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2 SEYCELLES RODRIGUES MAURITIUS SANDS RESORT VERANDA GRAND BAIE Cap Malheureux ROYAL PALM PARADISE COVE LE MAURICIA Anse la Raie MERVILLE Pereybère 20º SUD MARINA CLUB & RESORT Pointe Aux Cannoniers LEGENDS Grand Bay LE CANONNIER Grand Gaube PAUL & VIRGINIE CLUB MED Pointe Bernache Mont Choisy Petit Raffray Ile d Ambre OTEL MT. COISY Sottise GRAND BAIE CASUARINA & LE CARDINAL The Vale TROU AUX BICES OTEL Goodlands Observatoire LE SAKOA Trou aux Fond du Sac Lord Linseys Aquarium LE PALMISTE Biches Poudre Plaine des D or VERANDA PTE AUX BICES Triolet Cottage Papayes LE RECIF Belle Vue Forban LE MERIDIEN Solitude arel Labourbonnais amlet LE VICTORIA Morcellement TE OBEROI Pointe aux Piments St André Mapou RIVIÈRE DU REMPART Balaclava LA PLANTATION PAMPLEMOUSSES Rivière Pointe Lascars Beau Plan Piton Arsenal Bay du Rempart MARITIM Beau Séjour SSR Botanical Le Goulet Gardens INTERCONTINENTAL Gokoola aute Rive Arsenal Calebasses Roches Noires TE GRAND MAURITIAN The Mount Mon Loisir ANGSANA Terre Rouge Mon Goût Petite Rosalie Plaine des Roches PORT CAMBLY Belle Vue Maurel Pointe de Roches Noires Baie du Tombeau Poste La Fayette Roche Bois Notre Dame Grande Rosalie Port Louis arbour Riche Terre Amaury Fort Château de Villebague Petite L Aventure LE PRINCE MAURICE Le Caudan Waterfront George Ste-Croix Julie Pont Ile Malinot PERE LAVAL Praslin LABOURDONNAIS OTEL ONE & ONLY LE SAINT GERAN Vallée des Prêtres LE SUFFREN Cassis La Nicolière Pointe de Flacq Mare d Australia Grande Rivière Nord-Ouest Grande MUSÉE Montagne Longue BELLE MARE PLAGE Retraite Pointe aux Sables Brisée Verdière Poste de Flacq LONG BEAC Plaine ST GEORGE PORT-LOUIS OTEL Lauzun Salazie Bon Accueil Nouvelle Découverte Constance WATERPARK Pointe aux Caves Bell Village Pieter Both Petit Verger Centre de Flacq Les Guibies Crève Coeur Pont Pailles Bon Dieu St Julien Pointe des Puits Le Pouce Petite Rivière Coromandel Mare la EMERAUDE BEAC Camp Lallmatie Village Pointe de la Petite Riviète Chebel Domaine des Pailles Bar Le Duc TE RESIDENCE Thorel Chaux Fuel BEAU RIVAGE Petite Riviète Bay Argy Montagne Ory PALMAR Camp Palmar Belle Mare CLUB MED BEAU-BASSIN MOKA AMBRE Albion Moka Queen Victoria Ithier Eureka Circonstance CRYSTALS B.RESORT Mont Roches St Pierre St. Julien Trou d Eau Douce Institute SILVER BEAC Pointe Moyenne Roches Brunes Verdun d otman Bel Etang Montagu BOUGAINVILLE Mahatma Gandhi Plaisance Quartier Militaire Caroline LE TROPICAL Pointe Quatre La Mecque LINK OTEL Camp de Masque Pavé Mon Désert Alma Alma Bel Air Beau Rivage LE TOUESSROK Cocos ROSE-ILL Touessrok