruising grounds are ideal for an out-of-the-ordinary charter holiday. The largest island in the archipelago, Mahé, hosts the mountain rainforests of Morne Seychellois National Park and marvelous beaches, including Beau Vallon and Anse Takamaka. If you’re interested in tapping into your adventurous side, we recommend you visit Seychelles’ two UNESCO World Heritage Sites; the Vallée de Mai on the island of Praslin is home to the rare Coco de Mer nut growing on ancient palms and many rare species of birds, and Aldabra, the world’s most remote raised coral atoll and the habitat of the Aldabra giant tortoise.

Dive into the Depths of Seychelles: A Marine Paradise

Your yacht charter to Seychelles will be filled with adventure, excitement, and plenty of surprises. You can visit both the inner and outer islands, each boasting its own unique charm. Seychelles’ 41 inner islands are home to the oldest mid-oceanic granite islands on earth, while the 74 outer islands showcase low-lying coral atolls and stunning reef islets. For the best diving in Seychelles, head to Desroches Drop. This dramatic site seamlessly merges the turquoise blue lagoon and dark waters of the Indian Ocean with a subtle drop-off to reveal mesmerizing caves and coves to explore. Saint-Anne Marine National Park is home to over 150 varieties of protected fish; as you dive down, you will be in awe at the various sizes and colors of these beautiful sea creatures.

Beyond the Blue: Luxury Amidst the Wilderness

Every touchpoint of this holiday is filled with tropical adventure and untouched landscapes. The resorts, boutiques, and fine dining seen on the inner islands add a dash of luxury to an otherwise remote destination. If you’re someone looking to go beyond the ordinary and immerse yourself in a culture like no other, a luxury yacht charter to Seychelles is a no-brainer.

La Digue Island

The picturesque La Digue Island beckons yacht charterers with its stunning beaches dotted with towering granite bourders, such as the exquisite Anse Source d’Argent, which is listed as one of the world’s best beaches. Once you’ve soaked up the sun on your beach of choice, tender ashore and explore the island by bike – the mode of transport of choice. Make sure you visit the L’Union Estate & Copra Factory, a historic coconut and vanilla plantation just south of La Passe, where you can easily spot giant tortoises, and the beautiful Veuve Reserve, one of the last refuges of the black paradise flycatcher.

Praslin Island

Praslin Island is the second largest island in the Seychelles and is home to the beautiful Praslin National Park, which includes the Vallee de Mai Nature Reserve, a must-visit for nature enthusiasts. Enjoy a private guided tour of this incredible park before soaking up the sun on one of the island’s many beaches.

Get in touch with a Seychelles yacht charter broker

Northrop & Johnson is a leading yacht brokerage with access to the best yachts for charter in the Seychelles from 30-meters. We excel at creating incredible vacations in some of the world’s most extraordinary destinations. Our yachts for charter include vessels built by the world’s best shipbuilders, and all boast luxurious interiors, excellent onboard amenities, a dedicated crew, flexible cabin configurations, and garages loaded with tenders and water toys. If you want to enjoy an extraordinary experience aboard a luxury yacht in the Seychelles, contact our team today or browse our luxury yachts for charter.

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Charter Highlights Seychelles

• Enjoy bird watching at Aride Island and spot turtles at Cousin Island
• Go diving at Silhouette Island or sail to Coco Island and snorkel its colorful corals
• See the most photographed Seychelles scenery at St Pierre Island
• Visit the scented vanilla plantations at L'Union Estate Farm on La Digue
• Explore Seychelles' two UNESCO World Heritage Sites; the Vallée de Mai on the island of Praslin and Aldabra
• Feast on the local cuisine, including delicious freshly caught fish, curries, and exotic fruit

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The Seychelles is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean, off the eastern coast of Africa and northeast of Madagascar. The archipelago is comprised of 115 paradisal islands, with the three main islands being Mahe, Praslin, and La Digue. The Seychelles are known for their stunning natural beauty, with lush tropical forests, white sand beaches, and crystal-clear waters, as well as their incredibly diverse flora and fauna, including many animal species that are found nowhere else on Earth.

What's the weather like in the Seychelles?

The Seychelles enjoy a warm and tropical climate year-round, with relatively consistent temperatures of around 24C to 30C (57F to 86F) and two main seasons: a wet season (November to April) and a dry season (May to October). The wet season is characterized by occasional tropical storms or cyclones, increased rainfall, and higher humidity levels. During the dry season, you can expect minimal rainfall and lower humidity levels, providing a more comfortable environment.

When's the best time to charter in the Seychelles?

The best time to enjoy a luxury yacht charter in the Seychelles is during the dry season, May to October, which offers optimal conditions to maximize quality time on the water.

What animal species can I see in the Seychelles?

The Seychelles are known for their incredible bio-diversity, including endemic and rare species. During a luxury yacht charter, you can expect to see:

• Aldabra Giant Tortoises
• Hawksbill Turtles
• Seychelles Fruit Bats
• Seychelles Tree Frogs
• Black Parrots
• Paradise Flycatchers
• Cattle Egrets
• Magpie Robins
• White tip sharks

Can I enjoy a bareboat charter in the Seychelles?

While it is possible to enjoy bareboat charters in the Seychelles, Northrop & Johnson specializes in fully crewed charters.

Is the Seychelles good for fishing?

Yes, the Seychelles is a superb destination for various different types of fishing, including game fishing and shore fishing. Big game fish include trevally, yellowfin tuna, wahoo, mahi mahi, barracuda, and sailfish; while fishing from shore you can expect to reel in snapper, triggerfish, and bonefish, along with a myriad of other tropical fish species. Your private yacht’s captain will be able to take you to the best fishing grounds. Northrop & Johnson boasts a superb selection of luxury yachts for charter in the Seychelles, including boats fitted out with the latest fishing gear. Your yacht’s private chef will also be delighted to cook your fresh catch of the day, ensuring a memorable experience. Contact our team today if you want to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime Seychelles yacht charter.

Is the Seychelles good for sailing?

Sailing conditions in the Seychelles are excellent, with the archipelago enjoying moderate south easterly winds, short waves, and predictable weather. Northrop & Johnson has access to a superb fleet of luxury sailing yachts, including sloops, schooners, and cutters. If you want to enjoy an incredible sailing experience in the Seychelles archipelago, contact our Seychelles yacht brokers today.

Where can I berth my yacht in the Seychelles?

The Seychelles boasts several world-class marinas that welcome both motor yachts and sailing yachts, including Eden Island Marina and L’Escale Resort, Marina & Spa, both on Mahe Island. Northrop & Johnson can arrange berths at the best marinas in the Seychelles.

What types of yachts can I charter in the Seychelles Islands?

As a sought-after superyacht destination, you can expect a superb selection of yachts for charters, especially when you book with a leading yacht brokerage like Northrop & Johnson.

• Motor yachts
• Sailing yachts
• Catamarans, including sailing catamarans and motor catamarans
• Expedition vessels
• Fishing yachts
• Superyachts and mega yachts

Whether you want to enjoy a Seychelles sailing vacation or a motor yacht vacation, Northrop & Johnson can connect you with your ideal crewed boat. Contact our team today.

