SEYCHELLES

Halal-friendly holidays

Muslims make up about 1.6% of Seychelles' population. There are several mosques and restaurants that serve halal food on Mahé Island. In addition, there are hotels that are alcohol-free and serve halal food.

Despite the country's small Muslim community, there are some restaurants and cafes that serve halal food. They are all found on the island of Mahé, the largest island in the Seychelles. Most halal food is Indian cuisine, but there are also some fast food restaurants that sell halal burgers and wraps. Since the Seychelles is located in the Indian Ocean, seafood is plentiful. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available.

Most hotels in the Seychelles serve some halal food and some serve halal food only. There are some hotels that are alcohol-free and most offer alcohol-free rooms.

The main attractions of Seychelles are its beaches and national parks, where you can admire the country in all its splendour.

Anse Lazio
One of the Seychelles' most popular beaches, Anse Lazio, can be reached on Praslin Island via a hilltop hike. The best time to visit is early morning or late afternoon to avoid the crowds.

Anse Intendance
This is a small and secluded beach on the south coast of Mahé Island, where you can also spot the rare Aldabra giant tortoises along the coast. It's a great surfing spot thanks to the big waves.

Baie Lazare
This is an ideal beach for those looking for calm waters. Here you can snorkel in the bright blue waters and stroll on the golden sandy beach.

Morne Seychellois National Park
The Morne Seychellois National Park is a must for nature and hiking lovers. It has several hiking trails and numerous bird species, lush vegetation and tea plantations.

Vallée de Mai National Park
If you want to cool off, visit the Vallée de Mai National Park, which preserves a forest from prehistoric times. There are hiking trails where you can spot rare birds and lizards native to Seychelles.

Despite the small number of Muslims present on the islands, there are several mosques in the Seychelles.

Victoria Mosque
Located in the capital, Victoria, in the northern part of Mahé Island, this mosque is one of the most popular in the Seychelles. It offers space for 800 worshippers.

Mont-Fleuri / Beau-Fond Lane Mosque
The Mont Fleuri Mosque, also located in Victoria, opened in 2013 and can accommodate around 750 worshippers.

Sheikh Muhammad Bin Khalifa Al-Nahayan Mosque
This small mosque in Mont Fleuri is directly opposite the Mont-Fleuri Mosque and can accomodate 600 worshippers.

Praslin Mosque
On the smaller island of Praslin, this sunni mosque is small but spacious. It is open for daily prayers and Jumu’ah Khutbahs.

Pointe Au Sel Mosque
This Islamic centre in the southern part of Mahé Island is a small space, but is open for daily prayers and Jumu’ah Khutbahs.

There are no ladies-only beaches in the Seychelles.

In some pools, beaches and wellness spas in the Seychelles, it is possible for ladies to wear a burkini or modest swimwear.