Activities / Nature Trail: Morne Blanc

Days of Operation:
Daily
Duration:
Half Day
Season:
All year round

Located within the Morne Seychellois National Park, Morne Blanc is quite the iconic mountain on Mahé, with its sheer cliff face.
Starting above the Tea Tavern at the edge of the Tea Plantation at Sans Soucis, the plants are gradually replaced by a lush cinnamon forest. As you continue the trail, you enter the mist forests of the island, with botanical specimens such as the two types of local Vacoa trees, the parasol and marron (wild).
As you continue along, depending on the season, you will also come across exotic fruit trees, such as the delicious jack-fruit and jamalac (rose apple) trees. Further up the trail of moss covered rocks and trees and fern-covered forest floor, endemic birds such as the Seychelles Bulbul and Sunbirds. Finally, you will emerge on the viewing platform that will re-ward your efforts with magnificent views of the southern and western sides of Mahé.

  • Panoramic views
  • Pitcher plants
  • Photo stops
  • Expert guide
  • 1 bottle of water
  • Transfers to and From Hotel
  • Light casual clothing (T-shirts, shorts)
  • Comfortable hiking shoes (Trainers)
  • Binoculars
  • Mosquito repellent
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Cash
  • Sunglasses
  • Bottles of water

NB: Timings specified below are subject to change without prior notice for circumstances beyond the control of Creole Travel Services

Days of Operation: Mondays to Sundays
Type: Half day
Length: 1.2 km
Intensity: Medium to High
Change in Altitude: 667 m
Departure Point: Tea Plantation
Starting Time: 08:30 hrs
Finishing Time: 12:30 hrs
Actual Walking Time: 1 hr 30 mins one way

Not recommended for pregnant women, the physically challenged, children under the age of 6 and the elderly.

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