Picture this: your bare feet sink into warm sand, the ocean hums softly nearby, and tropical palms sway gently above — all while you’re exchanging vows with the love of your life on a secluded Mahé Island villa terrace. Sounds like a Nicholas Sparks scene, right? Except this is real, and it could be your wedding.
If you’re looking for a wedding experience that’s equal parts paradise, privacy, and pinch-me-perfect moments, Mahé Island in Seychelles is your dream-come-true. From cliffside luxury retreats to beachfront hideaways, this little island in the Indian Ocean knows how to throw an unforgettable (and unforgettably gorgeous) intimate wedding.
So, whether you’re planning an elopement, a micro wedding, or a tropical vow renewal, here’s your guide to the most enchanting private villas on Mahé Island — and why they’re just right for saying “I do.”
🌿 Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas – Ocean Views & Butler Service, Anyone?
Imagine waking up to the sound of waves and a butler bringing you breakfast in bed (because yes, this place includes personal butlers). With only 30 villas nestled in lush gardens, Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas offers a luxurious, ultra-private setting. Infinity pools? Check. Epic sunsets over Anse Louis? Check. A dedicated wedding coordinator to design your barefoot ceremony by the sea? Triple check.
👉 Best for: Couples who want total privacy, pampering, and luxury wrapped in orchids.
🌴 JA Enchanted Island Resort – A Wedding on Your Own Island? Yes, Please.
Yes, you can actually get married on your own island. JA Enchanted Island Resort is a tiny islet just off Mahé, reachable only by boat, with just ten French-colonial-style villas — each with its own private pool and beach access. It’s intimate, it’s exotic, and it’s perfect for couples wanting a truly once-in-a-lifetime escape.
👉 Best for: Elopers and ultra-private ceremonies (hello, zero wedding crashers).
🐢 Cousine Island – Love with a Side of Conservation
For eco-conscious couples, Cousine Island is a natural sanctuary where you can celebrate your love surrounded by wildlife. Think: vows at sunset with giant tortoises slowly ambling in the distance. You’re not just saying “yes” to each other, but to nature, too.
👉 Best for: Nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, and turtle-whispering romantics.
✨ North Island – The “Royal Wedding” Experience
This is where Prince William and Kate Middleton honeymooned. Need we say more? North Island is Seychelles’ most exclusive hideaway with only 11 villas, each more jaw-droppingly gorgeous than the last. Beach weddings here are barefoot-luxury at its finest, and the service? Let’s just say the team knows how to make magic happen.
👉 Best for: Royal treatment, epic luxury, and fairy-tale ceremonies.
🏝️ Carana Beach Hotel – Boutique Charm with Epic Views
Not ready to rent a private island? No problem. Carana Beach Hotel offers chic, affordable luxury with a Seychellois soul. With just 40 chalets nestled in the hills above a golden cove, this hotel is beloved for its romantic ambiance, top-notch service, and peaceful beach.
👉 Best for: Stylish couples who love boutique hotels and laid-back vibes.
🐠 Villa Bella Vista – Say “I Do” With a View
Want a wedding that literally takes place on top of the world (well, a tropical hilltop)? Villa Bella Vista delivers sweeping Indian Ocean panoramas and total privacy. Think cliffside ceremony at golden hour, cocktail hour on a sea-view terrace, and dancing under the stars.
👉 Best for: View-chasers and sunset lovers.
(Ask your wedding planner or photographer — ahem, me — about renting this private villa.)
🌊 Blue Horizon Villas – Where the Ocean’s Your Aisle
Beachfront, modern, and oh-so-stylish, Blue Horizon Villas blends Seychelles’ natural beauty with architectural flair. These spacious villas are ideal for couples bringing a few guests along or hosting a small beach reception right outside their door.
👉 Best for: Couples who love beach luxury and minimal effort (the sea is your aisle!).
🍍 Auberge Chez Plume – Creole Charm & Garden Vows
Want something intimate and authentically local? Auberge Chez Plume is a small guesthouse in Anse Boileau with the best Creole food on the island and a garden straight from a tropical fairytale. It’s a gem for couples looking for cozy, cultural, and relaxed vibes.
👉 Best for: Foodies and couples looking for something delightfully low-key.
📅 Best Time to Get Married on Mahé Island?
Dry season = May to October. That’s when you’ll get the clearest skies, breezy evenings, and the least rain — perfect for beachside ceremonies and dreamy couple shoots.
💡 Pro tip: Book your villa 9–12 months in advance. The good ones go fast!
📸 Oh, and One Last Thing… You’ll Want These Memories Captured Right
As a destination wedding photographer passionate about intimate celebrations in paradise, I (Serg, from Your Happy Moments) have captured love stories from Italy to Bali, and yes — Mahé is something else. My style is natural, storytelling-driven, and warm, just like your big day should feel.
✨ Curious to see what a Mahé wedding really looks like? Peek into my blog & portfolio — and if you’re dreaming of your own Seychelles love story, let’s make it real.
💍 Check out my wedding photography packages crafted for destination dreamers like you, or reach out via my contact page — I’d be honored to tell your story beneath these tropical skies.
