Travel guides

Practical notes on visiting Mahé, written by people who live here.

Best Time to Visit Mahé, Seychelles

Mahé is warm year-round, but the two monsoon seasons change the seas, the crowds and the weather. Here's how to pick your dates.

Mahé's liveliest beach versus one of its quietest: here's how the two actually compare, so you can pick the right one for your day.

Mahé's roads are narrow, hilly and winding: here's what actually works for getting around the island if you're not driving yourself.

Often cited as the world's smallest capital city, Victoria packs a clock tower, a lively market and a walkable centre into just a few blocks.

Mahé's largest national park covers much of the island's mountainous interior: here's what to expect from a walk or scenic drive through it.