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Hiking Tours in Vallee de Mai

Vallee de Mai, Praslin (Seychelles)

⏱ 3 hours

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About this experience

Hiking Tours in Vallee de Mai is a guided walking excursion through the UNESCO-listed palm forest on Praslin, Seychelles. The tour follows the park's marked trails, including the main path to the Coco de Mer palms and the higher-lying Glacis Noir route. It operates daily with a licensed guide, covering roughly 2–3 hours of moderate terrain.

What to expect

Guided walk of 2–3 hours along the park's main trail and the steeper Glacis Noir loop, with a maximum group size of 10 people.
Entry fee and guide services are included; the tour starts at the visitor centre, where a map and a brief orientation are provided.
Visitors see the endemic Coco de Mer palms, including the largest seed in the plant kingdom, and can spot black parrots and Seychelles bulbuls in the canopy.
The route includes a boardwalk section near the marsh and a rocky, uneven climb to the viewpoint, requiring sturdy footwear and moderate fitness.
Suitable for adults and children over 8 years old; the tour is not recommended for those with limited mobility or knee problems.