Trois Frères: Private Guided Hike to the Three Peaks Above Victoria
Photos: the tour operator, Island Tour Seychelles, Remi Jouan, CC BY-SA 3.0 on Wikimedia Commons, Michael John Nicoll, Public domain on Wikimedia Commons
- Duration
- 3 to 4 hours
- Group
- Private
- Level
- Challenging, from age 8
- Cancellation
- Free to 36h
Look up from any street in Victoria and you see them: three granite peaks side by side. Les Trois Frères, the three brothers, rise to 699 m inside the Morne Seychellois National Park, and the trail climbs through mountain forest to a viewpoint high over the town.
The short answerThe Trois Frères hike is a private guided climb to the three granite peaks above Victoria, the capital of Seychelles. The trail is steep in places and rocky near the top. The viewpoint looks over Victoria, the harbour and the islands of the Ste Anne Marine Park. Plan 3 to 4 hours. It is the hardest of the half-day hikes, for fit walkers and children from 8 who are used to long walks. The trail fee is SCR 150.
Is this for you?
A good fit if you
- Are fit and like a real workout
- Want the classic view over Victoria and the harbour
- Want a quieter trail than Copolia
Think twice if you
- Have children under 8, or not used to long walks
- Are not comfortable on steep, rocky ground
- Want an easy stroll, try Copolia or Ros Lepa
The route
- 1EarlyPick-upFrom your hotel or any address on Mahé. The operator recommends an early start while the air is fresh.
- 2Into the hillsSans Souci road above VictoriaA short drive up into the green hills behind the capital, to the start of the trail.
- 3Steady climbThrough the mountain forestA calm pace with regular breaks. Your guide explains the plants and the island's history.
- 4Near the topTrois Frères viewpointThe forest opens and Victoria lies below, with the harbour and the marine park islands.
- 5Same trailCareful descent and drop-offBack down the same path, then a drive to your hotel.
OpenStreetMap traces about 2.2 km of mapped trail for this route.
Price and what is included
| 1 guest | €129 |
| 2 guests, each | €69 |
| 3 to 4 guests, each | €55 |
| 5 to 25 guests, each | €49 |
| First child up to 12, with two paying adults | Free |
Your tour covers Private guided hike, only your group, Licensed local guide speaking English or French, Free pick-up and drop-off anywhere on Mahé, Transport to the trailhead and back.
Costs on top
| Government trail fee | SCR 150 per visitor aged 12 and over, card only. All fees |
|---|---|
| Food and drinks | Not included |
These are the local operator's own prices, checked 10 November 2026. The tour is private, only your group takes part. You book and pay online with the operator, and the price for your date shows before you pay.
Key facts
| Operator | Island Tour Seychelles, a licensed family business on Mahé |
|---|---|
| Trail | Trois Frères trail, Morne Seychellois National Park |
| Peak | Trois Frères, 699 m (OpenStreetMap) |
| Hike time | About 3 to 4 hours, depending on your pace |
| Level | Challenging, steep in places, rocky near the top |
| Trail fee | SCR 150 per visitor aged 12 and over, card only on site |
| Opening hours | Trail open 08:00 to 16:00 daily |
| Languages | English or French. Sheena also speaks some German |
| Pick-up | Free anywhere on Mahé. Early starts are best |
| Cancellation | Free up to 36 hours before, full refund minus the payment fee |
The three brothers
Les Trois Frères are three granite peaks that rise behind Victoria to 699 m, inside the Morne Seychellois National Park. The trail is run by the Seychelles Parks and Gardens Authority, which charges SCR 150 for visitors aged 12 and over and opens it from 08:00 to 16:00.
From the viewpoint you look across the capital, the port and the islands of the Ste Anne Marine National Park.
Wildlife and nature on the way
The smallest kestrel in the world and the only breeding bird of prey in Seychelles, katiti in Creole after its shrill call.
A common endemic bird of Mahé, Praslin, La Digue and Silhouette, noisy and easy to spot in the forest.
Photo: Florival fr, CC BY-SA 4.0A woodland pigeon about 25 cm long with a silver-grey head, dark blue body and a bright crimson patch on the forehead.
Photo: A.Savin, FALThe only pitcher plant in Seychelles, found only on Mahé and Silhouette, growing in rock near granite summits between 350 and 750 m.
Photo: Urs Zimmermann, CC BY 3.0A large flying fox of the granitic islands that spreads the seeds of many trees. Common and easy to spot at dusk.
Photo: A.Savin, FALThe Seychelles kestrel, katiti in Creole, hunts over the open granite. Fruit bats cross the valley at dusk.
Insider tips
It gets hot later and clouds build over the peaks. The view is clearest in the morning.
Trail shoes with good grip. The upper section is rocky and slippery after rain.
Bring more than you think, and a small snack.
SCR 150 per visitor aged 12 and over, card only on site or online first.
With young children choose Copolia or Ros Lepa instead.
Weather and the best season
Seychelles is warm all year, about 24 to 30 °C on Mahé. October to March is the wetter half, January usually the wettest month, and July and August the coolest.
Trails are slippery after rain, which falls most from December to February. Morning starts are cooler and clearer, because clouds build over the mountains later in the day.
Pair it with
Seychelles entrance fees, every trail and parkSeychelles hiking trailsMorne Seychellois National ParkSeychelles with kids
Questions people ask
How hard is the Trois Frères hike?
Challenging. It is steep in places with rocky sections near the top. You should be fit and used to walking uphill. No ropes or climbing skills are needed.
How long does the Trois Frères hike take?
About 3 to 4 hours, depending on your pace and your time at the viewpoint.
How high are the Trois Frères?
The peak is 699 m, according to OpenStreetMap.
How much is the Trois Frères trail fee?
SCR 150, about €9, per visitor aged 12 and over, card only on site. Residents and children under 12 are free.
What can I see from Trois Frères?
Victoria, the harbour, the islands of the Ste Anne Marine Park and the east coast of Mahé.
Can children do the Trois Frères hike?
From age 8, if they are fit and used to longer walks. Younger children are better on Copolia or Ros Lepa.
How do I book?
Online with the local operator from the button on this page. The price for your date shows before you pay.
Can I cancel?
Yes. Free up to 36 hours before the start, full refund minus the payment fee.
Sources12 sources, checked by the SeyBooking.com team on 10 November 2026
Every fact on this page comes from the sources below. If two sources disagree, we show both.
- Island Tour Seychelles, tour page (read 10 November 2026)
- Seychelles Parks and Gardens Authority: ticket list
- Seychelles Parks and Gardens Authority: visitor information
- Wikipedia: Mahé highlands Important Bird Area (Morne Seychellois National Park)
- OpenStreetMap contributors (trail and place data)
- SeyBooking.com: Seychelles entrance fees, checked 10 November 2026
- Wikipedia: Seychelles climate
- Wikipedia: Seychelles kestrel
- Wikipedia: Seychelles bulbul
- Wikipedia: Seychelles blue pigeon
- Wikipedia: Nepenthes pervillei
- Wikipedia: Seychelles fruit bat
- Photo: Remi Jouan, CC BY-SA 3.0 (Wikimedia Commons)
- Photo: Michael John Nicoll, Public domain (Wikimedia Commons)
