Set up amid dazzling turquoise waters about 5km from the main island of Mahe, is the South Western Indian Ocean's First Marine Protected Area. This marine reserve encompasses a group of 6 tranquil and charming islands. The park protects one of the largest areas of sea grass meadows in the granitic islands and it is not uncommon to see green turtles feeding on them. Lucky visitors may even spot hawksbill turtles in the waters and on the shores of this park which remains one of the most important nesting sites for hawksbill turtles in the Granitic islands.
