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Beau Vallon
Mahé’s most popular beach, a long sweep of sand with water sports and sunsets
Mahé’s most popular beach, a long sweep of sand with water sports and sunsets
Soft white sand runs for about 3km. The water is usually calm for swimming, though conditions vary with the seasons.
Lifeguards cover part of the beach; swim near them.
Photo: Hansueli Krapf, CC BY-SA 3.0
Dive centres run trips to granite reefs nearby, and operators offer snorkelling, kayaking and boat trips to the Baie Ternay marine park.
Photo: Hansueli Krapf, CC BY-SA 3.0
Trails in the hills behind the bay, such as Morne Blanc and the ruins at Mission Lodge, have views across the island.
Photo: Anass Sedrati, CC BY-SA 4.0
Try grilled fish, octopus curry and fresh juices at beachfront restaurants.
A weekly evening street market, often on Wednesdays, sells Creole food and crafts; check if it is running.
Buses and taxis run from Victoria in about 15 minutes. The airport is about 30–40 minutes away.
Renting a car makes it easier to explore Mahé’s other beaches.
Seychelles uses the rupee (SCR). Many tourist prices are quoted in euros. It is an expensive destination.
Beach, sea and hills.
Swim, relax and watch the sunset.
Go diving or take a boat to Baie Ternay.
Hike Morne Blanc, then visit Victoria.
The bay faces west, so sunsets are great.
Sea conditions change with the monsoon; ask locally.
Mahé’s roads are narrow and steep; drive carefully.
Visitors must apply online for travel authorisation before arriving in Seychelles; check the current requirements and fee.
Quick answers for planning time in Beau Vallon.
On the north-west coast of Mahé, about 15 minutes from Victoria.
Usually yes, though conditions vary with the seasons.
Swimming, diving, boat trips, hiking and the evening market.
About 30–40 minutes by road.
April to May and October to November.
English and French are widely spoken alongside Seychellois Creole.
Free
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