La Ferme Valette FLACQ Médine Rivière Sèche Ile de I Est Bambous KLONDIKE QUATRE BORNES ighlands Ile aux Cerfs Melrose Beau Champ Flic-en-Flac Candos VILLAS CAROLINE POENIX Grande Rivière Sud Est Ile aux Chats La Louise MANISA OTEL Clarens Bonne Terre Piton du Milieu PEARLE BEAC Palma Sébastopol Olivia Mt du ANAITA TE RESORT LA PIROGUE Casela Rempart Floréal Montagne SUGAR BEAC RESORT La Caverne FOUR SEASONS RESORT SOFITEL IMPERIAL Bird Park Réunion Saint Paul Blanche Ile VACOAS Etoile Wolmar Camisard ILTON Castel MARADIVA RESORT Trois Mamelles Eau Coulée Tamarin Bay Tamarin Ile aux Trou aux GRAND PORT TAMARINA OTEL Magenta Les Aubineaux Oiseaux Cerfs Pointe au Diable TAMARIN OTEL La Mivoie Yémen Forest Side La CUREPIPE Le Vallon Pointe Bambous La Preneuse enrietta Marie Eau Bleue Domaine Bambous Virieux RUISSEAU CRÉOLE Tamarin Falls Midlands Le Val ANSE JONCÉE CENTRE DE PECE BLACK RIVER Anse Jonchée PLAINES WILEMS Ville d Avray St ubert Ferney Grande Bois des Amourettes Trou de Cluny LION MOUNTAIN Rivière Grande Rivière Vieux Grand Port Mme Bouchet Cent Gaulettes Noire Bay Mare aux Vacoas Noire Mare Longue Ile Marianne Rocher Petite Riche en Eau Ile aux Singes Rivière Nouvelle France Ile aux Chats Ile aux Fous des Oiseaux Gorges de la Noire Bay Falaise Rouge Ile de la Passe Rivière Noire Ferney Road Ilot Fortier Pont Colville Pointe Brocus Ile aux Fouquets Plaine Kanaka Crater Union Park Ile Vacoas Ilot Malais Case Noyale Champagne ROSE-BELLE Piton de La Petite Macchabé MAÉBOURG Pointe Jérôme Rivière Noire New Grove Forest Grand Bassin MUSÉE NAVAL La Rosa Mare d Albert PRESK'IL BEAC RESORT Ile aux Bénitiers Bois d Oiseaux Beau Ile aux Aigrettes Pointe des Piton Plaine Rivière du Poste Vallon Pêcheurs Magnien Pointe d Esny Grand Bassin LE PARADIS Bois Chéri Pointe Cascade Chamarel Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Airport Pointe des Deux Cocos DINAROBIN Marron La Gaulette BLUE LAGOON Plaisance Pointe Corps de Garde Piton Savanne Trois Boutiques SANDRANI LES PAVILLONS SAVANNE Mon Désert ST REGIS Le Morne Chamarel Coloured Earth Britannia Pointe Vacoas Mon Trésor INDIAN RESORT Bassin Blanc Camp Diable La Baraque LE MORNEA Ilot Le Bouchon Pointe Fourneau L Escalier Choisy Sud-Ouest Chamouny Tyack Le Pont Naturel Baie du Cap Chemin Grenier Savannah Macondé St. Aubin Rivière Le Souffleur Bénarès ERITAGE LE TELFAIR St Félix Rochester des Anguilles ERITAGE AWALI Bel Ombre Ilot Surinam Falls Pointe Citronniers TAMASSA Vanille Crocodile Park Sancho MOEVENPICK Riambel Union SO SOFITEL SANTI MAURICE Batelage Souillac Baie du Jacotet Pomponette La Roche qui Pleure Gris-Gris

