Mahe Island Hotels
Marvellous Mahe Island
Mahe is the largest and most important island in the Seychelles archipelago – although in global terms, it’s not really all that large or important. What Mahe Island is, however, is lush greenery, azure waters and platinum sands that you don’t have to fight hordes of scantily clad day-trippers for your own strip to enjoy. ... Read more »
The rest of Mahe Island is as rolling and scenic as the capital city of Victoria is tiny and quiet – from the 900m peak of titanic Morne Seychellois to the secluded shores of Anse Forbans. If you view the lack of exposed flesh as a drawback then head to the Beau Vallon Bay Casino or the ambitiously named Level 3 Bar. What Mahe’s nightlife lacks in skyscraper lounges it makes up for with ice-cold drinks and, more importantly, plenty of warm vibes.
MAHE’S TOP 10
10. Beau Vallon Mahe’s best-known beach is often skipped by visitors in search of more remote locations. So Beau Vallon is actually rather peaceful. |
5. Diving Whale shark season is something to embrace, not avoid. Just take our word for it. |
9. French Cultural Centre You don’t have to be a member (or French) to enjoy the books, events and meals. |
4. Morne Seychellois National Park Covers 20 per cent of the island, so pick up a trail map before charging into its leafy terrain. |
8. Le Jardin du Roi Spice Garden Off the beaten tourist track, you’re actually encouraged to taste the fruits of this Creole Garden of Eden. |
3. The Botanical Gardens Not won over by a ton of interesting trees and plants? The Botanical Gardens also feature a teahouse and giant tortoises. |
7. Chateau des Mamelles The Seychelles National Museum is pretty dire, so get a dose of history at this elegant old plantation house instead. |
2. Victoria Markets Follow your nose towards the fragrant spices and fresh fish. Also sells a wide array of locally made crafts. |
6. Tea Factory The best shop in Mahe – and totally worth the 25-minute drive from the city. |
1. The Clock Tower Mahe residents will probably scorn you for calling their city landmark a miniature Big Ben, but that’s what it looks like. |
MAHE EVENTS
Bazar Labrin is a lip-smackingly good festival of Creole cuisine, celebrated on Wednesday nights alongside the Beau Vallon beach.
The National Fishing Competition is one of April’s key attractions, but if slimy sea life isn’t your thing, it’s equally good just to watch.
Plenty of cities around the world host a film festival, but Mahe’s Subios at the start of October is probably one of the few where every film is shot underwater.
Mahe is proud of its Creole heritage, so it makes sense that the Creole Festival is celebrated with intense fervour each October. For visitors, this means arts, crafts, music, dance and food.
December’s Seychelles Arts Festival sees culture aficionados flocking to Victoria for performing arts demonstrations and workshops.
WHEN TO GO
- Mahe enjoys a warm, tropical climate, and the weather remains pretty stable throughout the year.
- September to May is the rainiest period.
- Scuba divers will want to visit in April, May, October or November, while hikers generally try to skip the more humid months.
GETTING AROUND
- Mahe has a good bus system, which is also good for getting a taste of local flavour (so they can get rather crowded).
- Taxis are expensive, but most drivers happily double as personal tour guides.
- Renting a car is one of the best ways to explore Mahe Island at your own pace.
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