The pure joy of our islander way of Simple Living. This is our ethos. This is where we find our happiness. Despite decades of pressure to be something else, we stayed firm in our roots, reflected in our charming little, big heart guesthouse. Ironically, this is what many businesses are now starting to return to! As such, living in harmony with nature, sustainability is an instinctual part of our being. We are on the lower end of consumption, buy local, we reuse what we can or pass it on and we recycle as much as possible in Seychelles:

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2 bikinis + 1 dress (or the equivalent) = pretty much all you really need! 
However, here is a check-list of other basic items to consider:

Seychelles packing check-list

1. Any medication you use (carry by hand)
2. Sunscreen (reef friendly)
3. Sunglasses & Hat
4. Summer Light clothing 
5. A pair of flip flops. Trainers if you plan to do nature walks or sports.
6. A Beach bag. Back pack for nature trails/hiking & small water proof bag for boat trips.
7. Snorkelling equipment (mask & tube, flippers optional)
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When is the best time to stay at Beau Vallon?

The Seychelles enjoy an equatorial, tropical climate. An average 8 hours of sunshine, temperature of 29 degrees with hot, sunny days and warm crystal-clear waters make Seychelles a year-round destination.

With it's protected setting north-west of Mahé, the bay of Beau Vallon is an all year round area, therefore always a good choice. For a perfect beach holiday, the best time is from February to November.
The rainiest months are usually December and January.

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All international flights land on the main island Mahé.

Although a handful arrive by sea, most people both local and visitors get to the Seychelles by air, arriving at the Seychelles International Airport on the main island of Mahé.

Here is the link with the most current information on air access to Seychelles
www.scaa.sc/index.php/seasonal-flight-schedule. Once you have determined the closest place you will be travelling from or via, do a quick search of flight code for the airline if not on the list below: 

QR  Qatar Airways (Doha)

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Seychelles is home to some of the most unique fauna and flora on the planet. Most of which live freely in their natural environment. As her guardians, it is our responsibility to ensure this is protected to the end. And as such, it is necessary that our visitors are aware of the code of conduct and respectful of our pristine eco-systems.

The general principle is DO NOT TOUCH ANYTHING. It is forbidden to remove any shells, sand or coral reef. Do not stand on coral reef while snorkelling. Do not remove plants. Do not litter.

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