What airports are there in the Seychelles?

The Seychelles has one main airport, the Seychelles International Airport (SEZ), located on Mahe Island, which acts as the main gateway to the archipelago. The airport welcomes commercial airlines from Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East alongside private jets. The Seychelles also has several smaller airports, including Praslin Island Airport, Denis Island Airport, and Desroches Island Airport. When you book a luxury yacht charter with Northrop & Johnson, our team will help arrange travel to and from your luxury yacht. Contact our yacht charter brokers today.

Is the Seychelles good for scuba diving and snorkeling?

Warm waters, calm sea conditions, excellent visibility, vibrant marine life, and healthy coral reefs all make the islands of the Seychelles an excellent destination for scuba diving and snorkeling.

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Faqs - booking seychelles flights, are there any nonstop flights to seychelles.

Currently there are no nonstop flights from the US to Seychelles. Most flights from airports in the US make one or two layovers. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in the east, Miami International Airport (MIA) in the south, and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in the west usually have layovers in Doha, Dubai, Milan, or Moscow. The Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) in the Midwest shares those layovers, but also goes to Addis Ababa.

How can I get from Seychelles Airport to the city center?

When you land at Seychelles Airport, there are several alternatives for getting to the city center. You can take a bus at the bus stop in front of the airport exit or rent a car from one of the agencies in the arrivals area. Alternatively, you can take a taxi outside the arrivals hall or a hotel shuttle depending on your hotel’s terms.

Where should I fly to if I want to visit Praslin island?

Travelers who want to visit the island of Praslin must first fly from the US to the Seychelles International Airport on the main island of Mahe. After arriving at the airport, Air Seychelles provides regular inter-island service to the small Praslin Island Airport (PRI) on Praslin island. Alternatively, you may also take a ferry between Mahe island and Praslin island.

Which airport is the best choice to land in if I love watersports?

If you love watersports, take a flight from Seychelles Airport to Fregate Island Airport. This private airstrip managed by the Fregate Island Resort has charter flights by Air Seychelles. The island has some of the best waters for scuba diving, yachting, and snorkeling.

I want to visit La Digue island. Where should I fly to?

If you want to visit La Digue island, then there are two main options. After flying from the US to Seychelles International Airport on Mahe island, you may take a ferry to La Digue island. Alternatively, you may take an Air Seychelles flight from Mahe island to Praslin island, and then take a ferry from Praslin to La Digue island.

Which airport should I fly into if I want to enjoy exquisite beaches?

If you want access to some of the most exquisite and exclusive beaches, consider flying to Bird Island Airport (BDI), approximately 60 miles from Victoria, the capital of Seychelles. This is a private airstrip on Birds Island operated by Bird Island Lodge. Air Seychelles has a daily flight to the airstrip to and from Seychelles Airport, but you can get charter flights on request.

If I want to visit Silhouette island, where should I fly to?

The island of Silhouette is in the northern part of Seychelles. To get there, you’ll need to start by taking an international flight from the US to Seychelles International Airport on the island of Mahe. From that airport, you may take a bus or taxi to the ferry. Regular ferry service connects Mahe island with Silhouette island.

Which airport is my best choice if I love photography, wildlife, and sunbathing?

If you love wildlife sunbathing and photography, consider taking a flight from Seychelles Airport to Praslin Airport. The Isle de Palme, or Praslin Island is home to gorgeous beaches, big coral reefs, and a national park with rare parrot species. There is a flight to Mahe, the largest island in Seychelles, from Praslin Airport every fifteen minutes.

Which is the closest airport to Cousin Island?

The nearest airport to Cousin Island is Praslin Airport. The island, renowned as the first carbon-neutral nature reserve worldwide and home to the rare Seychelles warbler, lies about 1.2 miles from Praislin Island. You will get a taxi or bus from Praslin Airport to the beach from where you can get a small boat to Cousin Island.

How can I get from Seychelles Airport to the ferry terminal?

At Seychelles Airport, you can take a shuttle bus outside the airport’s terminal building to the ferry terminal. You will find the bus when you exit customs into the arrivals hall. The bus is at the Victoria jetty for a trip from the ferry terminal to the airport. Alternatively, you can take a bus to and from the ferry terminal.

How long is the flight to Seychelles?

An average nonstop flight from the United States to Seychelles takes 30h 26m, covering a distance of 9276 miles. The most popular route is New York - Victoria with an average flight time of 27h 00m.

What is the cheapest flight to Seychelles?

The cheapest ticket to Seychelles from the United States found in the last 72 hours was $863. The most popular route is New York John F Kennedy Intl to Victoria Seychelles Intl and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $1,216.

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The next most popular destination is Grand'Anse Praslin (2%).

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• Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Seychelles flight deals.
• Most flights from the United States to Seychelles go to the Seychelles International Airport (SEZ), located near the capital of Victoria on Mahe island. From here, you may rent a car or take a bus to explore Mahe island. To reach other islands, you may take domestic flights or ferry rides.
• If you are traveling with kids, consider landing at Seychelles International Airport (SEZ). Here, you will get baby changing facilities and nursing rooms in the departure and arrival halls. There is also a children’s play area in the departure lounge, airside.
• The Seychelles national carrier Air Seychelles is based out of Seychelles International Airport. It provides both intercontinental flights to Africa, Asia, and Europe, as well as inter-island flights to other Seychelles’ destinations.
• Praslin Airport (PRI) is connected to the island by two main means, taxis and public buses. The buses charge a uniform fee for all destinations while taxi fare depends on distance.
• Budget conscious travelers may consider flying from the US to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or Sheremetyevo Alexander S. Pushkin International Airport (SVO) because both airports provide regular direct service to Seychelles.
• Traveling in Seychelles is easy because there are several domestic airports to fly into. These include Assumption Island (FSAS), Desroches (DES), Alphonse (FSAL), Bird Island (BDI), Praslin Island, Fregate Island (FRK), and Denis Island (DEI) airports.
• Nature lovers may wish to fly to Prisland island from Seychelles International Airport to visit the Vallee de Mai national park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site).
• For those traveling to Seychelles with young children, you can rest assured that car rental agencies can provide you with a child car seat for an added surcharge. Alternatively, if you take a taxi you may notify them in advance to secure a child car seat.
• US citizens don’t need a tourist visa if traveling in Seychelles for up to 30 days. However, you must have a valid passport for the duration of your stay, a return or onward ticket, a confirmed accommodation.

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I was traveling business purposes and I only had one carry on and a personal computer back pack . My carry on was 8.5 kg little more than allowable. At jfk airport check in they did not let me carry it . I was little disappointed.

More leg room and comfortable seats at least for long flights

The entertainment selections are amazing. But the live TV is sometimes spotty. If you’re going to have it, then have it. If you can’t make it consistent, then, perhaps it’s better not to have it. The crew are always cordial when approached, but they seem to do the minimum and sit around, talking to each other in the back of the plane during the flight. I realize that delays are not always predictable, but I missed my flight in Dubai because we left 90 minutes late from Washington. I will say that Emirates took very good care of me in Dubai. But I would rather not be delayed.

