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Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve
Vallée de Mai is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located on Praslin, Seychelles' second largest island. The location is home to the famous Coco de Mer palm with coconuts weighting up to 20kg. (2009-08-23)

Sainte Anne Marine National Park
Discover the wildlife park of Sainte Anne, just off the north east coast of Mahé - the first National marine park zone in the western Indian Ocean. (2009-07-02)

Promotional scenic flights
Hop on our 10-minute Scenic Shuttle or take the 30-minute Sunset Cruise. Daily departures from Mahé International Airport. (2009-05-03)

Our Agusta helicopter gets a brand new look
The Agusta helicopter, which was delivered to the Seychelles last year in factory blue, has been repainted in white, red and black, in the familiar style of the company. (2009-04-28)

Download Helicopter Seychelles' current brochure
Download our 2009 brochure containing our routes and rates, shuttle schedule and scenic flight details. (2009-01-23)

Helicopter Seychelles flies injured tourist from Poivre Island
A French tourist with a foot injury was airlifted to safety from the remote island of Poivre in a night-time rescue mission using the long-range Agusta helicopter. (2009-01-04)

Fly with us to the Outer Islands
A brand new helicopter capable of long-distance heli-flights arrives in the Seychelles, introducing new and exciting destinations to our available routes. (2008-07-14)

Night-flight copter arrives in Seychelles
The arrival of our latest helicopter, the Agusta 109C, is featured in Seychelles Nation - the islands largest circulation daily newspaper. (2008-07-12)

Aerial Filming and Photography
Seychelles is often featured in commercials worldwide. Our pilots are experienced in aerial filming using specially equipped Bell JetRanger helicopters. (2008-07-09)

Not Just Another Place, Another World
Coinciding with the latest worldwide Seychelles campaign, a collection of films by the Seychelles Tourist Board presents the many natural wonders that can be found on the islands. (2008-05-07)

Desroches Island Resort
230km southwest of Mahé, Desroches is the main island of the Amirantes chain and part of the remote Outer Islands of the Seychelles. This beautiful island and its resort were recently featured as an editorial in the exclusive Hideaways Magazine which is now republished here. (2008-04-27)

New Seychelles Properties
When considering buying a property in the Seychelles, a range of developments exists with a premise of luxury for all. (2008-02-20)

A Luxury Resort on the Shores of a Tropical Island
The recently opened resort Labriz, located on the nature protected island of Silhouette, is reviewed by HIDEAWAYS - one of the world's most exclusive travel publications. (2007-11-18)

Seychelles White-eyes transferred to North and Cousine
An Island Conservation Society team has been organising a series of island transfers of the endangered Seychelles White-eye from Conception to Cousine and North Island. (2007-10-02)

The Botanical Garden of Victoria
For travellers who might not have the time to visit several islands, the Botanical Garden of Victoria is the right place for a crash course in the flora of the Seychelles. (2007-08-21)

Seychelles Image Library
A selection of copyright free images available for republication, including aerial photos, helicopters and nature images from some of the most beautiful locations on the islands. (2007-08-06)

Helicopter Seychelles - Flying in Paradise
HAI - the leading organisation of civic helicopter operators - features Helicopter Seychelles in their quarterly publication ROTOR. (2007-05-28)

Holiday with Butler and Three Star Cuisine
The latest hotel gem Maia Luxury Resort & Spa which opened on Mahé in September 2006 is reviewed by HIDEAWAYS - one of the world's most exclusive travel magazines. (2007-04-09)

Labriz - a first-class resort on Silhouette Island
The newly opened five star resort Labriz Silhouette is located along a two kilometres stretch of sand beach on the beautiful island of Silhouette. (2007-03-05)

Beach Tip of the Month March 2007
Anse Intendance is one of the most picturesque and also the widest beach on the island of Mahé. Bring your favourite reading material, lots of sunscreen and prepare yourself for a sizzling hot day on the beach! (2007-03-03)

News Archive:

A new resort and spa on Round Island (2007-02-12)
Sooties return to Cousine after half a century (2007-01-16)
Green Island (2006-11-22)
A new helicopter arrives in Seychelles (2006-11-16)
Employment opportunities at Helicopter Seychelles (2006-11-08)
Community Service (2006-11-06)
Beach Tip of the Month September 2006 (2006-09-12)
Maia Luxury Resort & Spa opens its doors to guests (2006-08-06)
Beach Tip of the Month July 2006 (2006-07-17)
Publish a Helicopter Seychelles Video on your Site (2006-06-25)
The SharksKidz Rugby Club in Seychelles (2006-06-16)
Children in the Wilderness (2006-05-30)
The Utegangar Riding Center on Mahé Island (2006-05-29)
So Long & Farewell (2006-05-02)
Maritime Survival Course (2006-05-02)
Experience the Best of Seychelles in One Day (2006-04-25)
North Island Scuba Diving & Marine Life (2006-04-13)
Hilton to manage five stars Northolme Hotel (2006-04-01)
The Peak of Congo Rouge (2006-03-15)
Le Rendezvous Restaurant on Mahé (2006-03-09)
Subios - Underwater Film and Image Festival 2006 (2006-03-09)
Seychelles Redecoration - Does this beach really exist? (2006-02-01)
Beach Tip of the Month January 2006 (2006-01-01)
Beach Tip of the Month December 2005 (2005-12-01)
Bazaar La Brinn at Beau Vallon, Mahé (2005-11-15)
Sadly Sharon Leaves us (2005-10-23)
Seychelles Beach Guide (2004-10-17)
Frégate Opens Rock Spa (2004-10-17)
New Freshwater Fish Species Discovered (2004-09-23)
Book your Helicopter via our Secure Order Form (2004-08-01)
View our Latest Presentation Video (2004-07-01)
The Flag of Seychelles Flying High! (2004-06-18)
North Island - Reef Explorers Paradise (2003-11-15)
Cousine Island - Refuge for Nature and Man (2003-10-17)
Seychelles Giant Tortoise Conservation Project (2003-05-15)

Internal News Archive:

Inside the March 2004 issue...
  • New 15 minutes charter scenic flight
  • Captain Findlater based on Praslin
  • New helipads on Mahé
  • Inside the June 2002 issue...
  • An early start with Murvin
  • A quick preview
  • Getting ready for...
  • Inside the February 2004 issue...
  • Helicopter Seychelles' Baby Boom 2004
  • Hangar attendants promoted to Passenger Attendants
  • Inside the July 2002 issue...
  • Benny in Heli
  • Faiza at Plantation Heli Stop
  • Denis Island
  • Inside the March 2003 issue...
  • Permanent Helicopter on Praslin
  • New and Cheaper rates for our clients
  • Inside the December 2002 issue...
  • Happy Festive Season
  • Helicopter Seychelles' Baby Boom 2002
  • New uniforms for HSL Ladies

  • Press Articles Archive

    Update on the White-Eye Recovery Programme
    The white-eye recovery programme has been funded by the Dutch Trust Fund and the Ministry of Environment (Seychelles). 31 birds were transferred by Helicopter Seychelles from Conception to Frégate Island to expand their population.

    Farewell Captain Davies - Welcome Captain Dooley
    An overview of Helicopter Seychelles Ltd. in Seychelles Review.
    Volume 5, February/March 2000