In the Seychelles archipelago lies the island of Mahe, a tropical paradise of lush green vegetation and shores of pristine white. Stretched across the north-western shore of Mahe is Beau Vallon. Its name translates into ‘a beautiful small valley’ in direct reference to the towering headlands jutting out into the ocean. Along this expansive stretch, the entertainment options are endless. There are people eagerly strapping on snorkeling devices on a boat off the shore, restless to take the plunge. Heart-stopping barrels chase surfers skimming across the water on a rush of adrenaline and thrill that plays on their faces. Kite-surfers and windsurfers race side by side even as a jet ski rushes past, buffeted by the waves. One could almost say that finding a downturned face is impossible on the shores of Beau Vallon. Here, the fun and games come up top which is why unsurprisingly, Beau Vallon has the highest tourist traffic of all the beaches on Mahe. So grab your sunscreen and your flip flops. Leave your worries behind for a day and dive into the bliss of Beau Vallon!