Safety in the Seychelles

Seychelles is much much safer than South Africa but there are some things one needs to be aware of . A lot of the hikes through the forests and up mountains ( anse major trail and Coppolia hike ) are not safe for people on their own . I was heading off on the Anse Major walk when a nice chap at the last shop before the start of the trail stopped me and told me not to go on my own or even in twos -he said he has to help many tourists who have been mugged on that walk . It's not made widely known as no one wants to discourage tourists . Having lived here for 6 months and talking and working with the Seychellois you hear the real stories . It's a beautiful place but you have to be cautious about doing some things on your own .

Seychelles is the safest of all the countries I have lived in. I have been here for almost five years and I have noticed a rise in petty thieving. Mostly opportunists, sometimes drug addicts. Never life threatening.
It is always a good idea to ask a local person's opinion on where you plan to go. Most news coverage is in Kreole and I found people helpful with advice. Just as there are areas in your own country you won't go to after dark there are areas here too that is better to avoid after dark. Like walking alone on the beach. Better to do it in a group.