The Seychelles is famous for the variety of unique, eco-friendly, and immersive ways for people or tourists to encounter its incredible wildlife, both on land and in the sea.
Here are some of the best ways to experience wildlife encounters on Praslin Island when you rent a car with Kreol Services:
Visit Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve
Vallee de Mai is a must-visit destination for wildlife lovers. Visitors to the island will be able to see the national bird of Seychelles, the Seychelles black parrot. This rare, endemic species of parrot can only be found in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will most likely stumble upon geckos, or frogs and even spot the endemic snails like the Pachnodus species. Another main attraction at this reserve is the famous Coco de Mer palms, known to bear the largest seeds in the world.
The Vallee de Mai Nature Reserve is open to the public with guided tours available, and if you go early enough, it’s the best time to enjoy early-morning birdwatching walks. Here you can spot some of the beautifully unique endemic birds of the island, like the Seychelles bulbul, Seychelles blue pigeon, or the Seychelles sunbird.
Take a Trip to Curieuse Island
You can visit Curieuse Island when you travel to a nearby jetty or beach where the boats to the island depart from Praslin’s shore. You can head to Anse Volbert or to Anse Boudin whichever is closest to where you stay. The island is accessible by a short boat rid,e and this trip is often included in full-day island hopping packages.
On Curieuse Island, you can witness the giants roaming the island, the Aldabra tortoises. You can also visit the baby tortoise nursery or stroll along the mangrove boardwalk where you will spot crabs, lizards, and birdlife. Some of the diverse wildlife found on the island ranges from Fiddler Crabs, Green Day Geckos, endemic to seabirds as well as shorebirds attracted by the island’s mudflats.
Go Snorkelling & Diving in Marine Parks
Praslin is surrounded by protected marine life areas. One of the best spots to visit is St. Pierre Islet with vibrant reef fish, turtles, and eagle rays. Anse Lazio and Anse Georgette are perfect beaches where you can find Hawksbill Sea Turtles heading to the beach to nest, or if you dive in a little deeper, you can spot reef sharks, butterflyfish, and even clownfish.
Remember to bring your own gear, rent equipment from local snorkel shops, or join a snorkel tour by boat. Several dive centres offer PADI courses and guided dives.
Enjoy Birdwatching Around Praslin
Besides Vallée de Mai, the island is home to coastal and forest birds. Fond Ferdinand Nature Reserve is lesser-known and quieter but home to some of the rarest bird species in the archipelago. You can also spot seabirds like fairy terns around Anse Volbert and Cote d’Or.
Some of the species to look for are the Madagascar fody, the males have bright red feathers which are especially eye-catching, the White-tailed tropicbird, and the Seychelles bulbul and sunbirds.
Whether you’re wandering through the forests of Vallée de Mai, exploring the wild beauty of Curieuse Island, or snorkelling in crystal-clear waters, Praslin is bursting with unforgettable wildlife experiences. Renting a car with Kreol Services gives you the freedom to explore the island at your own pace and make the most of every moment.
Contact our team at Kreol Services today to book your rental car and start your Seychelles journey!
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