3 Mauritius Mauritius is a fascinating, world-in-one-island slice of paradise! Mauritius stands among one of the top luxury tourism destinations of the world, especially tourists seeking holidays on a tropical paradise island. It is rich with cultural diversity, historic sites, picturesque beaches, tropical fauna and flora, natural attractions as well as the modern setup around; which have enabled the island to win many awards. Omarjee olidays The OMARJEE Group of Companies, a time-tested business success story spanning more than four decades, now drawing from a wealth of experience in wholesaling, retailing, import & export and real estate business to diversify into Aviation & Tourism. The OMJ Company trading under OMARJEE olidays, IATA Accredited agency, Inbound and outbound Tour Operator, the Official Representative of the Seychelles Tourism Board, is well established and offer a complete range of high quality services worldwide. OMARJEE olidays has a selected, well-trained, professional and experienced team to assist you and provide world-class services proved and trusted by our partners. We promise, we deliver value for money services. OMARJEE olidays crew looks forward to welcome you on-board! Why Us? We are best tour operator with top deals. We are devoted about creating the best holidays in the whole wide world. We have a 100% customer satisfaction. Our islanders touch add that special feeling that will ensure your dream holidays.

4 WY VISIT The Golf There are eight 18-hole Championship golf courses and three 9-hole courses dotted around the island, all offering world-class courses to play on. Beaches Mauritius may be small but each of its coasts has its own personality. The west is the calmest, with little of Mauritius s famous wind. Venture south for hidden, rocky coves or east if windsurfing is your thing. All beaches are public so you can easily hop from one inviting stretch to the next. Blue Bay is a protected marine park with first-rate snorkelling; Trou aux Biches is picture-postcard perfect; Mont Choisy in the north is a long, curving bay backed with casuarina trees; while lively Flic-en-Flac, with its beachfront bars, is a great spot for sundowners. There isn t a bad beach on the island. Swim with dolphins Swimming with dolphins is an incredibly moving experience. Playful dolphins can be found just off the West Coast of Mauritius. They can often be seen in the morning and in the late afternoon. The Romance For the third consecutive year Mauritius has been prized best honeymoon destination award at the World Travel Awards Mauritius was voted the World s Leading oneymoon Destination. The Scenery Mauritius hits all the marks as a tropical paradise with coral reefs (the world s third largest), white sand beaches, dramatic green mountain scenery, sugar plantations and extinct volcanoes. The south of the island is often acclaimed as the authentic Mauritius as it is more rural and wild. The people Mauritius is a friendly, ethnic melting pot of diverse heritage. Indians, Tamils, Marathis, Muslims, Creole and Chinese live in harmony. Franco and Anglo-Mauritians reflecting Mauritius former colonial ties with France, Britain, olland and Portugal. English, French and Creole are the main languages. Mauritius sets high standards of tolerance and cultural plurality. Mauritius is an example to the world.

5 MAURITIUS istory There are some fascinating chapters of Mauritius s past to explore. The Food Mauritius s unique cultural mix finds its ultimate expression in the island s cuisine. Ask for a typical local dish and you will get curry, stir-fry, wild boar, barbecues or even a traditional afternoon tea. You can dine to Michelin-star standard at the resorts or nibble your way around street food stalls around the island; stop off at a roadside kiosk for tamarind-spiced pineapple and dholl-puris or have a lobster dinner cooked by a celebrity chef. Whatever you choose, you won t go hungry. Adventure Bored of the sunlounger? ead inland to go ziplining, quad biking and hiking through the rainforest, or canyoning in the waterfalls. Or take to the water every kind of ocean-based sport is available. A Green Landscape Cleared of non-native plants and animals, it was returned to its original wild state, where the Kestrel and Pink Pigeon flourish along with giant tortoises. Mauritius offer extensive tourist facilities and many places of interest. Cultures The Sega is usually sung in Creole (mother tongue of Mauritians). the traditional instruments such as the Ravanne, Triangle, the Maravanne and the traditional guitar are used. The Shopping Mauritius has multiple duty free outlets around the island and is acclaimed for its low prices. Photographic equipment, watches, cellular phones, paintings, antiques, sunglasses, leatherwear, jewels, and engravings are all duty free. Also, reduced taxes on perfumes and cosmetics.

6 YOUR STAY Mauritius, it s a pleasure! (6 Nights / 7 Days) BOUTIQUE OTEL OTEL OTEL Package Includes: Meet and greet at the airport Transfer from airport to hotel 6 Nights accommodation Daily breakfast Transfer from hotel to airport Package Includes: Meet and greet at the airport Transfer from airport to hotel 6 Nights accommodation Daily breakfast Transfer from hotel to airport Package Includes: Meet and greet at the airport Transfer from airport to hotel 6 Nights accommodation Daily breakfast and dinner Transfer from hotel to airport Package as from Package as from Package as from EUR 396 per person sharing a double room EUR 436 per person sharing a double room EUR 625 per person sharing a double room Package Excludes : Air ticket / Travel insurance Special Notes : Price is subject to change depending on availability at the time of booking / Tours, excursions and visits are available at special rates / Car rental or luxury car with driver or helicopter are available / All rates are quoted in EURO / Additional nights can be arranged.

