Seychelles

Mahé

The Seychelles' main island hides a mountainous green interior most visitors never touch: the Morne Seychellois trails climb through mist forest with ocean views that reset your screensaver standards.

Best forTropical
Approx. flying time~20h 30m from Los Angeles
Nearest airportVictoria (SEZ)

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About this place

Below, beaches like Anse Major — reachable only on foot or by boat — and reef snorkelling at Port Launay complete the pairing. April, May, October and November bring the calmest seas.

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Budget

Georgina's Cottage

Beau Vallon (Mare Anglaise) · beachside guesthouse

A family-run beach-house guesthouse in Mare Anglaise, a few steps from Beau Vallon Beach, with en-suite rooms and breakfast included.

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Mid-range

Anse Soleil Beachcomber

Baie Lazare · secluded beachfront hotel

A small family-run hotel and restaurant of sea-view rooms, chalets and pool villas set on the secluded Anse Soleil beach.

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Luxury

STORY Seychelles

Beau Vallon · beachfront five-star resort

A contemporary five-star resort of suites and villas on Beau Vallon Bay, about 30 minutes from Seychelles International Airport.

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