Mahe Island Travel Information

Mahé is the largest island (155 km²/59.8 sq. mi.) of the Seychelles, lying in the north east of the nation. The population of Mahé is 80,000. It contains the capital city of Victoria and accommodates 90% of the country's total population. The island was named after Bertrand-François Mahé de La Bourdonnais, a French governor of Mauritius.

Mahé's tallest peak is Morne Seychellois at 905 m, which lies in the Morne Seychellois National Park. The northern and eastern parts of the island are home to much of the population and the Seychelles International Airport which opened in 1971. The southern and western parts have Baie Ternay Marine National Park and Port Launay Marine National Park. The Ste Anne Marine National Park lies offshore, as do Conception Island, Thérèse Island, Anonyme Island and Silhouette Island.

Recommended Hotels in Mahe

·         Clef des Iles

·         Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa

·         Banyan Tree Seychelles

·         Four Seasons Resort Seychelles

·         Maia Luxury Resort & Spa

·         TClub Allamanda

·         Anse Soleil Beachcomber

·         Labriz Silhouette

·         Le Meridien Fisherman's Cove

Attractions in Mahe

·         Sun bathing in the beaches

·         Tour of the spice farms

·         Cruising

·         Deep sea fishing

·         Horse back riding

·         Golfing

·         Cycling

·         Visiting the National History Museum on State House Avenue