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Mahé to La Digue across the Inner Islands: 4-Day Plan You Can Actually Do

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The 4-day version for May: every day fits real transit, opening hours and daylight. Prefer more or fewer days? 4-day plan · best time to go.

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4
days
95 km
distance
4.9 h
in transit
12
curated stops

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Day 1 Victoria & Mahé → Praslin & the Vallée de Mai

3 curated stops
Transit
2h42
Finish
~17:25
Temperature
27.9°C–28.5°C
Rainy days
~13
Daylight
11.8h
09:00
Victoria market and civic centre walk seychelles.com map ↗
Read Victoria through its market, clock tower and compact civic streets, adapting to the market’s temporary location and live hours.
180 min · Victoria & Mahé · Public walk; purchases and admissions are separate
open: Market Monday-Saturday 05:00-16:00; earlier close Saturday; closed Sunday; temporary Victoria location during renovation
12:10
Natural History Museum read more map ↗
Explore exhibits showcasing the Seychelles' vibrant wildlife and natural history.
50 min · Victoria & Mahé
15:55
Praslin Museum search
Discover Seychelles traditions and enjoy local plants, fruit bats, and refreshments.
90 min · Praslin & the Vallée de Mai
Overnight: Praslin & the Vallée de Mai
e.g. Berjaya Praslin Resort · Hotel l'Archipel

Day 2 Around Praslin & the Vallée de Mai

2 curated stops
Transit
0h21
Finish
~14:25
Temperature
27.9°C–28.5°C
Rainy days
~13
Daylight
11.8h
09:00
Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve sif.sc read more map ↗
Walk a protected coco de mer palm-forest route from the Vallée de Mai visitor centre.
120 min · Praslin & the Vallée de Mai · Current SIF admission applies
open: Daily 08:30-16:30; last entry 15:30; closed 25 December and 1 January
11:25
Give Praslin’s granite-framed Anse Lazio a relaxed daylight beach stop.
120 min · Praslin & the Vallée de Mai · Free public beach; local transport is separate
13:25
Café des Arts leduc-seychelles.com
Dine on fresh seafood amidst local art, right on the beach with a relaxed vibe.
60 min · Praslin & the Vallée de Mai
Overnight here
e.g. Berjaya Praslin Resort · Hotel l'Archipel

Day 3 La Digue

3 curated stops
Transit
1h39
Finish
~16:45
Temperature
27.9°C–28.5°C
Rainy days
~13
Daylight
11.8h
10:15
L'Union Estate lunion.estate
Step into colonial history with coconut plantations, a copra mill, and giant tortoises.
120 min · La Digue
open: Daily 06:00-18:00
12:30
Anse Source d'Argent search
Relax on soft white sand flanked by granite boulders, with calm, clear waters.
120 min · La Digue
14:45
Veuve Reserve spga.gov.sc
Walk trails home to the rare Black Paradise Flycatcher and enjoy the lush reserve.
60 min · La Digue
open: Monday-Friday 08:00-16:00; Saturday 09:00-15:00; closed Sunday
15:45
Rey & Josh Cafe Takeaway search
Enjoy the area's best seafood curries, with outdoor seating and plant-based options.
60 min · La Digue

Day 4 Around La Digue

2 curated stops
Transit
0h12
Finish
~10:55
Temperature
27.9°C–28.5°C
Rainy days
~13
Daylight
11.8h
09:00
Anse Sévère search
Unwind on a quiet beach north of La Passe, with nearby bars and snack options.
50 min · La Digue
open: Sunrise to Sunset
10:05
Grand Anse search
Enjoy white sand and granite boulders, surrounded by lush vegetation and occasional surf.
50 min · La Digue

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