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Mahe
Waiting to be Explored
When you think of some of the
wonderful places in Africa you
often think of Cape Town, the Serengeti,
Zanzibar, Cairo and even Marrakech. But
one place that’s making a name for itself
on the tourism scene is Mahe the main
Island of the Seychelles.
Of course, the Seychelles is a unique
touristic destination in its own right, the
country is famous for its extravagant
luxury resorts and private islands. But
many visitors are pleasantly surprised by
Mahe. The island is small but packs a big
punch, Mahe boasts has a long and varied
history, a fantastic foodie scene, some
unique architecture, and superb beaches.
Getting in Getting Around
Mahe is only accessible by plane unless you own
a private yacht. The Seychelles International
airport is well serviced with regular flights from
Europe, the Middle East, mainland Africa and
parts of Asia.
Getting around is fairly simply, the bus service
is cheap and accessible. If you are in the capital,
Victoria, then cycling is a good alternative. Taxis
are common although if you plan on exploring
the whole of Mahe, as most tourists do, then we
recommend a private guide or a self-driving.
Things to See and Do
Given its location in Indian Ocean, history, ideal climate, and biodiverse
landscape, there are plenty of things to see and do in Mahe.
It goes with out saying Diving is a major draw of visiting Mahe. The
crystal clear and calm waters combined with colourful and extensive
marine life means even a beginner can enjoy scuba diving off the
coast of Mahe with ease. We recommend going our with Big Blue
Divers, a 5 star rated PADI dive centre.
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