Seychelles Natural History Museum

The Seychelles Natural History Museum displays specimens of animals, plants, and rocks found across the archipelago, with emphasis on species found nowhere else. The collections feature preserved marine creatures, birds, and other inhabitants alongside geological samples from various islands.

The institution was founded in 1964 to record and keep safe the animal and plant life plus geological collections of the islands. Since its opening, it has served as a key place to protect knowledge about the natural world of these unique lands.

The museum reflects how islanders value the protection of their natural heritage and environmental knowledge. Visitors see how the local community understands and cares for what makes their islands special.

The museum operates on weekdays with varying hours depending on the day of the week. Plan your visit by checking the opening times in advance, as hours change from one day to another.

The museum holds preserved specimens of rare animals found only in this archipelago and nowhere else in the world. These collections show how biologically unique these islands are and why they need special protection.

Location: Bel Air

Inception: 1964

Opening Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30-16:30; Friday 8:30-12:00; Saturday 9:00-13:00; Holidays closed

Phone: +2484321333

Email: nathismus@gov.sc

GPS coordinates: -4.62296,55.45305

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:21