Coëtivy IslandCoëtivy Island at a Glance
About Coëtivy Island
Coëtivy Island is an island of the Republic of Seychelles located among the outer islands to the south-east of the inner island group. It is a small, inhabited island with limited infrastructure and economic activity focused on fishing and local production.
Key features include a small settlement area and an airstrip used for infrequent charter flights; the island is remote from the main population centers on Mahé and reachable mainly by charter or private vessel. Visitors should plan logistics in advance because services are limited.
Historically and in recent decades the island has been used for fishing, small-scale agriculture and aquaculture operations; its facilities are modest compared with inner islands. Conservation and resource use are managed under Seychelles national policies for outer islands.
Geographically it lies in the southern reaches of the Seychelles island chain, well south of Mahé and the main island group, in the Indian Ocean.
- Access: The island has an airstrip and limited facilities, and visits are typically arranged through charter flights or private vessels rather than scheduled commercial services.
- Local use: Economic activities on the island have included fishing and aquaculture; it has a small resident population and infrastructure distinct from the main island of Mahé.
Best Time to Visit Coëtivy Island
Coëtivy is best reached in the drier southeast trade-wind season for more reliable sea conditions; weather can still shift rapidly.
Weather & Climate near Coëtivy Island
Coëtivy Island's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1896 mm/year), wettest in January.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 24° - 30° | 30° | 320 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.6 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.4h |
| February | Very Good | 24° - 30° | 31° | 263 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.4 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 12.2h |
| March | Very Good | 25° - 31° | 31° | 183 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.3 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Very Good | 25° - 31° | 32° | 166 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 11.8h |
| May | Excellent | 25° - 30° | 31° | 116 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.6 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.7h |
| June | Very Good | 24° - 29° | 26° | 80 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 5.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.6h |
| July | Very Good | 23° - 28° | 26° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 6.0 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.6h |
| August | Excellent | 23° - 28° | 26° | 83 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 6.7 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 11.8h |
| September | Excellent | 24° - 29° | 26° | 88 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 5.9 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.0h |
| October | Excellent | 24° - 29° | 27° | 123 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.4 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.2h |
| November | Very Good | 24° - 30° | 30° | 156 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.6 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.3h |
| December | Very Good | 24° - 30° | 30° | 239 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.2 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.4h |
How to Get to Coëtivy Island
Access is by boat or limited charter flights from Mahé and other inhabited islands in Seychelles. Schedules are irregular and often organized through inter-island transport services-book well in advance.
Tips for Visiting Coëtivy Island
- Inter-island boat schedules are infrequent-book passage via the main island of Mahé or the closest administrative center well in advance.
- Accommodation is extremely limited; plan for day trips from larger islands or arrange camping with local authorities.
- Respect local conservation rules-Coëtivy is part of Seychelles' managed island network with fisheries and habitat protections.