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 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 jackfruit 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 reward your efforts with magnificent views of the southern and western sides of Mahé.

Length: 1.2 km

Intensity: Medium to High

Change in Altitude: 667 m

Departure Point: Tea Plantation

Actual Walking Time: 1 hr 30 mins one way

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Panoramic view

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

The entrance fee to the park of SCR 250 per person is excluded, and must be paid online before the tour using the link - https://www.spga.gov.sc/tickets/purchase

Not recommended for the physically challenged.

Not allowed for infants under 2 years