Probably the best flight I’ve ever been on. Emirates first class is leagues beyond British airways and Lufthansa’s.

Great flight. Comfortable seats, courteous service, and excellent selection for entertainment.

Serving food took so long . Almost time close to lend. Plus during landing air pressure in cabin cuss ear blocked took long time to unblock.

Emirates is usually on time, but not this trip. Also, during the flight the attendants disappear unless called upon. Very strange. I have watched the quality of Emirates service diminish over the last five years.

Food was not great. Crew members were created hassle with attitude at the gates and wasted my valuable time. I have been traveling in Emirates airlines many times. Over all not happy flying in Emirates airlines this time. Seats are very small and not comfortable. Seats looks like very very old and congested. It would be nice if they fix these kind of issues. I hope my next trip will be hassle free and comfortable journey in Emirates airlines. Thank you.

CREW manager was rude and nasty Crew was not friendly either and had discriminatory attitude.

The flight was good but my neighbor had the vent open full power for the whole flight and because the air was blowing from the side instead of from the top and I got very cold and ended up with a sore throat.

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Wore experience due to delay and took me 3 days to reach my destination.

All over with Qatar airlines my experience was really bad due to delays and then putting me on different airlines and after 8 hours of wait I had to listen to their is no plane to fly for another 24 hours. Wore experience ever.

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Ultimate customer care humble and excellent service oriented crew , perfect timing maintained by the crew . My profound appreciation.

Asian Veng meal have Non Veg items which is not ok. Pure veg meals option are too less and they have inclusion of Vedgan and Lactos etc... which is taste less

Very bad. We booked 8 months in advance for 2 people but couldn’t get seats together. Food was so bad I couldn’t even eat.

Okay not so good or great. The flight operated by Indigo is worst from boarding to luggage handling and food. Damaged one luggage and delayed another luggage. Still did not get it, since 2 days.

The 2nd flight from Doha to Mumbai was not of international level expected while booking with Qatar

Quality of service on board was very inconsistent. FA service primarily seemed robotic and they barely engaged with passengers

I’m unclear why I had to pay extra for assigned seats as Turkish airlines did not honor the seating. We were placed across the aisle from each other on TK 34, and were seated behind one another on TK 694. Because my name was misspelled on e-ticket (Klawiter, instead of Klawitter) I could not log onto website to get the connection gate number in Istanbul. The monitors in the airport were a jumbled mess 1/2 Arabic and 1/2 English.

On line check in needs a lot of improvement. I tried and gave up.

Food not good, flight attendants not the best, not accommodating very ruff

the female flight attendant was racist towards me. I could tell she treated the two other passengers next to me with more softness.

Oh my god! For an13 hour flight they serve you food just one time. Also don’t be thirsty they give you a little small cup of soda to drink. They seem like their goal is to feed you one so they don’t have to be bothered with you. It quite surprise for such a long flight there are several times to eat at least three and the food was well lackluster. The food and lack of offering drinks which were always hot no ice provided.

We were traveling first class. Checkin counter lady and her manager, both were in bad mood and did not treat us well about checking in the handbag. The gate agent took care of it right away. I travel Turkish twice a year in first class. No one has ever refused to check in the hand bag. Not sure, why this agent and her manager refused. Everything else was excellent.

The 787 economy was a disaster for long haul. The space was too little compared to 777 or 747. Also the extremely low tray table behind the seat made any dining effort a nightmare. However, the movies were up to date, and the food taste was good, despite of terrible serving process caused by small space.

A little bit more comfort. It’s tight space around the seats. But all else is great and a smooth flight!

0ur assigned seats were given to other individuals when we boarded the plane. We were given new boarding passes with new seats all the way at the back of the plane. The reason given to us was that there were issues with the seats. We found out that there were no issues, and someone else's were seated on those.

Flight was smooth but unnecessary long because we had to refuel at FCO Rome. Air hostesses service and response to call light could be better. Both planes were old with broken seat arms and toilets. Why Africans had to be given the farthest Gates is what baffles me and why we have to pay for Aisle seats I found really strange. Is there ever an end to ripping people off even after paying over $2300 for one seat.

On my return flight the TV did not work the entire flight! They knew it wasn’t working but they let me sit there. The guy sitting nièce to me told me he was ok the previous flight and it wasn’t working. This is business class by the way!

The entertainment (movies) blockbuster and classics never change. I am a frequent Ethiopian flyer and this should be addressed. Not much changed from my summer flight and my December flight. It is annoying - surely you can update the selections more often. Same with food options. It becomes extremely boring to be offered the same exact meals from Washington to Addis to Maputo every trip, each time. AS

Entertainment was very poor. Couldn’t watch anything. Ear pieces were the wrong type .

Food was horrible. Our flight was not comfortable due to turbulence, seats was not comfortable, Very tight barely can not move anywhere.

The check in staff was amazing. Best customer service! The plane was old! My entertainment on the first flight didn't work at all, in my seat or in the seat next to me. The bathroom doors were old and troublesome. One of the bathrooms, the whole sink panel was broken. Everything felt old and falling apart. The airline stewardesses were amazing and quite hospitable. When there were delays, they kept us well informed. Transit was GREAT! I wasn't sure how I would make it to my next flight in 1 1/2 hours but the security lines were short and efficient. The C gates in Addis Ababa were CROWDED! That whole space downstairs was too crowded and challenging to manuever. I usually fly Ethiopian within Africa and was interested to see how the experience would be intercontinental. Overall, I would choose it again if it was cheaper than Delta/Air France or Lufthansa/KLM. I wouldn't make it a first choice if the prices were the same because the planes are so old! The food and entertainment also weren't as good. Good selection of movies but as I mentioned, on the first flight they didn't work at all (I slept so it was okay) and the 2nd flight it was glitchy. All in all, I didn't hate it but it would be a first choice only if it's cheaper.

The food really sucks And they really need to work on entertainment The movie selection is herendous .

The seats were quite uncomfortable despite having good legroom. The 350s are quite nice but the problem is on the old 777 aircraft. Special meal requests are not catered for as they should. They never had any ice for drinks.

Entertainment system poor - couldn't hear, no flight info etc.

I've never been served three bread courses in a single meal before. Was really impressed by the novelty of that.

Everything was on time; the flight attendants and the gate personnel were very pleasant and helpful.

I had trouble finding a boarding pass because I had an hour between Flights and American did not see my flight I believe because I was ticketed through KAYAK. I did not have enough time to go to the desk before boarding so I went to the desk and told them while I was boarding and they had a boarding pass for me within three minutes. Nice. I paid extra to have more legroom and it is definitely worth it for a six hour flight. I would’ve paid for a decent dinner, but they didn’t offer anything but a snack box —not good for six hours.

I have not found it to be easy to set up on Wi-Fi with American Airlines. I don’t know if it is me or poor instructions.

You cancelled my flight by email then made it very difficult to get in contact with you. Then put me in a flight with a long layover in Mexico returning to the wrong airport in uk. Mind blowing my stressful. I missed see my grand dad because of you.

