These central islands constitute 98% of the land area of the Seychelles and contain about the same proportion of the lodgings.
The main
Mahe Group hosts the international airport and the capital Victoria. It offers a wide range of activities and a broad range of accommodation.
The second largest
Praslin Group is facinating in itself, but also has some wonderful remote islets to explore. Neighbouring
La Digue Group is smaller and more laid back and with accommodation focussed mainly into lower cost guesthouses.
Of the smaller private islands
North Island and
Fregate Island are the most upmarket, whilst
Denis Island and
Bird Island offer perhaps the best value.