Media Centre for Marine Conservation Expedition in the Seychelles

Harriet King

Another Sunday, another day off, another beautiful part of the island to explore. This time we headed to the waterfall at Port Glaud—a natural pool in an idyllic setting, perfect for chilling out on a Sunday morning. We paid our nominal fees to the Seychellois who are responsible for the maintenance of the area, their back garden, and headed past the captive fruit bat, and three giant tortoises.

The waterfall could be glimpsed through the trees but nothing could prepare us for its majesty, as we descended to the deep pool at its base. As the waterfall continually cascaded, locals and GVI volunteers alike spent a few hours lazing around or jumping from trees and rocks. The waterhole we visited was nestled in between a ring of huge granite boulders, and the Takamaka forest which flanked the site gave off an aromatic perfume which made the day all the more memorable. Nowhere else can I imagine a place that offers such natural beauty and exclusivity in such an accessible and inviting manner - the perfect Sunday afternoon.