Vallee De Mai Nature Walk

OVERVIEW

Embrace the exquisite beauty of the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on this pleasurable walking tour. Board a local ferry for a leisurely cruise to the charming island of Praslin, where you’ll embark on a coach ride to the lush Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve. Set off on an informative and enchanting guided tour surrounded by tropical vegetation and numerous species of exotic endemic palms, including the uncommon double coconut, or coco de mer, which bears the largest nut in the plant kingdom. Keep a sharp watch for the national bird of the Seychelles, the elusive black parrot, as it calls this island home and feeds on the reserve’s abundant fruit. You’ll enjoy refreshments before you leave this captivating haven, where your spirit and soul will surely be stirred by the wealth of nature’s bounty.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Ride a ferry to sublime Praslin Island for a visit to the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Delight in a guided stroll through myriad species of lush, tropical vegetation.
• See the endemic coco de mer palm, or double coconut, which produces the largest nut of any plant worldwide.
• Try to catch sight of the rare black parrot, the Seychelles’ national bird.
• Savor a welcome refreshment amid picturesque natural surroundings.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.