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Mahé, Seychelles

Mahé, Seychelles

The Seychelles' main island hides a mountainous green interior most visitors never touch: the Morne Seychellois trails climb through mist forest with ocean views that reset your screensaver standards. Below, beaches like Anse Major — reachable only on foot or by boat — and reef snorkelling at Port Launay complete the pairing. April, May, October and November bring the calmest seas.

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