Private Tour of Mahé Island (5 to 6 Hours)

Overview

Explore the main island of the Seychelles on a private 5 to 6 hour tour of Mahé. Accompanied by a certified guide, you will discover the diverse landscapes, local culture, beaches, and history of the island in an air-conditioned vehicle. The itinerary is flexible: you can choose from several points of interest or tell the guide your specific preferences. Due to the duration of the excursion, not all access points can be visited in a single trip. Certain visits incur an additional fee, including the Jardin du Roi Spice Garden (150 rupees), the Takamaka Rum Distillery (150 rupees), Mission Lodge (100 rupees), and Sauzier Waterfall (50 rupees). Stops for lunch or snacks can be arranged during the journey.

Itinerary

1. Île de Mahé

   Beautiful & private island tour around Mahé, according to your wishes. Only you or your group/family take part. You decide in advance or on the day of the tour which activity you would like to see / do. We will adapt to this and give you all our insider tips. Please note that all the spots we describe below are just examples on our tour. There is a lot to discover in 5-6 hours, but you still have enough time during the tour to decide where we stop and wait or where we just want to show you and take pictures. Unfortunately we cannot visit all the places mentioned below due to time constraints. 5-6 hours is a long time in the car. You can therefore choose what you want to see and experience. However, if after 5-6 hours you still haven't seen and discovered enough of our beautiful paradise and you still feel energetic, you can extend the Mahé Island Tour at any time for €25 per hour.

   · Non-stop passage

2. Victoria

   One of the smallest capital cities in the world. We will pass many sights here and only stop briefly. (if you want to explore Victoria and all the sights on foot, we also offer a special city tour here) https://islandtourseychelles.com/tour/city-tour-victoria/ We will see the Hindu temple, the museum, the Clocktower, the largest and oldest church in the Seychelles, the small marina of Victoria, various sculptures, landmarks of the Seychelles and, for example, the building of the exceptionally beautiful Supreme Court of Seychelles.

   · 30 min

3. Eden Island

   We will show you around Eden Island and take a break for lunch or a visit to the toilet if necessary. On Eden you can also buy small souvenirs and see all the yachts and boats in the marina.

   · 30 min

4. Takamaka Rum Distillery

   You simply have to try this local rum. We will also show you how it is made and give you a nice tour. The guided tour costs 150 rupees and the tasting depends on the quantity. However, it is not a sales event, everyone is free to participate, no obligation to buy. Please note that the distillery is closed on Sundays and public holidays. Information on public holidays in the Seychelles can be found here: https://seychelles.com/holidays-in-the-seychelles/ https://seychelellen.com/en/public-holidays/

   · 30 min

5. Anse Royale

   Anse Royale is a beautiful, long beach in the south-east of Mahe. We will stay here for a while, as there is a nice restaurant on the beach and the option of using a toilet or an outdoor shower.

   · 30 min

6. A round tour through the spice garden, where you can explore all possible endemic plants of the Seychelles, herbs and medicinal herbs with examples of their use. You will have plenty of time and opportunities to take photos of all the endemic spices and plants. The Spicegarden also has its own restaurant where you can cook with the garden's own plants and spices and enjoy a delicious lunch (optional). Please note that the Jardin du Roy Spice Garden is closed on public holidays. Information on public holidays in the Seychelles can be found here: https://seychelles.com/holidays-in-the-seychelles/ https://seychelellen.com/en/public-holidays/

   · 30 min

7. Swimming, snorkeling, admiring, photography. There is also the Summer Beach Bar, where you can enjoy cocktails on the beach. A perfect place to relax. The approximate time you need here is about 1 hour (depending on the amount of cocktails). :-)

   · 30 min

8. Lonely and beautiful beach in the southwest of Mahe. Giant turtles, a small bay with a Creole restaurant and genuine Seychelles cuisine right on the beach await you for an (optionally) delicious lunch.

   · 30 min

9. A real insider tip from a very small but beautiful beach in the south-west of Mahé. There is also a great restaurant there for lunch, where you can enjoy Creole and vegetarian cuisine as well as freshly caught fish. A toilet is also available there.

