Port Launay Marine National Park
Port Launay
A wide white-sand bay inside the marine park on Mahé's west coast. The water is shallow and calm, turtles can be seen while snorkeling, and it is often ranked as Mahé's most beautiful beach.
Port Launay and the neighboring Baie Ternay together form a marine national park. The beach is broad with fine white sand, backed by dense forest and a large resort, and the public can reach it by a path at the end of the road. The bay is calm, good for swimming and snorkeling, and whale sharks are occasionally seen offshore in summer. There are no shops nearby, so bring your own water and food. The drive from Victoria over the Sans Souci road takes about 30 minutes, and bus services are infrequent.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Morne Seychellois National Park
- Anse Major Trail
- Beau Vallon Beach
- Mission Ruins of Venn's Town
- Seychelles National Botanical Gardens
- Copolia Trail
- Victoria Clock Tower & Market
- Anse Soleil