Vallee de Mai Nature Preserve
Vallée de Mai
Fee required
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
A UNESCO World Heritage Site on Praslin Island, Seychelles, known for its unique, ancient palm forest, including the endemic coco de mer palm and diverse wildlife. Described as the 'Garden of Eden'.

📜 UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983, located on Praslin Island, Seychelles.
🔍 Home to a unique, ancient palm forest and diverse endemic species.

Why Go

🌳 Explore a primeval tropical ecosystem with endemic palms
🌴 See the rare coco de mer, world's largest seed
🦜 Spot unique wildlife like the Seychelles black parrot
🚶 Enjoy walking trails through a "Garden of Eden"

Why Avoid

💰 Entrance fee can be high

Tips

🗺️ Free information leaflet with map provided at entrance
☔ Palm forest offers shelter if it rains
📸 Bring a good camera for shy birds

Cost

💰 Adults 350-450 SCR (~23-25 EUR), covers facilities and conservation.

Hours

🕒 Daily 8:00 - 17:30 (last entry 15:30). Closed 25th Dec and 1st Jan.

🅿️ Parking

Available on site.

🚻 Toilets

Available on site.

♿ Wheelchair accessibility

Visitor centre and first part of forest are wheelchair accessible.

🛍️ Facilities

Cafeteria, lockers, souvenir shop, information centre.

Last updated 7 days ago

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