Copolia Trail hike Seychelles: Panoramic views of Victoria

Climb to views of Victoria, the capital, without navigating the trail alone

The Copolia Trail tour is a guided hike in Seychelles that climbs to a summit with panoramic views of Victoria, St Anne marine park and the International Airport. The walk takes 3 to 4 hours and includes a live guide in English or French, hotel pickup, bottled water and an air-conditioned vehicle. Children from age 10 are welcome. The trail requires moderate fitness.

Step-by-step itinerary

Hike Copolia Trail and view scenery

• Walk up Copolia trail
• Discover endemic plants
• Spot Seychelles Bulbul and Tropic bird
• Enjoy panoramic summit views

The experience

What does the Copolia Trail actually show you? The hike climbs to a summit where you stand above Victoria, Seychelles' capital, with St Anne marine park and the airport spread out below. The route passes through endemic and indigenous plant species found nowhere else, and you have a real chance to spot endemic birds like the Seychelles Bulbul and White Tailed Tropic bird along the way. A live guide in English or French leads the walk and points out what grows and flies around you.

The tour runs 3 to 4 hours from start to finish. An air-conditioned vehicle picks you up from your hotel and brings you to the trailhead, then waits to collect you at the summit. Bottled water is included. The climb is steady and requires moderate fitness. It is not recommended for travelers with cardiovascular or respiratory problems, and pregnant travelers should sit this one out. Children from age 10 can join. Younger children need to sit on an adult's lap during the vehicle ride.

What’s included

• Live guide in English or French.
• hotel pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• bottled water.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:30

AgesAdult (18 to 60 years) · Senior (61 to 85 years) · Youth (15 to 17 years) · Child (10 to 14 years) · Under 10: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Island Exploration Seychelles

Is this one for you?The 3 to 4 hour commitment leaves room for another activity earlier or later in your day, though the climb and descent take the bulk of a morning or afternoon. Book this if you want the summit views without finding the trailhead or navigating the path on your own.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (15 to 17 years); Child (10 to 14 years). Children under 10 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What plants and birds might I see on the Copolia Trail?

The trail passes through endemic and indigenous plant species unique to Seychelles. You have a chance to spot endemic birds including the Seychelles Bulbul and White Tailed Tropic bird, though sightings depend on the day and the season.

How fit do I need to be to hike the Copolia Trail?

The trail requires at least a moderate level of physical fitness. It is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, respiratory problems or pregnancy.

Does the tour include lunch or entrance fees?

The tour includes bottled water and an air-conditioned vehicle with a live guide. Lunch is not included, and there is an entrance fee of SCR100 to pay separately.