Seychelles is surrounded by water and undoubtedly sailing is one of the most popular activities. There are several boat and yacht companies offering their services. You can sail at anytime in the Seychelles waters but for sea going groups try to match the trade winds at its peak (June to October) wind speed at a constant 35 to 40 knots can be very testing. Some say it’s the fastest remedy in removing stress. The Seychelles sailing cup is in the calmer waters of the north trade winds in January.


Planning for vacations! Make your vacations a lifetime experience by opting for Seychelles Holiday Package. Moreover, this is certainly the best time to visit Seychelles, as Seychelles Sailing Cup is making its way. This is one of the most popular events of Seychelles. It is celebrated with great fun and fervor.

Another major cause for the great popularity of Seychelles Sailing Cup is that it is open for both the professional and amateur. If you want to experience the real island life and boating then plan your Seychelles trip during Seychelles Sailing Cup. Various interesting events are being played. They are races between buoys, races between islands, set courses and game fishing contests.

Check out this spectacular event featuring a blend of catamarans, monohulls, mai yachts and traditional rigs which are racing across the crystal clear water of Seychelles. This grand event of Seychelles Sailing Cup will start from 18 to 27 January. 12 boats are participating in this grand event to take active participation in this adventurous week at sea and drive.

This year the Seychelles Tourism Board and Ministry of Community Development, Youth, Sports and Culture sponsored the last year winners. (2007)But, this year things are more exciting, as some of the staff members of STB will also compete for the title.

Three crewmembers from last year will comprise the Drive team, (drive is a kreol word meaning – being carried by the current.) whereas there will be four STB staff members.  Next year, (2009) will be much of surprises, with talk of extending the race to the Amirantes group of islands and the possibility of more participants. It will surely be something to look forward to.

This year opening ceremony was held at Eden Island. The major venues of competition include Port Launay, Baie St Anne Praslin, Curieuse, La Digue, Grande Soeur and Felicite. The closing ceremony was held at Paradise Sun Hotel, Praslin.

16 foregone journalists covered the magnificent Seychelles Sailing Cup. To honour this grand occasion, two topmost French and German sailors were the guests. So, what are you waiting for? Catch this grand event by booking for Seychelles Holiday Package! Will you be in it next year?

What makes the Seychelles sailing cup different, it’s the gathering in the evening on different island, meeting with different people, fishing, safe waters and obviously the competitive aspect of the competition itself. This is a very popular events and yacht and boats are limited make your reservation in advance. You will have a better chance if you already have a team. Rates may differ from last year please contact us early.