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Mahé is the largest and most important island of the Seychelles archipelago. This spectacular island is only 16 miles long but is dominated by a mountain range that forms the backbone of the island. The highest peak, Morne Seychellois, reaches a height of 2700 feet and provides a perfect backdrop to the capital city Victoria. Although Mahé is the economic and political center of the Seychelles it has still retained its natural charm and beauty. In many ways Mahé is the most spectacular of the islands, its huge mountains and lush tropical vegetation provide an inspiring sight. There are over 75 beaches scattered around the island and often you will find that you are the only people present. The beaches are idyllic, soft beautiful sand, fringed by swaying palm trees and a warm and inviting sea to help you cool off from the tropical sun.
All overseas visitors arrive on Mahé, either by the port, which is next to Victoria or at the Seychelles International Airport. Victoria is small enough to walk around, as that is the best way to see the city and to get a feel of the place and the people. The market is a hive of activity daily except Sundays. Here it is easy to see why the Seychellois are often called the friendliest people in the world. The market sells locally made crafts, fish, fresh fruits and vegetables. The Botanical Gardens offer the opportunity to see some of Seychelles, unique and endemic plants in easy and comfortable surroundings. The gardens were established nearly 100 years ago and cover an area of 15 acres. The Clock Tower is the focal point of Victoria and was erected in 1903 to mark Seychelles' "coming of age as a separate colony." Although 90% of the total Seychelles population lives on Mahé (65,000) it still has a quiet and informal atmosphere. Parts of the island look as they did twenty years ago and parts are modern with high tech facilities.
The nightlife is much livelier on Mahé than the neighboring islands. There are two casinos, one in Beau Vallon Bay and one at the Plantation Club in the south of the island. The restaurants offer fantastic cuisine with a variety of international and local delicacies, each with its own identity. Most of the hotels have entertainment in the evenings by local singers and bands and there are some nightclubs in and around Victoria for those who want to dance until the early hours. During the day Mahé has an unbelievable amount of activities to choose from with several well-run dive centers and water sport operators scattered around the island. Mahé has lots of nature walks and trails throughout the Morne Seychellois National Park, which covers an area of 11 square miles. If it is walking around an art gallery or an artist's studio that takes your fancy then Mahé has this too. In fact Mahé can offer you almost anything you want.
