Sauzier Waterfall – Amazing Mahe Waterfall in Port Glaud (Seychelles)

Sauzier Waterfall – Amazing Mahe Waterfall in Port Glaud (Seychelles)

A complete and up-to-date visitor's guide to Sauzier Waterfall. Discover one of Mahé's most accessible waterfalls for jungle swimming.

Looking for a relaxing nature trail with a waterfall reward? The Suaizer Falls are the most easily accessible Mahé waterfalls and are located in Port Glaud on the west coast of the island.

In this guide I will describe everything you need to know about visiting Sauizer Waterfall, including how to get there, what to expect and some tips to avoid getting scammed.

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Location of the Sauzier waterfall

Sauzier Waterfall is located in Port Glaud and flows on the Rivière L’Isletta River on the west coast of Mahé Island in the Seychelles. The waterfall is easily reached via a short 5-minute walk along a nature trail starting in the village of Port Glaud.

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How to get to Sauzier waterfall on Mahé?

If you want to visit this waterfall on Mahe on your own, you must first head to Port Glaud.

To get here you have three options. You can either pay a taxi driver, book a tour, or take the public bus via Sans Soucis Rd (the mountain road that traverses the interior of Mahe and passes the Morne Blanc Trail).

The cheap, local option of taking a bus to Sauzier Waterfall will only cost you around 14 SCR. There are many public buses that depart from Victoria, just ask the driver if he goes to Port Glaud.

The price of a taxi varies. However, keep in mind that you will probably also need to return to your accommodation from Port Glaud. This is easy with a bus, but if you prefer a private driver, you can include Sauzier Falls instead on this customizable full-day tour of Mahe with a private driver.

Alternative: 6-hour island tour (including Sauizer waterfall) – TripAdvisor Badge of Excellence.
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Waterfall entrance

When you arrive in Port Glaud, just walk down the street right next to the church of Sts. Peter and Paul. Just drive up this road past beautiful island houses in the village. Keep left at the fork and continue for a few hundred meters until you reach the ticket office at the entrance to Sauzier Falls.

There is also plenty of parking at the beginning of the short trail where you can leave your car for free.
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Tip: There is a known scam at Sauzier Waterfall. You will often see some locals on the street just behind the church telling you that the entrance fee is very high and that he knows a secret jungle route. He will ask you to pay him instead. I have spoken extensively with the owner (the waterfall is on private property) as well as the STB (tourism office) and these guys are working illegally and scamming tourists. It's a good idea to politely decline and just go to the ticket counter instead.

What to expect at this Mahé waterfall

Entrance fee: 50 SCR

After paying the small entrance fee, you continue walking along an easy and short jungle path for about 5 minutes before arriving at the base of the falls.

The path is easy to follow and you will probably hear the sound of rushing water very early on.
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Sauzier Waterfall is a tall, cascading waterfall that falls from the fresh mountain waters of Morne Seychelles National Park. I was told the flow is constant all year round. In the photos you see here, it hadn't rained for about a week.
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At the base of the waterfall there is a deep swimming pool which is very refreshing. The swimming hole is fairly deep, but not deep enough to jump off a cliff or jump from the adjacent boulders on the left.
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Below are some more photos I took during my quick visit to Sauzier Waterfall. I decided to walk past this place after hiking the amazing Mare Aux Cochons Trail from the northeast near Beau Vallon and Anse Major. It was a great way to end a fantastic but sweaty day of hiking on Mahé!
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More: More: The 12 best beaches on Mahe

Accommodation options on Mahe

Mahe is the main island and home to Victoria, the capital of the Seychelles. It is the largest of the inner islands and has several great places to stay. Here is a short travel guide with some recommendations.

Complete Guide: I've written a comprehensive guide to where to stay on Mahé, including a breakdown of the best areas and fantastic resort and hotel recommendations.

• Victoria und Eden Island für das Nachtleben
• Beau Vallon für Strände und Restaurants
• Private Inseln für das ultimative Inselerlebnis

Best selection

Best choice on Mahé: Eden Bleu Hotel (Eden Island)

The Eden Bleu Hotel is one of the best places to stay if you want to be near Victoria and on Eden Island. It is an amazing modern hotel located on the shores of Eden Island's prestigious marina.

Visitors love the infinity pool, clean, modern rooms and world-class restaurant. I stayed at Eden Blue Hotel for 3 nights and it was my favorite accommodation in Seychelles!
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Mid-range resort: Berjaya Beau Vallon Bay Resort

This beautiful beach resort and casino combination offers elegantly furnished rooms with all the facilities you could wish for. Here you will find a large pool, three restaurants, a pizzeria, a fitness center, a PADI diving center and a tennis court.

The location is great as it is away from the hustle and bustle of Victoria with lots of lovely beaches and restaurants around.
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Self-catering budget studio: Precious Residence

If you're looking to explore Mahe on a budget, self-catering accommodation is your best bet. Precious Residence is an apartment with excellent reviews (9.5/10) and offers budget apartments with free WiFi, air conditioning and a kitchenette on Grand Anse (west coast).
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Ultimate Getaway: JA Enchanted Island Resort

Looking for the ultimate Indian Ocean getaway? JA Enchanted Island Resort is an immaculately beautiful resort on a tiny private island at the foot of St. Anne Marine Park.

The French colonial-style villas feature a private infinity pool, a terrace with panoramic views, and a private walkway to the beach. If you are looking for a unique honeymoon vacation, this is your best choice.
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Alternative: Stay on the mysterious Island of Silhouette (Hilton).

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After the Sauzier Waterfall: More travel inspiration for Mahé and the Seychelles

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