My previous flight was late and did not connect properly. The gate was closed and I missed this flight.

This flight was late and did not meet the connecting flight.

5 hour flight - full flight - not enough room to use my computer - slightly delayed - Admirals club was excellent quality food, drink made up for flight seating. No food offerred on flight, you ahd to prebook.

Apart from the delay due to unforeseen circumstances. The leg from sjc to dfw was fine. It was the leg from dfw to orf that we encountered issues mainly due to the flight attendant crew not being friendly. We had two small children and we needed some assistance to warm up milk so the baby would sleep. The crew just didn’t get it and made things very difficult. One made a remark that the baby’s dirty diaper smell was a “gift” to the plane in a rude way. Normally I’d brush that off as a funny comment if the rest of the trip the attendants were helpful or understanding of the difficulty we faced. But that wasn’t the case. We were met with rudeness on the second leg. Whereas on the first leg the crew were so nice and helpful.

This was not the BA business class it used to be. Mediocre food, attendants seemed stretched thin. All the little luxuries that used to make BA business fun were missing. Flight delayed and the explanation given was they forgot to pick up crew - I hope I misheard! Transfer in LHR “sticky” - we thought we had way too much time at 3hours but it was needed. Next time will try different route.

Terrible. I hate flying with AA. There is always a high level of stress felt when I fly with them.

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Seychelles is an African destination that ranks high on the exotic beach scale. Similar to Bora Bora and the Maldives , Seychelles is a remote place offering secluded beaches and incredible views.

Located in the Indian Ocean off of the coast of East Africa, Seychelles is known for its beaches, reefs, and rainforests. Its main airport is located in Mahé (SEZ), which is where all international flights fly into.

In this guide, we’ll show you how best to use your points and miles to fly from the U.S. to Seychelles!

Best Programs To Use To Book Flights

Seychelles does not have any nonstop flights to or from the U.S. , which is one of the main reasons why American travelers may look elsewhere for their beach fix.

But if you’re planning a honeymoon, crave exotic beach spots, or just want to get away from hordes of tourists, this is one of the best spots to do so.

As is the case when booking most long-haul flights, it’s best to search for award availability far in advance to increase your chances of booking the flights that you want.

What you may have not realized is that Seychelles is serviced by all of the major airline alliances in Oneworld , Star Alliance , and SkyTeam , as well as non-alliance airline partners like Emirates.

As we dive into the article, keep in mind that all award pricing shown is one-way unless otherwise specified (ANA only allows round-trips).

Here are all of the major airlines that operate 1-stop flights from the U.S. to Mahé (SEZ):

Aeroflot via Moscow (SVO)

• Los Angeles (LAX) – Moscow (SVO) – Seychelles (SEZ)
• Miami (MIA) – Moscow (SVO) – Seychelles (SEZ)
• New York (JFK) – Moscow (SVO) – Seychelles (SEZ)
• Washington, D.C. (IAD) – Moscow (SVO) – Seychelles (SEZ)

Air France via Paris (CDG)

• Atlanta (ATL) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Boston (BOS) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Chicago (ORD) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Dallas (DFW) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Denver (DEN) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Detroit (DTW) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Houston (IAH) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Los Angeles (LAX) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Miami (MIA) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Minneapolis (MSP) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ)
• New York (JFK) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Newark (EWR) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Philadelphia (PHL) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ)
• San Francisco (SFO) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Seattle (SEA) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Washington, D.C. (IAD) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ)

EL AL via Tel Aviv (TLV)

• Los Angeles (LAX) – Tel Aviv (TLV) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Miami (MIA) – Tel Aviv (TLV) – Mahé (SEZ)
• New York (JFK) – Tel Aviv (TLV) – Mahé (SEZ)

Emirates via Dubai (DXB)

• Boston (BOS) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Chicago (ORD) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Dallas (DFW) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Houston (IAH) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Los Angeles (LAX) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Miami (MIA) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ)
• New York (JFK) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Newark (EWR) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Orlando (MCO) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ)
• San Francisco (SFO) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Seattle (SEA) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Washington, D.C. (IAD) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ)

Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa (ADD)

• Chicago (ORD) – Addis Ababa (ADD) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Washington, D.C. (IAD) – Addis Ababa (ADD) – Mahé (SEZ)

Etihad Airways via Abu Dhabi (AUH)

• Chicago (ORD) – Abu Dhabi (AUH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• New York (JFK) – Abu Dhabi (AUH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Washington, D.C. (IAD) – Abu Dhabi (AUH) – Mahé (SEZ)

Kenya Airways via Nairobi (NBO)

• New York (JFK) – Nairobi (NBO) – Mahé (SEZ)

Qatar Airways via Doha (DOH)

• Atlanta (ATL) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Boston (BOS) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Chicago (ORD) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Dallas (DFW) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Houston (IAH) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Los Angeles (LAX) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Miami (MIA) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• New York (JFK) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Newark (EWR) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Philadelphia (PHL) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• San Francisco (SFO) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Seattle (SEA) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Washington, D.C. (IAD) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ)

SWISS Air and Edelweiss Air via Zurich (ZRH)

• Boston (BOS) – Zurich (ZRH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Chicago (ORD) – Zurich (ZRH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Los Angeles (LAX) – Zurich (ZRH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Miami (MIA) – Zurich (ZRH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• New York (JFK) – Zurich (ZRH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Newark (EWR) – Zurich (ZRH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• San Francisco (SFO) – Zurich (ZRH) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Washington, D.C. (IAD) – Zurich (ZRH) – Mahé (SEZ)

Turkish Airlines via Istanbul (IST)

• Atlanta (ATL) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Boston (BOS) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Chicago (ORD) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Dallas (DFW) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Houston (IAH) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Los Angeles (LAX) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Miami (MIA) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ)
• New York (JFK) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Newark (EWR) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ)
• San Francisco (SFO) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ)
• Washington, D.C. (IAD) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ)

There are plenty of routes you can fly to Seychelles, and even more frequent flyer programs you can use. So to avoid completely overwhelming yourself, stick to the frequent flyer programs outlined in the next sections to get the best prices and experiences.

Our top method to fly to Seychelles with points and miles is, undoubtedly, the most glamorous option available.

Emirates first class is world-famous for its opulence, including showers aboard its A380 aircraft, seemingly unlimited food, a phenomenal wine selection, fantastic service, and so much more.

In the case of Seychelles, Emirates first class is  literally the only airline that operates first class itineraries the whole way from the U.S. to Seychelles (via Dubai).

So if you find yourself sitting on a ton of points, want the best luxury experience, and have an appreciation for 100% first class tickets, this will be the best option.

When you book first class award tickets using Emirates miles, you can add a complimentary stopover in Dubai for no additional cost, thanks to the Flex Plus fare type you’re booking.

