Visitors to Seychelles were treated to a vibrant splash of Creole culture on Sunday as part of the annual Creole festivities, and this year’s celebration on Moyenne Island was nothing short of magical.
Nearly a hundred guests hopped over to the tiny island paradise, where the Jolly Roger Bar and Restaurant rolled out a feast of authentic Creole flavors. Plates overflowed with coconut-rich curries, delicious seafood, local chutneys, and perfectly grilled fish, all served with a generous side of island rhythm.
The air soon filled with the infectious beats of séga and moutya music as the lively Moyenne Boys and Girls troupe took to the stage. Visitors danced barefoot on the sand, swaying to the drums and laughter that echoed across the island, nestled just 4.5 kilometers from Mahé in the St. Anne Marine Park.
Accessible only by boat, Moyenne Island carries a fascinating history. Once the private retreat of the late Brendon Grimshaw, a former newspaper editor from Dewsbury, England, who bought the island for just £8,000, Moyenne is now managed by the Moyenne Island Foundation under the stewardship of Chairman Suketu Patel.
Declared a national park in 2013, the island welcomes nature lovers to wander along gentle trails that wind through lush vegetation and towering palms. Visitors can also explore its geological wonders, relax on its quiet beaches, and stop by a small museum dedicated to Grimshaw’s life and legacy.
Home to thriving plant life, giant tortoise nurseries, and a warm Creole spirit that never fades, Moyenne Island remains one of Seychelles’ most charming hidden gems, a little island with a big heart.