Mahé Island Mountain & Coast Self-Drive Loop
Based in Beau Vallon and the west coast, this self-drive route links Victoria, mountain trails, and southern beaches.
With a moderate pace, explore the north, center, and south of Mahé Island over four days. Stay in Beau Vallon for the first two nights to visit the capital and hike to Anse Major. On the third day, drive over the mountains via the Sans Souci road to the west coast, and on the fourth day, return to the airport along the southern beaches. Skipping the outer islands, this itinerary is perfect for travelers with limited time, layovers, or a passion for hiking.
December to February brings heavy rain, making mountain trails wet and slippery; check the weather before hiking.
每日安排
第 1 天 · Arrival & Half-Day in Victoria
Pick up your rental car at the airport, drive along the east coast to Victoria (approx. 20 mins), and then cross the mountains to Beau Vallon (approx. 20 mins).
Apply for your digital Travel Authorization online before entry; drive on the left side of the road, and purchase parking coupons for city parking.
住宿：博瓦隆
第 2 天 · Anse Major Hike & Beach
Drive to the trailhead in Bel Ombre (approx. 10 mins), and hike for about 1 to 1.5 hours each way.
Most of the trail is exposed to the sun, so bring plenty of water and cash; you can take a water taxi back to Bel Ombre from the beach.
住宿：博瓦隆
第 3 天 · Cross Sans Souci to the West Coast
馬埃島（科波利亞步道、傳教站遺址觀景台、洛奈港海洋公園海灘）
Drive up the mountain via Sans Souci Road to the trailhead (approx. 25 mins), and descend to Port Launay (approx. 20 mins).
The Copolia Trail is open daily from 8:00 to 16:00 with an entry fee; wear non-slip shoes.
住宿：洛奈港與格洛港
第 4 天 · Southern Beaches & Rum Distillery
馬埃島（安斯索萊伊海灘、安斯因坦丹斯海灘、塔卡馬卡朗姆酒廠（聖安德烈莊園））
Drive south along the west coast road (approx. 40 mins), loop back to the distillery on the east coast, and head to the airport (approx. 30 mins).
Anse Intendance has strong currents and is not suitable for swimming; the distillery is closed on Sundays; booking an evening flight is recommended.