You’ll spend around $300 in taxes and fees one-way, a relative steal compared to the $10,000+ in cash prices. Here are some phenomenal routes you can book using points:

• Houston (IAH) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Emirates first class for 168,750 Skywards miles + ~$320 in taxes and fees
• Los Angeles (LAX) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Emirates first class for 168,750 Skywards miles + ~$320 in taxes and fees
• New York (JFK) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Emirates first class for 160,000 Skywards miles + ~$320 in taxes and fees
• San Francisco (SFO) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Emirates first class for 168,750 Skywards miles + ~$320 in taxes and fees
• Seattle (SEA) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Emirates first class for 168,750 Skywards miles + ~$320 in taxes and fees
• Washington, D.C. (IAD) – Dubai (DXB) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Emirates first class for 160,000 Skywards miles + ~$320 in taxes and fees

Follow these directions to book your Emirates first class flight online:

• Visit Emirates’ website .
• Toggle the box on the homepage’s search box that says Classic rewards .
• Enter your flight information, and click Search flights .
• After finding an available flight, redeem your Skywards miles and a credit card to pay for taxes and fees.

Earning Emirates Skywards Miles

Emirates miles can be earned multiple ways since the program is a Chase transfer partner ,  American Express transfer partner ,  Citi transfer partner ,  Brex transfer partner ,  Capital One transfer partner , and  Marriott transfer partner .

As you can tell, it’s easier than ever to earn Emirates miles .

Emirates is 1:1 transfer partners with Chase, Amex, Brex, Capital One, and Citi. All of these partners process transfers instantly.

Marriott Bonvoy is 3:1 transfer partners with Emirates, and transfers take 3 business days. Plus, if you transfer 60,000 Marriott Bonvoy points to Emirates, you’ll get a bonus of 5,000 miles.

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The Chase Sapphire Preferred ® card is one of the best travel rewards cards on the market. Its bonus categories include travel, dining, online grocery purchases, and streaming services, which gives you the opportunity to earn lots of bonus points on these purchases.

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If you’re looking for an all-around excellent travel rewards card, the Chase Sapphire Reserve ®  is one of the best options out there.

The card combines elite travel benefits and perks like airport lounge access , with excellent point earning and redemption options.  Plus it offers top-notch travel insurance protections to keep you covered whether you’re at home or on the road.

Don’t forget the $300 annual travel credit which really helps to reduce the annual fee!

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A Star Alliance airline program to keep your eye on is the ANA Mileage Club program . This program is known for having a competitive award chart when booking its own and partner airline flights.

The main drawbacks with ANA are that partner award flights must be booked round-trip and its search engine isn’t the easiest to navigate.

ANA considers the Seychelles part of its Africa and the Middle East region, joining the likes of South Africa, Mauritius, Jordan, and Lebanon, among others.

When you’ve built up enough points and miles to book a flight, here are a couple of options to consider:

• Chicago (ORD) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ)  for 104,000 ANA miles in Turkish Airlines business class
• Denver (DEN) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ) for 104,000 ANA miles in Turkish Airlines business class
• Los Angeles (LAX) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ) for 104,000 ANA miles in Turkish Airlines business class
• Miami (MIA) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ) for 104,000 ANA miles in Turkish Airlines business class
• San Francisco (SFO) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ) for 104,000 ANA miles in Turkish Airlines business class
• Washington, D.C. (IAD) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ) for 64,000 ANA miles in Turkish Airlines economy class

With the ANA miles in your account, it’s helpful to follow these steps when you going through the booking process:

• Go to the United website .
• Search for your routing, dates of travel, cabin class, and the number of passengers.
• Confirm the same availability on the ANA website .
• Book the flight, and pay the taxes and fees with a credit card.

Earning ANA Miles

ANA doesn’t offer a co-branded credit card, so the best way to earn ANA miles is to transfer them since they are an Amex transfer partner and a Marriott transfer partner .

When you have enough points to book one of these award flights, transferring from Amex to ANA takes 2 to 3 days at a 1:1 ratio and the Marriott to ANA point transfer takes 4 days at a 3:1 ratio (you’ll get a 5,000-mile bonus when you transfer 60,000 Marriott Bonvoy points).

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Make no mistake — the Amex Platinum card  is a premium card with a premium price tag. With amazing benefits like best-in-class airport lounge access , hotel elite status, and tremendous value in annual statement credits, it can easily prove to be one of the most lucrative cards in your wallet year after year.

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• $155 Walmart+ Credit: Cover the cost of a $12.95 monthly Walmart+ membership (subject to auto-renewal) with a statement credit after you pay for Walmart+ each month with your Platinum Card ® . Cost includes $12.95 plus applicable local sales tax. Plus Up Benefits are excluded.
• $200 Airline Fee Credit: Select one qualifying airline and then receive up to $200 in statement credits per calendar year when incidental fees are charged by the airline to your Platinum Card ® .
• $200 Uber Cash: Enjoy Uber VIP status and up to $200 in Uber savings on rides or eats orders in the US annually. Uber Cash and Uber VIP status is available to Basic Card Member only. Terms Apply.
• $300 Equinox Credit: Get up to $300 back in statement credits per calendar year on an Equinox membership, or an Equinox club membership (subject to auto-renewal) when you pay with your Platinum Card ® . Enrollment required. Visit https://platinum.equinox.com/ to enroll.
• $189 CLEAR ® Plus Credit: Breeze through security with CLEAR Plus at 100+ airports, stadiums, and entertainment venues nationwide and get up to $189 back per calendar year on your Membership (subject to auto-renewal) when you use your Platinum Card ® . Learn more.
• $100 Global Entry Credit: Receive either a $100 statement credit every 4 years for a Global Entry application fee or a statement credit up to $85 every 4.5 years for a TSA PreCheck ® (through a TSA official enrollment provider) application fee, when charged to your Platinum Card ® . Card Members approved for Global Entry will also receive access to TSA PreCheck at no additional cost.
• Shop Saks with Platinum: Get up to $100 in statement credits annually for purchases in Saks Fifth Avenue stores or at saks.com on your Platinum Card ® . That's up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
• $300 SoulCycle At-Home Bike Credit: Get a $300 statement credit for the purchase of a SoulCycle at-home bike with your Platinum Card ® . An Equinox+ subscription is required to purchase a SoulCycle at-home bike and access SoulCycle content. Must charge full price of bike in one transaction. Shipping available in the contiguous U.S. only. Enrollment Required.
• Unlock access to exclusive reservations and special dining experiences with Global Dining Access by Resy when you add your Platinum Card ® to your Resy profile.
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• Terms Apply.
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American Express ® Gold Card

This is the best card for food lovers who dine out at restaurants (worldwide), order take-out and want big rewards at U.S. supermarkets!

The American Express ® Gold Card  is a game-changer.

With this card, you can earn 4x Membership Rewards points at restaurants and you’ll also earn 4x Membership Rewards points at U.S. supermarkets on up to $25,000 per calendar year in purchases, then 1x.

There isn’t another card on the market that offers a 1-2 punch like this. Of course, there are several other benefits of the Gold Card as well, including extra monthly dining rewards and more.

