10 Praslin & La Digue Tours That Repay the Early Start

1.Praslin: Curieuse & St. Pierre Full-Day Boat Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,352 reviews · 7 hours · from $93Our pick

Spend seven hours exploring St. Pierre and Curieuse from Praslin. You’ll snorkel with tropical fish, visit free-roaming giant tortoises, walk 1.7 kilometers through mangroves, and eat a Creole BBQ lunch. Guides such as Ryan, Jason, Francis, and Jack Sparrow are known for lively explanations, while hotel pickup and gear keep the day simple.

“Such a professional organization! Amazing trip, best activity on Praslin!”

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2.Curieuse Guided Tour, St Pierre, BBQ & 2 Snorkel Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 983 reviews · from $112

From your Praslin hotel, cruise to two snorkeling sites and Curieuse Island with a small group, a guided nature walk, giant tortoises, and a Creole BBQ. Guides such as Benjamin, Rocco, and Liroy are known for friendly, informative service. Expect beach time, drinks, a Takamaka rum cocktail, and weather-based route changes.

“We had an amazing experience with Benjamin as our guide during the trail and snorkeling tour in Seychelles. He was not only friendly and approachable but also very knowledgeable. Throughout the journey, he shared fascinating insights about the history, culture, and nature of Seychelles, which made the experience even more enriching. On the trail, Benjamin guided us with patience and ensured we enjoyed the stunning views safely. During snorkeling, he pointed out beautiful spots and marine life, making the underwater experience unforgettable. If you are visiting Seychelles and want a guide who makes the experience both fun and educational, I would highly recommend Benjamin.Read more”

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3.Praslin: Curieuse & St Pierre Island Day Trip with Barbecue

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 572 reviews · 7 hours · from $88

From Praslin, you’ll cruise to Curieuse with guides such as Benjamin, Aubrey, or Sebastian, walk through mangroves, see free-roaming Aldabra tortoises, eat a Creole BBQ, then snorkel at St Pierre. The $88 price includes transfers, lunch, drinks, gear, and guiding, but not the €20 Curieuse entry fee for ages 12 and up.

“Super fun, everything was taken care of by them. Best activity to make, be prepared for a bit of hiking before snorkelling.”

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4.Curieuse and St. Pierre Islands Day Trip with BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 487 reviews · 6 hours · from $85

From Praslin, speed by boat to Curieuse for a guided mangrove walk and Aldabra tortoises, then eat a Creole BBQ on Anse José. Continue to St. Pierre for snorkeling, with Anse Petit Cours as a calmer backup in rough southeast monsoon seas. Guides such as Reynold and Mario speak English and French.

“It was amazing! Very well planned and executed. Thank you Reynold”

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5.Praslin: Curieuse & St-Pierre Boat Adventure with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 373 reviews · 7 hours · from $56

From Praslin, you’ll cruise to Curieuse for giant tortoises, a guided mangrove hike, Coco de Mer palms, and beach time. Guides such as Benjamin, Mario, and Arnold are praised for clear explanations and friendly service. After an optional BBQ lunch, snorkel at St. Pierre Marine Park. Hotel pickup, drinks, gear, and one beer are included.

“Our guide was very informative. His name was Benjamin and he told us many information over the Island during the walk. The turtles were a highlight! Unfortunately we didn’t see anything special during snorkeling”

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6.Praslin: Vallée de Mai and Anse Lazio Beach Full-day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 315 reviews · 7h 30m · from $76

Spend 7.5 hours exploring Praslin with hotel pickup, a guide, and transport included. Walk through Vallée de Mai, home of the coco de mer and black parrot, then relax at Anse Lazio. Guides such as José Esther explain the island’s plants, wildlife, and village life. Lunch and reserve admission cost extra.

“Our driver and guide José was excellent, very friendly, fun and knowledgeable! We had luck with the weather, the rain only started when the day was almost done. We had just the right amount of time in both locations. Well worth the price and so easy compared to bus travel, especially in the beginning of our trip - nice overview of Praslin Island, which made our next days much easier to plan.”

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7.From Praslin: Cousin, Curieuse & St Pierre Islands Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 152 reviews · 8 hours · from $153

From Praslin, visit Cousin Nature Reserve with an island warden, eat a beach BBQ on Curieuse, then snorkel at St Pierre. The 8-hour trip includes transfers, lunch, equipment, and life vests for up to 10 people. Bring cash for Cousin, a card for Curieuse, and a waterproof bag for the wet boat transfers.

“Onze gids David was erg betrokken en ‘Laid back’, en zou bijna alles doen om voor ons een fijne middag te verzorgen. Ook heel fijn dat hij meerdere talen sprak.”

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8.Sister, Coco, and Felicite Island: Seychelles Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 121 reviews · 6 - 8 hours · from $166

Set out on the spacious Oplezir catamaran from La Digue or Praslin for a full day at Sister, Coco, and Félicité islands. You’ll swim, snorkel, spot marine life, and eat a BBQ lunch onboard. English and French guides, including guide Jaqueline on some departures, lead the outing.

“The crew and food were excellent. I wish we could've stayed a bit more on the beach.”

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9.Curieuse and St Pierre Snorkeling Half-Day Trip No BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 102 reviews · 4 hours · from $53Best value

From Praslin, visit Curieuse Island, meet Aldabra giant tortoises, walk through mangroves to Anse José, then snorkel at St Pierre. Guides such as Mario and Reynold lead the tour in English or French. The four-hour trip includes hotel pickup in selected areas, water, soft drinks, and local beer, but not lunch or the €20 Curieuse landing fee.

“We absolutely loved our trip to Curieuse! The half day was perfect as we were short on time. The organisation of the whole thing was great too, with pick up locations for those without a hire car! The guide Mario was super informative and made it a really relaxed and insightful tour. Would definitely recommend!”

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10.Private Seychelles Islands Tour by Boat with snacks & drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · from $261Top rated

From Anse La Blague on Praslin, Jacques and his assistant take your private group by boat to Curieuse and St. Pierre. You can snorkel, see wild tortoises, visit beaches, and adjust the route when conditions allow. The four-hour trip includes snacks, alcohol, soft drinks, and snorkeling gear.

“Jacque's was a great guide, super friendly and nice. Showed some great places for snorkelling and was very accomodating to us changing the plans. If you want to do a private tour book with Jacques as he will look after all your needs superbly.”

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