   · 30 min

10. A very beautiful and unusual waterfall for the Seychelles. We will walk about 15 minutes to the waterfall (not strenuous). The waterfall has a small lake in front of it, where you can take a refreshing dip in the spring-fresh water. Please bring a towel for this. Please note that the Sauzier waterfall is closed on public holidays. Information on public holidays in the Seychelles can be found here: https://seychelles.com/holidays-in-the-seychelles/ https://seychelellen.com/en/public-holidays/

    · 30 min

11. Very old sight of the town of Venn with the history of the Seychelles and perfect view of the west coast of Venn to take great photos. Please note that Mission Lodge is closed on public holidays. Information on public holidays in the Seychelles can be found here: https://seychelles.com/holidays-in-the-seychelles/ https://seychelellen.com/en/public-holidays/

    · 30 min

12. Beau Vallon is THE beach in the north of Mahe. There is a lot to see, we like to stop and it is always possible to swim or snorkel, just as you wish. There are also some local take-aways with fresh fish and Creole food, coconuts and other fruits to buy. There is also the Beach Shak Bar, where you can enjoy delicious rum (Takamaka) cocktails, a freshly tapped, cool local beer (Seybrew) or a non-alcoholic mocktail with a beach view and access to the beach. Depending on what time you book our island tour, you also have the option of an enchanting sunset, which starts at around 6 pm and finishes at 7 pm. If you are interested, you can extend the island tour at any time (€25 per hour). You can decide this yourself at short notice on the day of the tour. We are very flexible and happy to accommodate your wishes.

    · 30 min

13. These beautiful options are also available on Mahé: Short walk to Mont Signal It's really only a 5-10 minute walk, but you have a great view of Victoria, the St. Anne Marine Park and its small islands (St. Anne, Long Island, Round Island, Moyenne and Cerf). Panoramic view of Eden Island and Victoria We stop at a very beautiful point near Victoria. You can take great pictures at this point. Carana Beach granite rocks You have to see and photograph this. Extremely spectacular, unique and beautiful. You can also swim there, but the waves are rough and only suitable for good swimmers. Port Launay, Hotel Ephelia One of the most beautiful beaches on Mahe, in a great bay. Depending on where you are staying, you can combine this with a sunset. Sunset drink / sunset cocktail on the beach Experiencing the sunset on an island tour on Mahé is incredible.

    · Non-stop passage

14. We definitely have fun, a good mood and Creole music. If you have any special wishes, plans or requests, please let us know. We love challenges. Our tours are all private and groups of more than 25 people are also possible with this tour and several certified tour guides, in air-conditioned buses, with their own driver. As standard for up to 4 guests, the tour takes place in a very comfortable 5-seater vehicle. On request, a 7-seater minibus can be booked by prior arrangement and additional cost. Bigger groups from 5-25 guests, will always have a bus. No extra costs.

    · Non-stop passage

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

Hello I am Sheena and no matter if you are going on a hike, a day tour, beach tour, waterfall tour, city tour in Victoria or an island tour around Mahé with me or my brothers, I will pick you up from anywhere on Mahé, whether at the hotel, guesthouse, airport or from the various boat harbors. I can also be reached at any time via WhatsApp or SMS on +248 2566558. 5-6 hours is still not enough for you to have seen and discovered everything of our beautiful paradise, you still feel energetic? You can extend the Mahé Island Tour at any time for €25 per hour. Do you have any questions? Do you need something completely individual, a surprise, or a special pick-up location or another place where we can take you after the tour? No matter what, please feel free to contact me, I'm happy to help! eMail: info@islandtourseychelles.com or sheena@tourguide.sc

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What to know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible.
• Service animals allowed.
• Public transport available nearby.
• Special needs child seats available.
• Suitable for all fitness levels.
• Immediate confirmation upon booking.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation for a full refund at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure date.

• No refund if cancelled less than 24 hours before departure.
• This activity may be cancelled in case of bad weather.

Who is it for?

• Travellers seeking a flexible and personalised itinerary.
• Families or groups travelling privately.
• Travellers speaking English, French, or German.

What makes it different

• Private pick-up and transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• Certified guide licensed by the government and tourism authority.
• Ability to adapt the route according to the client's wishes.

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