Sainte Anne Marine Park and Moyenne Island
Overview
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7 hours
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Once home to the French settlers, the Ste. Anne Marine Park Islands have now become the relics of the Seychelles. They form an important part of the cultural heritage of the Seychellois people. Creole Travel Services offers you the chance to discover the treasures of the Marine Park and learn of the rich history our ancestors left behind.
Conservation has allowed the islands and its surrounding seas to harbour many indigenous species of the Seychelles. Disembark at Moyenne Island where you can join a brief tour amongst free roaming giant land tortoises, Followed by lunch at the Jolly Roger restaurant. We will spend the rest of the day cruising along the islands of the marine park, stopping occasionally at the coral reefs for more snorkeling & swimming opportunities, before making our way back to Mahé via a leisurely, scenic route.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Snorkeling
- Guided tour of Moyenne Island
- Giant land tortoises
- Ste. Anne Marine park
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for the elderly and physically challenged
Not Recommended for infants under 2 years old.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Return coach transfers
Marine Park Fees
Creole Lunch
Landing Fees on Moyenne Island
Alcoholic & Non-Alcoholic beverages (available to purchase)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Ste Anne Marine National Park
Sainte Anne Marine National Park comprises 6 islands off the northeast coast of Mahé Island, Seychelles. There is much to see in the marine park, which is set amid dazzling turquoise waters and is thus, a perfect snorkelling spot.
Sainte Anne Island
Dominated by a hill rising to 246m and surrounded by thick tropical vegetation, Ste.Anne island is the site of the first French settlement in 1770, a courageous undertaking as the island was surrounded by swamps teeming with crocodiles.
Options
Starfish - Odezir Catamaran
Pickup included
Reviews
158 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Organised tour with an island feel
Alex O,
Jul 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fantastic tour from start to finish, well organised, informative, plenty of time doing our own thing and snorkelling which was a personal highlight of ours! Collin was great and even took some fantastic photos of us!
A Five-Star Island Cruise Trip made extra special by Magical Mother Nature and a Great Crew
Shreenivas R,
Jul 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00What an absolutely amazing experience...!!! I'm so glad that I booked this activity to be my first experience of the beauty and culture that Seychelles has to offer. Right from the get go, everything was organised very efficiently. We were picked up from our hotel at 8:45 am sharp on the morning of the trip and we were taken to the location from where the catamaran ride would start. The catamaran itself was excellent - a spacious and comfortable boat that was clean and well-maintained. The staff were highly professional, organised, efficient, and very polite and friendly. All boarding and safety procedures were explained in detail by our chief guide Collin and his fellow guides and the excellent boat crew. Once the ride started, it was great fun and the views and the colours of the waters were just breathtaking. We had our first snorkelling stop just off Sainte Anne Island and then after that, we were taken around the island on the boat. All this while, Collin and his crew - namely, Jacqueline, Garina (the other guides) and Bethane, Marcus, Daniel, Dariom, Corry, Thomas and Wayne kept looking after us very well and catered to all our queries and needs. The boat was expertly navigated and driven by our cool Captain Sam. We then stopped at Moyenne Island where we were treated to a sumptuous and filling Creole lunch which was served with love by the locals on the island. Collin did a fantastic job in explaining the history of Moyenne Island and its flora and fauna...and not to forget the main attraction of the island...the Giant Aldabra Tortoises which have been the island's longest residents. We were also taken on a very small trek which took us to an absolutely stunning viewpoint from where we could see the clear blue waters of the sea and the neighbouring islands. We were then given some time to relax and do our own thing on the island, after which we were picked up again by the catamaran and we headed back to Mahe. There was a second snorkelling stop along the way as well where we were able to see coral reefs and many beautiful fishes. And then, we headed back to Mahe and we were treated to a complimentary drink and a sweet snack by the crew which was a wonderful gesture on their part. Overall, this was one of the best experiences I've ever had on a sea cruise / boat cruise type trip. The locations were beautiful and the people that gave us company on this trip were excellent companions too. I would like to give a special thanks to Collin, Captain Sam and the entire crew and staff (who are named above) for taking such good care of us and making this a very special and memorable trip...Cheers...!!!
Laid back
kayla d,
Mar 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a perfect laid back day. Pickup was around 9am and I was back at my hotel around 5:30pm, so not a very long day. Each stop was well timed and nothing felt rushed. Lunch included very good options and it was a calm day at sea. It was cool to see the tortoises in their natural habitat and get history of the island.
Islands to visit near Mahe Island
Rehana J,
Jan 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Not only did the beautiful sights of the two islands make the trip memorable but all the crew on the boat were fantastic. They looked after us all very well. Thank you.
When went despite the bad...
Maxim M,
Dec 27, 2024
- Viator
5.00When went despite the bad weather and rain, the trip was still amazing. The snorkelling part could be better with the sun, but I still saw a lot of fish and corals. Moyenne Island is interesting and we saw a lot of turtles walking around in paths and the forest. The lunch was delicious and as a buffet option in the Jolly Roger bar, so you could take more if you were very hungry. Soft drinks were not free, but there were tea and coffee tanks. After lunch, you have roughly 45-60 minutes for freeze time on the Island (depending on how fast are you eating), and that time is enough to get a circle trail around the island without people (take more time if you are a slow hiker, as there are some steps there and ascending). After Island, we had another session of snorkelling for anyone who wanted it and this part near Moyenne was even more beautiful underwater. Note: the flippers and masks are provided, but if you have your own - take it. The snorkels did not have blockers, so harder to dive in. Also worth taking a snack with you as the lunch was about 13:30, which is around 4-5 hours after pick-up time.
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