Is Beau Vallon beach on Mahe worth visiting, and how do Seychelles beaches compare to Mauritius and the Maldives?
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TL;DR
Beau Vallon on Mahe is comparable to Kata/Karon in Phuket for sand and water quality, isn't overcrowded (similar to Anse Lazio), and is a convenient base for day trips to other beaches. Seychelles is often rated more scenic than Mauritius, but the Maldives wins for swimming and snorkeling.
What the community said
Compared to Mauritius: Seychelles beaches look more exotic and photogenic, though Mauritius has better food and more sightseeing options. Downside of Mauritius — many beaches are roped off with buoys in chest-deep water, and boats crowd the area beyond the buoys, making it hard to swim freely.
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Compared to the Maldives: the Maldives wins for beach perfection, swimming and snorkeling, but Seychelles edges it out slightly for overall coastal beauty.
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Beau Vallon gets unfairly compared to a crowded budget resort, but in reality it's not busier than the popular Anse Lazio beach. It's a convenient area to base yourself, with easy access to the island's other beaches.
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For sand and water quality, Beau Vallon (near the Savoy hotel) is comparable to Kata and Karon beaches in Phuket — not the most 'paradise-like' beach in Seychelles. Worth watching travel blogger videos beforehand to gauge if it matches your expectations.
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