About Victoria Botanical Garden
Today, it attracts and captivates hundreds of tourists and boasts of around 300 plant species. This includes myriad types of plants including ornamentals, endemics, etc. Lastly, this quiet, hidden beach is perfect for spending peaceful time with your loved ones away from the busy mainland. The Botanical Garden also provides immensely beautiful trail walks, amidst the exotic tropic beauty of Seychelles. Finally, capture memorable and adorable photographs using the attraction's stunning natural scenery. For a complete experience, consider exploring various Seychelles packages that include visits to these enchanting gardens and more.
Victoria Botanical Garden Highlights
• Set off on a soothing journey in the Victoria Botanical Garden in Seychelles, surrounded by the colourful flora and fauna of the island.
• Learn and appreciate the various conservation and preservation activities that are taking place through its exhibition and educational sessions.
• Come across a myriad of flora species especially the tropical ornamentals like hibiscus, bougainvillaea, etc.
• Take delight in the huge variety of animals that dwell here including tropical birds, reptiles and tortoises.
How To Reach Victoria Botanical Garden
- By Air: Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) on Mahe is the nearest airport to the attraction.
- By Car: The attraction is located at a distance of 16 km from the city centre. You can take a cab or drive for 31 minutes to reach there via La Misere Road.
Best Time To Visit Victoria Botanical Garden
This attraction is a year-round destination and can be visited at any time of the year.
- Best season: The spring months of March to May are the most optimum to explore the garden due to favourable weather conditions.
- Best day in the week: Weekends can be the best time of the week to explore the botanical garden as the atmosphere is quite lively with people flocking around.
- The Best time of the day: Early morning is the best time of the day to visit the park as the temperatures are pleasant during this time.
Victoria Botanical Garden Other Essential Information
- Make sure to start early off, so that you can make the most of this park and also avoid the crowd.
- Be well-versed with the walking trails that the park has to offer.
- Remember to savour the delicious local cuisine in the vicinity of the park.
- Make sure to carry all your essentials including valid documents and IDs.
- Remember to be well-versed with the local customs and etiquette of Seychelles.
- Remember to carry your photography essentials in the park.
Floral Exploration
Stroll along the pathways of the stunning Victorian Botanical Garden, where colourful flowers and plants create a beautiful and calming scenery. Currently, there are around 300 different species of plants covered here. Get ready to be amazed to find the efforts being put in by the people to conserve and preserve the tropical flora, and also fauna, of Seychelles. You’ll find beautiful ornamentals like the bougainvillaea, hibiscus, etc- adorning the green cover. You can also find endemic plants like palms, Koko-d-mer, etc.
Wildlife Encounters
Discover Seychelles' wildlife prospering confines of the Victoria Botanical Garden. Explore the myriad species of birds, reptiles and amphibians including the giant tortoises in their pens. Keep an eye out for the precious endemic bird species that make home with the green cover. Also, watch out for the gentle tortoises that crawl around leisurely throughout their well-mainted pens. Explore the diverse life on the island. See unique frogs, bugs, and maybe baby tortoises hatching if you're lucky during nesting season. The entirety of these creatures is tremendously attractive and appealing, each offering a glimpse into rich natural heritage that dons Seychelles.
