Boxfish Island Holiday: Day-by-day
More detailed information of what each day entails, and the various places you’ll stay on the Boxfish Island Holiday. Everything we do is completely tailor-made so while this is an idea which works well, we’ll always design an itinerary just for you.
Starts: Seychelles International Airport Mahé
Having cleared the formalities, you'll be met in the arrivals hall for the next stage of your journey.
Mahé to Le Sans Souci by road
The 20-minute transfer from the airport, often with Le Sans Souci's owners, initially follows the coastal road towards Victoria before turning inland. As it switchbacks up the mountain, this relatively quiet road passes through lush vegetation before reaching the guesthouse – and some commanding views out to sea.
Le Sans Souci
Reached via a mountain road which winds through the tropical vegetation, Le Sans Souci Guest House stands high on the mountain slopes overlooking Victoria Port and the neighbouring islands of St Anne Marine National Park. Set amongst tropical mountain gardens, this gem of a guest house is not on a beach; however it has stupendous views and an ideal location for exploring Mahé's interior.
Reached via a mountain road which winds through the tropical vegetation, Le Sans Souci Guest House stands high on the mountain slopes overlooking Victoria Port and the neighbouring islands of St Anne Marine National Park. Set amongst tropical mountain gardens, this gem of a guest house is not on a beach; however it has stupendous views and an ideal location for exploring Mahé's interior.
"..in the mountain with very nice view of the city & ocean on the east side.."
Mr TfromBangkokArrived 31 Mar 2022, 4 nights
We find Le Sans Souci to be very welcoming: Janine makes a great hostess. Although not on the beach, the setting is wonderful and Sans Souci is ideal as a base for walking in Mahé's forested mountains. Meanwhile, it's only 15 minutes' drive to Beau Vallon Beach and, on the other side, it's 20 minutes' drive to the beaches in the Port Launey area. See our full report on Le Sans Souci
Activities
Birdwatching
Self-guided walking
Mahé to Praslin by road & sea
Leaving Le Sans Souci, you'll be driven back down the mountain to Victoria Jetty for your crossing to Praslin. The modern ferry carries just a handful of tourists, and takes about an hour to reach Praslin. It's then a 10-minute drive along mountain and coastal roads to Coco de Mer Hotel.
Coco de Mer Hotel
Stretching along nearly 2km of coastline at Anse Bois de Rose, in the quiet southwest, you will find the family-friendly Coco de Mer Hotel and its affiliated sibling, Black Parrot Suites.
Stretching along nearly 2km of coastline at Anse Bois de Rose, in the quiet southwest, you will find the family-friendly Coco de Mer Hotel and its affiliated sibling, Black Parrot Suites.
"Third time ...we really really like the place"
Mr & Mrs SAfromNorfolkArrived 5 Oct 2022, 3 nights
Coco de Mer is a cheerful place which is exceedingly well run. Unusually, it appeals just as well to families as it does for honeymooners, as it offers really exceptional value (by Seychelles standards) with very good food and a wide choice of plenty of activities. See our full report on Coco de Mer Hotel
Activities
Birdwatching
Self-guided walking
Snorkelling
Praslin to Mahé by boat & car
After a short drive back to Baie St Anne, enjoy the hour-long return trip to Mahé, with smaller islands coming into sight as you near the jetty. The 10-minute air-conditioned transfer to the airport then offers memorable views from the coastal road before arriving in time to check in.
Ends: Seychelles International Airport Mahé
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