Morne Seychellois National Park, national park

Morne Seychellois National Park covers 3,045 hectares, more than 20% of Mahé, and contains the island's two main peaks: Morne Seychellois at 906 m and Morne Blanc at 667 m. Only one paved road, the Sans Soucis road, crosses the park, which is otherwise served by hiking trails through equatorial forest.

The park was created in 1979 around the Morne Seychellois massif, covering 3,045 hectares, more than 20% of Mahé. Its bounds take in the ruins of an old cinnamon factory and of the first school for the children of freed slaves.

The park is accessible on foot through several trails that wind through the forest at varying difficulty levels. It's best to come prepared with waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear, as the ground can be wet and slippery.

The park is home to a range of bird species, including endemic varieties found nowhere else but these islands. Birdwatchers have the chance to spot rare species in their natural setting here.