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Morne Blanc Trail

Anse Etoile  >  Seychelles

Morne Blanc is a trail to the summit with numerous bird species to see. This is potentially one of the best places to see the Seychelles Swiftlet.

Added* by A. F.
Most recent update 12 August 2024

Description

Morne Blanc summit is the twelfth highest peak in the Seychelles, at 675 m above sea level, offering excellent views over Seychelles' largest island, Mahé and it's coastline. The trail is situated near the only tea plantation on the island of Mahé. It is situated within the Morne National Park with species present such as Seychelles Scops-Owl, Seychelles Bulbul and Seychelles Sunbird. The summit offers a good oppurtunity to witness Seychelles Swiftlets soaring above (often seen in twos).

Many White-tailed Tropicbirds can be seen flying toward the coastline.

Details

Access

The Morne Blanc summit is located in the northern part of the Seychelles island of Mahé. You can access the trail via the Sans Soucis Road. Press P in the map for directions. The trail is 800 meter long (one way).

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Mountain , Canyon/cliff , Sea

Conditions

Hilly , Rocky , Mountainous

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

All year round

Route

Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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Map

Top 5 birds

Seychelles Swiftlet
3. Seychelles Swiftlet
(Aerodramus elaphrus)
Seychelles Kestrel
4. Seychelles Kestrel
(Falco araeus)
Seychelles Scops-Owl
5. Seychelles Scops-Owl
(Otus insularis)

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