Cousin, Curieuse & St. Pierre Islands Snorkel Wildlife Tour

Walk among giant tortoises and snorkel coral reefs across three islands in one day

A full-day tour from Praslin Island visits Cousin, Curieuse and St. Pierre, three protected reserves in Seychelles. You explore winding trails on Cousin to spot giant tortoises and rare Seychelles warblers, tour Curieuse's mangrove forests and former leper colony ruins, then snorkel St. Pierre's granite formations and coral reefs. The tour runs 8 hours with a guide in English or French, includes snacks, lunch and snorkeling equipment, and entrance fees to Cousin (€40 cash) and Curieuse (€20 card) are paid separately at each island.

The experience

The day starts on Cousin Island, a protected nature reserve where you walk trails through lush vegetation to find giant tortoises in their natural habitat and spot the rare Seychelles warbler among diverse bird species. The trails wind through the island's interior, giving you time to photograph and move at your own pace before heading to the next stop.

Curieuse Island comes next, known for its striking red soil and mangrove forests. A guide leads you through the island's history, including the remnants of a former leper colony, and you'll encounter hundreds of land tortoises roaming freely. The operator serves a BBQ buffet lunch upon arrival, and you can snorkel in the clear waters offshore to see coral reefs and marine life before moving on.

St. Pierre, a small islet at the end of the day, is built around granite formations and shallow snorkeling spots. The crystal-clear water here draws vibrant coral and fish close to shore, making it the final snorkel of the tour before the return to Praslin. Snorkeling equipment is provided throughout the day, and snacks are included alongside lunch.

What’s included

• Snacks and a BBQ buffet lunch.
• snorkeling equipment for use at Curieuse and St. Pierre.
• a live guide in English or French.
• access to all three islands with guided exploration of trails, mangrove forests and snorkeling sites.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to FridayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to2h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by MC Seychelles Travel & Tours

Is this one for you?The tour departs from Praslin Island and includes boat transport to all three stops, so you don't need your own transport or a rental car to reach the islands. If you're staying on Praslin without a vehicle, this full-day format lets you see three reserves and snorkel two different sites in a single outing.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and French.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What wildlife will I see on Cousin Island?

Cousin Island is home to giant tortoises and a variety of bird species, including the rare Seychelles warbler. The protected reserve's lush vegetation supports diverse wildlife you'll encounter on the walking trails.

Is snorkeling equipment included, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkeling equipment is provided as part of the tour, so you don't need to bring your own. It's available for use at both Curieuse and St. Pierre.

What's included in the lunch on Curieuse Island?

A BBQ buffet lunch is served upon arrival at Curieuse Island and is included in the tour price. Snacks are also provided throughout the day.

Do I need to pay entrance fees separately, or are they included?

Entrance fees are paid separately at each island: €40 per person at Cousin Island (cash only) and €20 per person at Curieuse Island (card only). These are not included in the tour price.