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Seychelles·Inner Islands, Indian Ocean
Mahé
Granite boulders & jungle shores
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OverviewAt a glance
The largest of the Seychelles, Mahé is where sculpted pink-granite boulders frame powder beaches backed by jungled peaks. Home to the capital Victoria, giant tortoises and some of the most photographed shores on earth.
- Best season
- April – May & October – November
- Getting there
- Seychelles Int’l Airport (SEZ) — flights via Dubai, Doha & Nairobi
- Known for
- Sculpted granite beaches
Signature beachesShores
Beau Vallon
The busiest stretch, fully set up for water sports
Anse Intendance
Wild surf against a granite amphitheatre
Anse Major
A raw granite bay reached on foot
Things to doTo do
Morne Seychellois hike
Hike rainforest trails in the national park to the island’s high point
Island-hop to La Digue
Boat out to Anse Source d’Argent, one of the world’s most beautiful beaches
Victoria market
Browse Creole spice stalls in the world’s smallest capital
Good to knowTips
- 1Ferries and tiny island-hoppers link the isles; services are limited
- 2Granite beaches can have strong rips — watch before you swim
- 3Prices run high — a self-catering villa beats a resort
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