• 4x points per dollar at restaurants, plus takeout and delivery in the U.S.
• 4x points per dollar at U.S. supermarkets, up to $25,000 per calendar year in purchases; and 1x thereafter
• 3x points per dollar on flights purchased directly from airlines or at Amex Travel
• Up to $120 annual dining credit: up to $10 monthly statement credit when you pay with the Amex Gold card at Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com , Milk Bar and select Shake Shack locations
• Up to $120 in annual Uber Cash : get $10 monthly in Uber Cash for Uber Eats orders or Uber rides in the U.S. when you add your Gold Card to your Uber account
• No foreign transaction fees (see rates and fees )
• Access to Amex’s The Hotel Collection
• Access to American Express transfer partners
• $250 annual fee (see rates and fees )
• No lounge access
• Earn 60,000 Membership Rewards ® points after you spend $6,000 on eligible purchases with your new Card within the first 6 months of Card Membership.
• Earn 4X Membership Rewards ® Points at Restaurants, plus takeout and delivery in the U.S., and earn 4X Membership Rewards ® points at U.S. supermarkets (on up to $25,000 per calendar year in purchases, then 1X).
• Earn 3X Membership Rewards ® points on flights booked directly with airlines or on amextravel.com.
• $120 Uber Cash on Gold: Add your Gold Card to your Uber account and each month automatically get $10 in Uber Cash for Uber Eats orders or Uber rides in the U.S., totaling up to $120 per year.
• $120 Dining Credit: Satisfy your cravings and earn up to $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the American Express ® Gold Card at Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com, Milk Bar and select Shake Shack locations. Enrollment required.
• Get a $100 experience credit with a minimum two-night stay when you book The Hotel Collection through American Express Travel. Experience credit varies by property.
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Bottom Line: ANA has the most competitive award pricing; however, Aeroplan and United allow you to book one-way Star Alliance award flights while ANA is less flexible with its round-trip requirement.

One of the least-known secrets of the United MileagePlus program is the ability to book Edelweiss Air and SWISS Air award flights on the same itinerary.

Admittedly, this is a bit niche, but if you love SWISS Air and want to fly to Seychelles, one of the only ways to book a single itinerary is with United miles; Aeroplan and Avianca don’t partner with Edelweiss!

Here’s how much it will cost (relatively similar to the 78,000 LifeMiles charged by Avianca in business class):

If you’re wanting to use your United miles, below are a couple of example flights that you can book:

• Chicago (ORD) – Zurich (ZRH) – Mahé (SEZ)  for 80,500 United miles in SWISS Air and Edelweiss business class
• Los Angeles (LAX) – Zurich (ZRH) – Mahé (SEZ) for 44,000 United miles in SWISS Air and Edelweiss economy class
• San Francisco (SFO) – Zurich (ZRH) – Mahé (SEZ) for 80,500 United miles in SWISS Air and Edelweiss business class
• Tampa (TPA) – Zurich (ZRH) – Mahé (SEZ) for 80,500 United miles in Edelweiss business class

When the time comes to book your next flight with United, use the steps below:

• Go to United’s website .
• On the homepage, check off the box that says Book with miles . Fill in the search details. Click Find flights .
• Log into your United MileagePlus account.
• Select your flights and reserve them by paying with United miles and any taxes with your credit card.

Hot Tip: If you’re wanting to book a SWISS Air business class flight and are struggling with connecting your itinerary to Seychelles, use the United MileagePlus program to be able to fly on Edelweiss Air onwards from Zurich to Seychelles! 

Earning United MileagePlus Miles

United is both a Chase transfer partner and a Marriott transfer partner . The points that you earn in each of these programs can be transferred directly to United MileagePlus to book an award flight.

Points transfer instantly at a 1:1 ratio for Chase. It’ll take around 3 business days for your Marriott Bonvoy points to transfer at a 3:1 ratio; and if you transfer 60,000 Marriott Bonvoy points, you’ll receive a 5,500-mile bonus.

You’ll want to consider the United co-branded credit cards if you’re looking to earn United miles directly:

One additional way to earn more United miles is to buy them when a bonus is offered (up to 100%) .

The Air Canada Aeroplan program is best known for the ability to maximize open-jaws and stopovers and should be on the radar for those looking to fly Star Alliance partner airline flights.

Also, Aeroplan has a handy partnership with Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways that could be instrumental in helping you plan a vacation to Seychelles. That’s because Etihad Airways has a solid business class product, and you can even book Etihad Airways first class from select U.S. cities using Aeroplan points!

Currently, Air Canada Aeroplan uses a distance-based award chart for flights between the U.S. and the Atlantic region (which includes Seychelles):

If you’re ready to book a flight, below are a couple of example flights that can be booked with Aeroplan points:

• Atlanta (ATL) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ) for 70,000 Aeroplan points one-way in Turkish Airlines economy class (add 5,000 points for a stopover in Istanbul)
• Chicago (ORD) – Abu Dhabi (AUH) – Mahé (SEZ)  for 100,000 Aeroplan points one-way in Etihad Airways business class (add 5,000 points for a stopover in Abu Dhabi)
• Chicago (ORD) – Addis Ababa (ADD) – Mahé (SEZ) for 70,000 Aeroplan points one-way in Ethiopian Airlines economy class (add 5,000 points for a stopover in Addis Ababa)
• Houston (IAH) – Istanbul (IST) – Mahé (SEZ) for 100,000 Aeroplan points one-way in Turkish Airlines business class (add 5,000 points for a stopover in Istanbul)
• New York (JFK) – Abu Dhabi (AUH) – Mahé (SEZ) for 130,000 Aeroplan points one-way in Etihad Airways first class and business class (add 5,000 points for a stopover in Abu Dhabi)
• Washington, D.C. (IAD) – Abu Dhabi (AUH) – Mahé (SEZ)  for 130,000 Aeroplan points one-way in Etihad Airways first class and business class (add 5,000 points for a stopover in Abu Dhabi)
• Washington, D.C. (IAD) – Addis Ababa (ADD) – Mahé (SEZ) for 100,000 Aeroplan points one-way in Ethiopian Airlines business class (add 5,000 points for a stopover in Addis Ababa)

With Aeroplan points, you’ll want to focus your efforts on booking Ethiopian through Addis Ababa (ADD), Turkish Airlines through Istanbul (IST), or Etihad Airways through Abu Dhabi (AUH).

When you have enough Aeroplan points in your account, the steps below will help you to book your next award flight:

• Go to the Aeroplan homepage .
• Enter your travel dates, origin and destination airports, number of travelers, and desired class of booking.
• Book the flight on the website and pay the taxes and fees with a credit card.

Earning Aeroplan Points

It’s easy to earn Aeroplan points because the airline partners with Chase , American Express , Capital One , and Marriott Bonvoy .

You can also opt to acquire the co-branded Chase Aeroplan ® Credit Card, which earns 3x points per dollar spent on dining, groceries, and Air Canada, as well as 1x point per $1 spent everywhere else.

For those of you looking to transfer points from Amex , Chase , Capital One , and/or Marriott Bonvoy to Aeroplan, keep these transfer ratios and transfer times in mind: Amex, Capital One, and Chase points transfer instantly at a 1:1 ratio and Marriott Bonvoy point transfers take 5 days at a 3:1 ratio.

To earn more Capital One miles , here are some of the personal cards that we recommend:

Recommended Capital One Cards (Personal)

Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card

Get 2x miles plus some of the most flexible redemptions offered by a travel credit card!

