Mahe sailing itinerary - 7 days

Duration: 7 Days

Distance: 79 nm

Itinerary description by day

Day 1

Mahe

Saint Anne Marine Park is a premier destination for sailors seeking natural beauty and vibrant marine life. The park encompasses six small islands and offers protected anchorages with crystal-clear waters and abundant coral reefs. You can enjoy excellent snorkeling and diving, encountering diverse sea life. The park’s pristine beaches and lush landscapes provide idyllic spots for relaxation and exploration.

Distance: 0nm

Duration: 0 hours

Day 2

La Digue

La Digue, one of the most charming islands in the Seychelles, is renowned for its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and relaxed, rustic atmosphere. Famous for the iconic Anse Source d'Argent beach with its unique granite boulders, La Digue offers picturesque scenery perfect for photography and relaxation. The island’s lush interior, accessible by bike or ox-cart, features vanilla plantations, coconut groves, and traditional Creole architecture.

Distance: 27nm

Duration: 7 hours

Day 3

Félicité

Félicité is a small island, a private paradise known for its stunning natural beauty and exclusivity. The island boasts pristine white sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and lush tropical vegetation. Félicité offers excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving, with vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life just offshore.

Distance: 3nm

Duration: 1 hours

Day 4

Grande Soeur

Grande Soeur, also known as Big Sister Island, is a beautiful private island in the Seychelles, renowned for its unspoiled natural beauty and exclusivity. The island features stunning white sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and lush tropical forests. Grande Soeur is a haven for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts, with vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life.

Distance: 2nm

Duration: 1 hours

Day 5

Curieuse

Curieuse Island, Turtle Pond, is a notable attraction within the island's protected marine reserve. This natural habitat is home to a large population of Aldabra giant tortoises, offering visitors a unique opportunity to observe these magnificent creatures up close. The pond is surrounded by lush vegetation and provides a serene setting for exploring the island's rich biodiversity. Turtle Pond is a must-visit location.

Distance: 8nm

Duration: 2 hours

Day 6

Baie St. Anne - Praslin

Baie St. Anne is a bustling bay that serves as the main port of Praslin, offering access to the island’s pristine beaches and lush tropical forests. Sailors can explore the nearby Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve, home to the famous Coco de Mer palms. Baie St. Anne’s crystal-clear waters are perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and diving

Distance: 8nm

Duration: 2 hours

Day 7

Cousin Island

Cousin Island is a protected nature reserve renowned for its rich biodiversity and pristine natural environment. This small granitic island is a haven for birdwatchers, home to numerous endemic bird species, including the Seychelles warbler and the Seychelles magpie-robin. Cousin Island also boasts beautiful white sand beaches and vibrant coral reefs, making it an excellent spot for snorkeling and observing marine life.

Distance: 9nm

Duration: 2 hours

Day 8

Mahe

Return to the base for the check-out procedure.

Distance: 22nm

Duration: 5 hours

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12 Knots

United States

Aug 2024

“Marine parks operating hours and prices”

Mahé Sainte Anne Marine Park is open every day from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: 10 € per person per day + 10 € for the boat in case of night anchorage.

Bay Ternay Marine National Park is open every day from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: €10 per person per day / After 5 p.m., €10 for anchoring the boat.

Coco Island Marine Park is open every day from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: €10 per person per day.

Cousin Island is open Tuesday to Friday. Cost €25 per person. Guided tours are from 9 am till 10 am.

Big sister (private island) is open from Monday to Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: €23 per person. Closed Saturday and Sunday.

The dam - Estate plantation and access to Source d'Argent cove is €4 per person.

Silhouette is open every day. Cost: 20 € per person.

Curieuse and Saint-Pierre islet are open every day. Cost: 10 € per person (visit of curious river and authorization for snorkelling in Saint-Pierre).

Praslin - visit of the Vallée de Mai every day, €15 per person.

Bird is open every day. Cost: 40 € per person.

The North Island, Little Sister, Marianne, Denis, and Frégate are private islands and closed to the public.

12 Knots

United States

Aug 2024

“Groceries.”

Groceries. There are several provisioning solutions on Mahe in Seychelles. It is possible to order directly online via https://www.oquayshopseychelles.com/fr/ This solution is the most practical. Or, you can do your shopping directly at the Eden Island marina in SPAR in Eden Plaza. Or, you may find a large supermarket in Victoria: STC Hypermarket. It is also possible to go shopping directly at the Victoria Market: Sir Selwyn Selwyn Clarke. For the last two options, you’ll need to take a bus or a taxi to get there.