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Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve
Coco de mer
About Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve
UNESCO describes the Vallée de Mai as a 19.5-hectare palm forest with the world’s largest population of endemic coco de mer, bearer of the largest seed in the plant kingdom, along with five other endemic palms. It is managed by the Seychelles Islands Foundation, which also looks after Aldabra.
Why it's on our list
- Coco de mer palms
- On the UNESCO list since 1983
- Shaded trails through the forest
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve before you go.