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card   is one of the most popular rewards cards on the market. It’s perfect for anyone in search of a great welcome offer, high rewards rates, and flexible redemption options.

Frequent travelers with excellent credit may benefit from this credit card that offers a lot of bells and whistles. And it offers easy-to-understand rewards earning and redemption.

• 5x miles per $1 on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel
• 2x miles per $1 on all other purchases
• Global Entry or TSA PreCheck application fee credit
• No foreign transaction fees ( rates & fees )
• Access to Capital One transfer partners
• $95 annual fee ( rates & fees )
• Limited elite benefits
• Enjoy a one-time bonus of 75,000 miles once you spend $4,000 on purchases within 3 months from account opening, equal to $750 in travel
• Earn unlimited 2X miles on every purchase, every day
• Earn 5X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel, where you'll get Capital One's best prices on thousands of trip options
• Miles won't expire for the life of the account and there's no limit to how many you can earn
• Receive up to a $100 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck ®
• Use your miles to get reimbursed for any travel purchase—or redeem by booking a trip through Capital One Travel
• Enrich every hotel stay from the Lifestyle Collection with a suite of cardholder benefits, like a $50 experience credit, room upgrades, and more
• Transfer your miles to your choice of 15+ travel loyalty programs
• APR: 19.99% - 29.99% (Variable)

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Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card

The Capital One Venture X card is an excellent option for travelers looking for an all-in-one premium credit card.

The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card is the premium Capital One travel rewards card on the block.

Points and miles fans will be surprised to see that the Capital One Venture X card packs quite the punch when it comes to bookings made through Capital One, all while offering the lowest annual fee among premium credit cards.

Depending on your travel goals and preferences, the Capital One Venture X card could very well end up being your go-to card in your wallet.

• 10x miles per $1 on hotels and rental cars purchased through Capital One Travel
• 5x miles per $1 on flights purchased through Capital One Travel
• $300 annual travel credit on bookings made through Capital One Travel
• Unlimited complimentary access for cardholder and 2 guests to 1,300+ lounges, including Capital One Lounges and the Partner Lounge Network
• 10,000 bonus miles awarded on your account anniversary each year
• Global Entry or TSA PreCheck credit
• Add authorized users for no additional annual fee ( rates & fees )
• $395 annual fee ( rates & fees )
• Does not offer bonus categories for flights or hotel purchases made directly with the airline or hotel group, the preferred booking method for those looking to earn elite status
• Earn 75,000 bonus miles when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening, equal to $750 in travel
• Receive a $300 annual credit for bookings through Capital One Travel, where you'll get Capital One's best prices on thousands of trip options
• Get 10,000 bonus miles (equal to $100 towards travel) every year, starting on your first anniversary
• Earn unlimited 10X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel and 5X miles on flights booked through Capital One Travel
• Earn unlimited 2X miles on all other purchases
• Unlimited complimentary access for you and two guests to 1,300+ lounges, including Capital One Lounges and the Partner Lounge Network
• Use your Venture X miles to easily cover travel expenses, including flights, hotels, rental cars and more—you can even transfer your miles to your choice of 15+ travel loyalty programs
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The first Oneworld member on our list is American Airlines . The AAdvantage program has been gutted over the years of many of its sweet spots, however, you may be able to find value when booking its partner airline flights (such as Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways) to the Middle East.

For flights to Seychelles, American Airlines considers Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Morocco, Seychelles, South Africa, and Tanzania among those in its Africa region.

Here are a couple of flight options to consider if you have the necessary American Airlines miles to book a flight:

• Atlanta (ATL) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ)  one-way for 75,000 American Airlines miles in Qatar Airways Qsuites
• Boston (BOS) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way for 40,000 American Airlines miles in Qatar Airways economy class
• Chicago (ORD) – Abu Dhabi (AUH) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way for 40,000 American miles in Etihad Airways economy class
• New York (JFK) – Abu Dhabi (AUH) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way for 75,000 American Airlines miles in Etihad Airways business class
• Philadelphia (PHL) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way for 75,000 American Airlines miles in Qatar Airways Qsuites
• Seattle (SEA) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way for 75,000 American Airlines miles in Qatar Airways Qsuites
• Washington, D.C. (IAD) – Abu Dhabi (AUH) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way for 75,000 American miles in Etihad Airways business class

You’ll want to follow the steps below to a flight with American miles:

• Head to the American Airlines website .
• Book the flight and pay the taxes and fees with a credit card.

Earning American Airlines AAdvantage Miles

It’s easy to earn American Airlines miles due to the number of co-branded American Airlines credit cards that are available and its partnership with Marriott Bonvoy.

The easiest way to earn miles is by putting your spending on an American Airlines credit card. A second way to earn American miles is to earn Marriott Bonvoy points , and then transfer those points to American Airlines.

For those looking to transfer Marriott Bonvoy points to American Airlines, the point transfer takes 2 days at a 3:1 ratio.

We provide an in-depth analysis of the various Marriott credit cards available.

Bottom Line: Delta and United have now moved their award programs to dynamic award pricing. Both American Airlines and Alaska Airlines have kept award charts, however, based on some award pricing we’re seeing on the American Airlines website, dynamic award pricing seems eminent.

Our second Oneworld program to use to book flights to Seychelles is Cathay Pacific Asia Miles, known for its ability to book Qatar Airways Qsuites flights at reasonable mileage prices.

However, keep in mind that you’ll be responsible for hefty fuel surcharges of $450 to $550 each way.

The Cathay Pacific Asia Miles program doesn’t have an award chart when you’re flying 1 Oneworld airline partner. To figure out the number of miles needed for award flights to Seychelles, you’ll need to use the flight awards calculator .

Here are some great example redemptions you can make:

• Atlanta (ATL) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way for 90,000 Asia Miles in Qatar Airways Qsuites
• Dallas (DFW) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way for 90,000 Asia Miles in Qatar Airways Qsuites
• Houston (IAH) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way for 90,000 Asia Miles in Qatar Airways Qsuites
• Los Angeles (LAX) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way for 90,000 Asia Miles in Qatar Airways Qsuites
• Miami (MIA) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way for 90,000 Asia Miles in Qatar Airways Qsuites
• New York (JFK) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ)  one-way for 94,000 Asia Miles miles in Qatar Airways economy class
• San Francisco (SFO) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way for 90,000 Asia Miles in Qatar Airways Qsuites
• Seattle (SEA) – Doha (DOH) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way for 90,000 Asia Miles in Qatar Airways Qsuites

For those who want to book a flight with Cathay Pacific Asia Miles, use the steps below to your next award flight:

• Head to the British Airways website .
• Select the flight that you want.
• Call Asia Miles at 866-892-2598 to confirm award availability.
• Book the flight and pay the taxes and fees with your credit card.

Earning Cathay Pacific Asia Miles

Asia Miles partners with American Express , Capital One , Citi ThankYou Rewards , and Marriott Bonvoy , making it easy to earn Asia Miles .