7 IN MAURITIUS Maurice, C est un plaisir! (6 Nuits / 7 Jours) OTEL OTEL LUXURY OTEL Package Includes: Meet and greet at the airport Transfer from airport to hotel 6 Nights accommodation Daily breakfast and dinner Transfer from hotel to airport Package Includes: Meet and greet at the airport Transfer from airport to hotel 6 Nights accommodation Daily breakfast and dinner Transfer from hotel to airport Package Includes: Meet and greet at the airport Transfer from airport to hotel 6 Nights accommodation Daily breakfast and dinner Transfer from hotel to airport Package as from Package as from Package as from EUR 990 per person sharing a double room EUR per person sharing a double room EUR per person sharing a double room

8 YOUR At the Domaine de Lagrave Take a trip down Mauritius memory lane with Domaine de Lagrave. This special place is found in Bananes village, situated three kilometers from Midlands. Behind the fields of sugar cane, discover the amazing panoramic scenery. (Rivers, waterfalls, deer, monkeys, wild boars and birds hide in a pristine forest.) Le Saint Aubin This colonial house, built in 1819, towers its fountain and tropical garden. The Restaurant de Saint-Aubin provides green and shaded surroundings in harmony with the refined cuisine and impeccable service. Let yourself be lulled by the charm and the peace of Saint-Aubin for a special outing during the day or in the evening. La Vallée de Ferney La Vallée de Ferney shelters one of the very last nature sanctuaries in the island. It provides an unhoped-for safe haven to a great variety of indigenous species, many of which are rare or threatened. La Vallée de Ferney is not only a reference among eco-tourism sites but, above all, a 200-hectare reserve where ambitious projects to restore the flora and fauna of Mauritius are being conducted. Exploring La Vallée de Ferney means more than just to take a ramble; it provides an unforgettable experience in a unique place, where the pleasures of hiking are associated with environment protection. Furthermore by visiting La Vallée de Ferney, you are actively contributing to the preservation of the biodiversity of Mauritius, one of the most threatened in the world. Bateau Pirate Discover the wild islands cruising the turquoise waters of the South East Coast. A variety of activities are offered such as snorkeling, swimming, discoveries, barbecues... all complemented in a pleasant musical atmosphere. Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth The seven colored earth is a natural phenomenon and a prominent tourist attraction. The colors evolved through conversion of basaltic lava to clay minerals. It is a relatively small area of sand dunes comprising sand of seven distinct colours (red, brown, violet, green, blue, purple and yellow). Shopping Take a little something back home, be it a diamond necklace or a cashmere pashmina, a rack of spices or a colourful basket. Mauritius has shopping opportunities for all!

9 ADVENTURES Places of worship Mauritius had always maintained the distinction of uniting civil and religious society. The different religions always act in harmony on our island. The Market The Port-Louis market, called «le bazar» by the locals, is famous for its colors, its scents, and its friendliness. Spices, vegetables, fruits, artisanal products: you can find all of these in this unique place where the culinary heart of Mauritius beats. Dive in the heart of the market and discover the folklore and the cultures of an island whose diversity is mouth-watering! Mountainbiking There are many mountainbiking trails in Mauritius. You just need to know where they are! We can take you along some of the most beautiful trails of the island. For beginners, flat cultural trails are proposed and for regular mountainbiker experience the more challenging trails. Catamaran Enjoy a Full day catamaran cruise to see dolphins and the coast of Mauritius. Canyoning Seven cascades is, without any doubt, one of the most beautiful spot on the island. Beginner! Confirmed! It doesn t matter! Vertical World offers you an easy and fun outing, supervised by professionals, on a site of outstanding scenic beauty. kayaking Mauritius is an idyllic location for Sea Kayaking. Its beautiful vast protected lagoons offer great paddling experiences. From mangroves mazes to river mouths, as well as huge crystal clear lagoons & isolated islets.

10 YOUR iking Tamarin Falls Situated on the central plateau, near the small village of enrietta, Tamarin Falls is one of the most beautiful canyons of the island. With its 11 waterfalls and 13 possible abseils, deep ponds, cliff jumps and surrounding lush green vegetation, the Tamarin falls is a beautiful canyon fit for the beginner and would certainly satisfy the more experienced canyon adventurer. La Route Du Sucre The adventure starts behind the facade of the factory building, with tales woven around the life story of sugar, which for long period of time has been the main product of Mauritius. aras Du Morne At the foot of the Morne mountain, you will find the aras du Morne. orseback riding excursion and horse-riding introduction courses are organised. Carriage ride and high quality equestrian amenities are also available. Undersea Walk A unique and must do excursion, accessible to all, safe and easy. No former experience or competences are required. After a short briefing, you proceed for a 20 minutes guided tour at a depth of 3-4 meters. Qualified divers and lifeguards with ample experience and track records in dive centers will accompany you and make you discover this magnificent world throughout the entire tour. Quick Wit Quadbiking In Wolmar Flic en Flac you will find a huge nature reserve which is perfect for Quadbiking. For nature fans seeking some adrenalin, this is the perfect leisure activity. Speed Boat & Parasailing The speed boat trip is all about making sure you have a full day of fun, excitement and discovery of Mauritius. The parasailing offers you a breathtaking bird s eye view of Ile aux Cerfs Island; its beautiful beaches and the beautiful east coast lagoon, making it a truly memorable and worthwhile experience.

