Day in the Life Sailing in the Seychelles: What We Actually Do Every Day

Welcome to a day in my life! We’re currently in the Seychelles, so this edition is a full day in the life sailing in the Seychelles — island routine, boat jobs, and all. Each country we visit changes how our day works, but our base rhythm tends to stay the same.

Here in the Seychelles, land activities are more of a thing than watersports — so there’s been plenty of running, bike rentals, beach time, and tortoise visits. But what does a day actually look like from dawn to lights out?

Let’s dive in.

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Morning (6:30 AM – 10:00 AM)

Once I’m a little more awake, I grab my Bible and read a chapter. Then I journal about the day before. That usually takes about half an hour, and by the time I’m done, I’m properly awake and ready to start the day.

I get dressed in what everyone calls my “uniform”: denim shorts and a bra/singlet thing.

Then it’s into the bathroom for my super simple routine: wash my face, tie my hair up, deodorant, moisturise, tame the frizz with some hairspray, and I’m done. If you’re keen to know more about my skin and hair care routine, head over to this post!

Now I open my laptop, connect my headphones, and get into an hour of online maths — hopping up every four minutes to spin the bread.

Halfway through, the sourdough’s done. I turn off the BBQ and plop the fresh loaf onto the chopping board. Everyone else looks up from their screens to smile and comment on how it looks (very important step).

Then it’s back to finish the rest of my hour.

Between maths and group work, I have a little window to check emails or maybe write something — if I’m lucky. Depends on whether Dad’s on a client call, because when that happens, the boat goes into quiet mode.

Then I make myself breakfast. I’m usually the last one to the breakfast station since everyone else likes to eat while working or studying (unlike me). Lately, my go-to Seychelles breakfast is wheat flakes, banana, honey, and milk. If we’ve got yoghurt, that’s a bonus!

I eat fast — fastest on board, actually — then the others pile around the table, books and pencils in hand.

I run down to grab mine, then Mum starts reading. Since we’re doing an Africa Unit Study, we find the country on the map, colour the flag, and I usually do a bit of sketching while she reads. When she’s done, we fill out our workbooks — everything from grammar to history, geography, and science.

Once we finish, we watch a few short videos on the topic, and then we’re free.

(Just kidding. It’s not that bad.)

That’s Part One of the morning done. After that, we’ve got more freedom, and I definitely make the most of mine.

Mid-Morning to Afternoon (10:00 AM – 2:00 PM)

Right, school’s done. Side note: these times are rough estimates — sometimes things take longer (like when the generator decides not to start), or we’re moving the boat that day. But on a “normal day” like today, this is how it rolls.

While I really enjoy writing and creating, I don’t want to stare at a screen all day. Around midday, I shut the laptop.

Meanwhile, Mum and Dad are still working, the little two are either at the beach or deep in a random craft project, and Ted’s making music or helping with odd jobs.

Afternoon (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM)

Afternoons are slower. I usually read, nap, or just chill for a bit — same goes for Dad.

Eventually, we all come up for air and make a plan. The little two and Ted are probably still off at the beach with friends.

Dad and I throw on our shoes and head ashore for a run — it’s how I get my movement in when I can’t surf, kite, or dive. Running in the Seychelles, with the mountains all around, is honestly stunning.

Sometimes we play frisbee or go for a swim too, and then we’re back on board by sunset — winding down another day in the life sailing in the Seychelles… well, almost, still have a few more things to do.

Evening (5:00 PM – 10:00 PM)

Around now, I mix up the sourdough for the next day and start building dinner. Yep, that’s my job — the building part. Everyone else cooks, and I put it all together: wraps, bowls, plating it for six people, and making it look good.

Then I head down, tidy my room, and jump in the shower. I brush my hair, throw on my PJs, and have a few minutes to check socials or play some music. Yes — I do actually scroll sometimes!

Then it’s goodnights all around.

Downstairs, I go through my sleepy routine — brush teeth, put on lip balm, open the hatch, switch on the fan… and crash.

Key Takeaways from a Day in the Life Sailing in the Seychelles

This is a pretty standard day in the life sailing in the Seychelles. When we’re into watersports, the work and school time gets shortened to make room for a morning and afternoon session. But here, we get heaps done — and then burn off energy on land.

Going through this routine made me realise how much of this would seem wild to someone else — and I agree! It’s a pretty crazy “normal,” and I love it.

So what would a day in your life look like?What’s your highlight, your rhythm, your favourite part of the day? Let me know in the comments — I’d love to hear!