For each of these programs, keep the transfer ratios and transfer times in mind: American Express point transfers take 1 to 4 days at a 1:1 ratio, Capital One mile transfers take 36 hours at 1:1 ratio, Citi point transfers take 24 hours at a 1:1 ratio, and Marriott Bonvoy point transfers take 5 days at a 3:1 ratio.

Cathay Pacific also offers a co-branded credit card from Synchrony Bank for another way to earn Asia Miles. When you spend money on this credit card, you will earn miles directly with your spending.

Recommended Citi Cards

Citi Premier ® Card

Frequent flyers will enjoy 3x ThankYou Points at restaurants, gas stations, supermarkets, air travel, and hotels.

The Citi Premier ® Card is an excellent option for anyone looking for an all-around travel rewards credit card. The card helps you earn points fast with great 3x bonus categories such as restaurants, supermarkets, gas stations, airfare, and hotels. Plus, it offers access to airline and hotel transfer partners, doesn’t charge foreign transaction fees, and has a reasonable annual fee!

• 3x points at restaurants, supermarkets, gas stations, airfare, and hotel purchases
• Access to Citi transfer partners
• Annual hotel credit
• No foreign transaction fees
• $95 annual fee
• Earn 60,000 bonus ThankYou ® Points after you spend $4,000 in purchases within the first 3 months of account opening. Plus, for a limited time, earn a total of 10 ThankYou ® Points per $1 spent on hotel, car rentals, and attractions (excluding air travel) booked on the Citi Travel℠ portal through June 30, 2024.
• Earn 3 Points per $1 spent at Gas Stations, Air Travel and Other Hotels
• Earn 3 Points per $1 spent at Restaurants and Supermarkets
• Earn 1 Point per $1 spent on all other purchases
• Annual Hotel Savings Benefit
• 60,000 ThankYou ® Points are redeemable for $600 in gift cards redeemable for $600 in gift cards or travel rewards at thankyou.com
• No expiration and no limit to the amount of points you can earn with this card
• No Foreign Transaction Fees on purchases
• APR: 21.24% - 29.24% Variable

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The very last frequent flyer program is Air France/KLM Flying Blue , which is essentially the only program you should use to book SkyTeam flights.

In almost all cases, Flying Blue has better award pricing than Delta SkyMiles — plus, it has more transfer partners than Delta, so it’s almost all upside.

The most relevant airlines to examine for flights between the U.S. and Seychelles are Air France via Paris (CDG), Kenya Airways via Nairobi (NBO), and Aeroflot via Moscow (SVO).

Although Flying Blue doesn’t publish an award chart, you can click here to access an award flight calculator.

Here are some of our favorite redemptions you can make:

• Boston (BOS) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Air France business class for 91,000 Flying Blue miles
• Chicago (ORD) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Air France business class for 91,000 Flying Blue miles
• Dallas (DFW) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Air France business class for 91,000 Flying Blue miles
• Denver (DEN) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Air France business class for 91,000 Flying Blue miles
• Houston (IAH) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Air France business class for 91,000 Flying Blue miles
• Los Angeles (LAX) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Air France business class for 91,000 Flying Blue miles
• Miami (MIA) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Air France business class for 85,000 Flying Blue miles
• New York (JFK) – Nairobi (NBO) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Kenya Airways business class for 91,000 Flying Blue miles
• San Francisco (SFO) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Air France business class for 91,000 Flying Blue miles
• Seattle (SEA) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Air France business class for 115,000 Flying Blue miles
• Washington, D.C. (IAD) – Paris (CDG) – Mahé (SEZ) one-way in Air France business class for 91,000 Flying Blue miles

Follow these instructions to book a SkyTeam ticket using Flying Blue miles:

• Visit Air France’s U.S. site .
• In the top-right corner, click Log in and enter your login credentials.
• Once you’re back on the homepage, click the Book with Miles button on the top-left of the flight search bar.
• Choose Round trip  or  One-way .
• Enter your flight information.
• Click  Search flights .
• Find your preferred flight itinerary and redeem your Flying Blue miles and use a credit card for any taxes and fees.

Earning Air France/KLM Flying Blue Miles

Earning Flying Blue miles is easier than ever, thanks to transfer partnerships with Amex Membership Rewards, Brex Rewards, Capital One Miles, Chase Ultimate Rewards, Citi ThankYou Rewards, and Marriott Bonvoy.

Amex, Brex, Chase, Capital One, and Citi all transfer almost instantly at a 1:1 ratio.

Marriott transfers in around 3 business days at a 3:1 ratio with a bonus of 5,000 miles if you transfer 60,000 Marriott Bonvoy points to Flying Blue.

Seychelles is an exotic place that you’ll hear and see on many travelers’ lists. It’s not the easiest to get to from the U.S., but once you’re there, you’ll experience some of the best beaches on the planet.

What’s important to know is how best to get there. With this article, you have all of the award programs at your fingertips and an outline of how to earn points and miles to get you to Seychelles.

The information regarding the United Club℠ Business Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer. The information regarding the Marriott Bonvoy Bold ® Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer. The information regarding the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless ® Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.

For rates and fees of The Platinum Card ® from American Express, click here . For rates and fees of the American Express ® Gold Card, click  here . For rates and fees of the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy™ American Express ® Card, click here . For rates and fees of the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant ® American Express ® card, click here .

Frequently Asked Questions

Which oneworld airline program offers the cheapest economy and business class to the seychelles.

If you’re looking to fly business class, American Airlines, Asia Miles, and Japan Airlines will offer the cheapest options.

Iberia Avios is the cheapest award program to use to book economy flights.

Which Star Alliance airline program offers the cheapest economy and business class to the Seychelles?

ANA is the best award program to check out to book both economy and business class flights to Seychelles. However, ANA passes on fuel surcharges on all bookings, so avoid Lufthansa, SWISS Air, and other airlines that charge massive surcharges.

Alternatively, you can redeem Aeroplan points or Avianca LifeMiles to get around the issue of fuel surcharges entirely.

Which SkyTeam airline program offers the cheapest economy and business class to the Seychelles?

Air France/KLM Flying Blue is the primary SkyTeam partner that you can use to book SkyTeam partner flights to Seychelles.

Even though Korean Air offers better mileage pricing, it’s incredibly difficult to earn Korean Air miles.

Delta SkyMiles is also an option, but its prices are almost always going to be higher than Flying Blue.

Which non-alliance airline program offers the cheapest economy and business class to the Seychelles?

Our only non-alliance frequent flyer program to make this list is Emirates, simply because it offers incredible first class opportunities.

With that said, Emirates Skywards is definitely not the cheapest option — it’s best for those who want a first class experience from beginning to end and are willing to redeem more points.

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About Michael McHugh

Born and raised in Mobile, Alabama, Michael took his first international trip in 2013 with friends to the Bahamas. Although he didn’t travel much in his younger years, on that trip, he caught the travel bug and has been hooked ever since.

Michael first caught wind of the points and miles game in 2014 while at a bar in Washington, DC where the conversation amongst friends was quickly derailed because of an alert on a friend’s phone about a mistake fare.  That’s where the love affair with points and miles began.

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