11 ACTIVITIES Casela Park The lush environment is the perfect canvas to let your intrepid nature run free. Should you choose to walk with lions, trek past lazy rivers or jump from the top of canyons and waterfalls, Casela World of Adventures doesn t come easy but it is worth the call! Asking for more? Experience ziplines like never before and cross the Nepalese Bridge. Get acquainted with zebras while discovering the Safari park on a quad bike, buggy or Segway. Big cat lovers (children and adults alike) who nevertheless want to keep their distance will get the opportunity to look at the lions and cheetahs perched on a platform right on top of their enclosure. Ile Des Deux Cocos Whoever said life is about the journey, not the destination, probably didn t own a private tropical island retreat. Between the unobstructed views, a picturesque villa and the team of dedicated staff, you can pretty much live out your ultimate castaway fantasy on Île des Deux Cocos. Big-game fishing Big-game fishing draws all anglers, from beginners to professionals, straight to the jetty for their thrilling adventure. Marlin, shark, wahoo, dorado, tuna, bonito and more all offer sporting action to boast about. This makes it the perfect place to bring those eager for a trophy catch. While at sea, keep your eyes alert to stand the chance of witnessing unique displays by Mother Nature s creatures. Spend an unforgettable voyage off the West Coast of Mauritius, well-beyond the calm coral reefs, to the areas of incredible depths where the monster fish dwell as the sea floor drops off past the 3000m mark. elicopter & Sea Plane A sightseeing tourist flight in a light aircraft/helicopter is one of the most thrilling and exciting ways to see the beautiful Mauritius. Le Morne Windsurfing Windsurfing offers constant challenges and new experiences which will drive you with the desire to find the next incredible spot to feel the experience of gliding carefree over the water a lifetime away from daily stress in exotic places. The varied conditions make Mauritius ideal for you, your partner, children and friends to come and enjoy a great time both in and out the water. Cycling Getting around on two wheels has become a lot easier in Mauritius. Many hotels around the island rent mountain bikes.tourist can explore Mauritius by bikes. Guided cycle tours are also organised using dedicated bike trails in areas such as the Maccabée Forest, Chamarel down at Black River Gorges, La Nicolière and up in the north.

12 MOVING YOU AROUND TRANSFER Coach Basic Premium Executive Luxury elicopter CAR RENTAL Economy Premium SUV Luxury Convertible

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14 WAT ELSE... Rodrigues island just a few miles away The People and their Culture Rodrigues Island is also renowned for its authenticity which makes the uniqueness of this anti-stress island. Authentically Creole, the Rodriguan culture is vibrant through the musicm dances and cuisine of its people. RODRIGUES ISLAND/ ILE RODRIGUES

15 Practical information Gastronomy The Rodriguan gastronomy is made up of local produce that is naturally available in abundance. The cuisine consists of simple but tasty dishes that bring out the natural good taste of the produce. A typical Rodriguan meal is served with rice or maize and red beans, and is accented with chilli or chutneys. Location - Indian Ocean, 650 km to the north-east of Mauritius Climate - Tropical, with 28 to 35 C in summer (October to May) 18 to 27 C in winter (June to September) Capital - Port Mathurin Status - Dependency of the Republic of Mauritius with an autonomous status Official Language - English Languages spoken - Creole, French and English Time Zone - GMT +4 wintertime & +5 summertime ow to get there - 1hr20 by plane & 36 hours by sea from Mauritius Passport / Visa - Foreigners: a passport valid until 6 months after departure date & return ticket required. A visa is not necessary for most visitors. Vaccination - No compulsory vaccination Currency - Mauritian Rupee (MUR) Power Supply Volts, 60hz Accomodation - Rodrigues island offers visitors choice of accommodation, ranging from 4 star hotels to fully-furnished studio apartments as well as inns, boarding houses, guesthouses, cottages and aparments. Africa Madagascar Mauritius Island Rodrigues Island 63 25, Reunion Island RODRIGUES ISLAND/ ILE RODRIGUES

