Beau Vallon Beach
Anse Beau Vallon
The liveliest long white-sand beach on Mahé, with full water sports facilities. A beach night market takes place every Wednesday evening, and it is a great place to watch the sunset.
Beau Vallon Beach lies on the northwest coast of Mahé, about 15 minutes by car from the capital, Victoria. It is a curved white-sand beach about 3 km long, with gentle slopes and shallow waters. During the southeast monsoon, the water is calm. It is the most popular beach on Mahé and one of the few beaches with lifeguards. Along the shore are large resort hotels, guesthouses, restaurants, and bars. You can take part in diving, snorkeling, waterskiing, speedboat rides, paragliding, and glass-bottom boat trips. It is also the departure point for Sainte Anne Marine National Park and the northern islands. Every Wednesday evening, the “Bazar Labrin” night market is held on the beach, selling Creole grilled fish, curry octopus, breadfruit slices, and handicrafts, with live music. It is a good opportunity to experience local life. At sunset, locals and visitors gather on the sand to watch the sun set over the western sea. Getting there: a public bus runs directly from Victoria, taking about 15 to 20 minutes. Please note: from December to March, the northwest monsoon brings big waves, so watch for red flag warnings. Lighting on the beach at night is limited, so avoid lingering alone in isolated areas.
Opening hours
Open all day; Wednesday night market approx. 17:00–22:00
Nearby sights
- Victoria Clock Tower & Market
- Morne Seychellois National Park
- Seychelles National Botanical Gardens
- Anse Major Trail
- Port Launay Marine National Park
- Mission Ruins of Venn's Town
- Copolia Trail
- Sainte Anne Marine National Park