Nature trail - Morne Blanc (Mahe)
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Located within the Morne Seychellois National Park, Morne Blanc is quite the iconic mountain on Mahé, with its sheer cliff face. Starting above the Tea Tavern at the edge of the Tea Plantation at Sans Soucis, the plants are gradually replaced by a lush cinnamon forest with botanical specimens such as the two types of local Vacoa trees, the parasol and marron (wild). As you continue along, depending on the season, you will also come across exotic fruit trees, such as the delicious jackfruit and jamalac (rose apple) trees. Further up the trail of moss covered rocks and trees and fern-covered forest floor, endemic birds such as the Seychelles Bulbul and Sunbirds. Finally, you will emerge on the viewing platform that will reward your efforts with magnificent views of the southern and western sides of Mahé. Length: 1.2 km Intensity: Medium to High Change in Altitude: 667 m Departure Point: Tea Plantation Actual Walking Time: 1 hr 30 mins one way HIGHLIGHTS: • Panoramic view
Inclusions
What's included
- One bottled water
- Expert Guide
What's not
- Alcoholic & Non-Alcoholic beverages
Itinerary
Tea Tavern Glacis Nature trail.. This nature trail is short (20-30minutes) and easily accessible from the road between Victoria and Port Glaud. The path start just above the Tea Factory and is not far from the Morne blanc Nature trail and the Mission heritage site. The trail present a wonderful opportunity to view natural vegetation growing with little competition from introduced species, as it is part of a habitat restoration site in the Morne seychellois National Park. There are magnificent views to the West and South of Mahe Island.
The Morne Seychellois National Park is situated on the island of Mahe, the largest island of the Seychelles archipelago. Morne Seychellois covers an area of approximately 3,045 hectares, more than 20% of Mahe and made up of a mixture of mangroves, lush tropical jungles and tall mountains. It is 10km in length and between 2km and 4km wide, equipped with an extensive trail network, covering more than 15km.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.2
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Creole Travel Seychelles
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The entrance fee to the park of SCR 250 per person is excluded
- Not recommended for the physically challenged.
- Not allowed for infants under 2 years
How it compares in Victoria
- Its from-price is 95% above the median of the 25 experiences we list in Victoria.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 12 of 25.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Victoria
Victoria, on the island of Mahé, is the small capital of Seychelles, a tropical harbour town with a lively market, a clock tower and a botanical garden.
Victoria sits on the north-east coast of Mahé, the largest island of Seychelles, between a sheltered harbour and the green granite mountains of Morne Seychellois National Park. It is one of the smallest capitals in the world, with a few busy streets, a replica of London's Little Ben clock tower in the centre, and a colourful Hindu temple. The market, named for Sir Selwyn Selwyn-Clarke, is filled with fish, spices, fruit and crafts.
