Sainte Anne Marine National Park
Parc Marin de Sainte Anne
A marine park of six small islands off Victoria harbor; glass-bottom boats, snorkeling and sea turtles make it the easiest boat outing from Mahé.
Established in 1973, it was the first marine national park in the Indian Ocean. It includes Sainte Anne Island, Moyenne Island, Round Island, Long Island, Cerf Island and Cocos Island. A common outing is a day trip on a glass-bottom boat from Eden Island or the Victoria jetty. Activities include snorkeling to see coral, tropical fish and turtles, viewing Aldabra giant tortoises on Moyenne Island, and enjoying a Creole lunch on Round Island. A day trip costs about 100 to 150 euros, plus a separate park fee. Some islands have resorts, and only guests may go ashore. UV exposure at sea is strong, so use sun protection and do not touch the coral.
Opening hours
Daytime, depending on boat schedule
Nearby sights
- Victoria Clock Tower & Market
- Seychelles National Botanical Gardens
- Copolia Trail
- Mission Ruins of Venn's Town
- Beau Vallon Beach
- Morne Seychellois National Park
- Port Launay Marine National Park
- Takamaka Rum Distillery, La Plaine St. André