Fond Ferdinand Nature Reserve
Fond Ferdinand
A coco de mer palm forest reserve in southeast Praslin, quieter than Vallée de Mai. A hike to the summit offers views of La Digue and the islands.
Fond Ferdinand, like Vallée de Mai, preserves a native coco de mer palm forest, along with palms, chameleons and black parrots found only in the Seychelles. It opened to the public in 2020, and visits require a guide. The route takes about 2–3 hours, and from the granite viewpoint you can see La Digue, Félicité and other islands. Entry costs about 25 euros (including the guide), far less than Vallée de Mai. It is located near Anse Marie-Louise and can be reached by taxi or island bus. The weather is hot, so bring plenty of water.
Opening hours
Mon–Sat approx. 08:00–16:00 (guided group tours)
Nearby sights
- Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve
- Anse Volbert (Côte d'Or)
- St. Pierre Islet
- L'Union Estate
- Anse Source d'Argent
- Anse Sévère
- La Veuve Special Reserve
- Anse Patates