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18 TRAVELLERS INFORMATION MAURITIUS ISLAND SEYCELLES ISLAND ow to get there: Language Climate Language Mauritius has only one airport, the well-run Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport at Plaisance in the southeast of the island is the major gateway for travellers coming from abroad. Air Mauritius is the home carrier and operates a network of routes to the local islands and to international destinations in Africa, Australia, Europe and Asia. Air Mauritius also offers helicopter tours and charters from SSR International Airport and a number of major hotels. Regional airlines like Air Austral, Air Madagascar and Air Seychelles connect Mauritius with the surrounding islands. International airlines such as Air, France, Emirates, British Airways, Condor, South African Airways, Air India, Meridiana, Kenya Airways, Malaysia Airlines and Corsair fly all serve Mauritius from their home bases. Visitors are required to provide accommodation details to the immigration service on arrival. Climate Mauritius enjoys a typically tropical climate with year-round heat, although the southeast trade winds help it never to feel too muggy. The summer months are from December to April and the winter runs from May to November. The best months to visit Mauritius are May to early December. January and February, the peak cyclone months, are best avoided by water-sports enthusiasts and divers. Coastal temperatures range between 25 C and 33 C in summer and between 18 C and 24 C in winter. On the plateau it will be some 5 C cooler. Mauritius owns large number of spoken languages due to its multicultural diversity. The official language in Mauritius is English. The majority of the population is bilingual, fluent in both English and French. Creole and French are the main languages used generally. Many other oriental languages that are spoken include indi, Urdu, Tamil, Telegu, Bhojpuri, Gujarati, Marathi, Mandarin and Cantonese. Culture Mauritian culture is based on the diversity of the population. indus, Tamils, Muslims, Christians, Chinese and others from all over the globe live in harmony and respect the free practice of all religions in Mauritius. The ancestral melting-pot that is Mauritian culture allows different faith communities to cohabit in mutual respect. Mauritius is an island of temples, churches and mosques. Driving Mauritians drive on the left-hand side of the road and give way to the right. Visitors with driving license are allowed to drive during their stay. It is always best to check with the Car Rental Company and local authorities beforehand. Medical Both private and free medical services are available on the Island. Private clinics provide medical services for a fee. Time difference Mauritius is 4 hours ahead of GMT, 3 hours ahead of British summer time and 2 hours ahead of European summer time. Temperatures range between 24 and 32 centigrade all year round. The year is divided between the northwest trade winds (December- March), when it is generally hot and humid, and those of the southeast (May-September), when it is drier and cooler. March, April, May, October and November are normally calm and relatively windless. Communications Competing GSM networks operate with full International roaming agreements with most countries. Payphones are available in most districts on the Inner Islands. Internet service providers, Internet cafés, postal and courier services are located in central Victoria with postal services and Internet cafés also available on Praslin and La Digue. Credit cards MasterCard/Access and Visa Cards are widely accepted in Seychelles. American Express and Diners Club to a lesser extent. Currency The local currency is the Seychelles Rupee (Sr) made up of 100 cents. Notes come in denominations of Sr10.00, Sr25.00, Sr50.00, Sr and Sr and coins from Sr5.00 downwards. Seychelles accepts all major currencies. Traveller s cheques are accepted at all banks. Drinking Water Tap water on Mahé and Praslin is safe and drinkable. owever, when visiting the other islands it is advisable to drink bottled spring water. Seychelles has three official languages English, French and Creole. Banking hours Banking hours are generally Monday- Friday 0800hrs-1400hrs, and Saturday 0800hrs-1100hrs. All banks process traveller s cheques and foreign exchange transactions. Passports are required for visitors transactions and nominal commissions may be charged. ATM facilities exist at major banks on Mahé, Praslin and La Digue and at the airport on Mahé and Praslin. Please note that these provide cash in local currency.. Religion Most of the population is Roman Catholic, with Anglican and other Protestant churches on Mahé, Praslin and La Digue existing in harmony alongside Muslim, indu and Baha i communities. Shopping Shops are open 09h00 to 16h00 during weekdays and from 08h00 to12h00 on Saturdays. Most shops in Victoria are closed on Sundays and public holidays. Safety & Valuables Seychelles is a safe destination but it is advisable to be cautious. Be advised not to flaunt large sums of money or other high value items. Rather make use of your room or the hotel safes. Time difference Seychelles is 4 hours ahead of GMT, 3 hours ahead of British summer time and 2 hours ahead of European summer time.

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