Frequently Asked Questions for your holiday accommodation at Chalets d' Anse Forbans:
Chalets d' Anse Forbans family and staff are always there to answer any of your enquiries or advise on which part of Mahé island to explore for the day. You can also view our webpage on What to do when on Holiday in the Seychelles.
We share with you some of the Frequently Asked Questions from our guests:
How close is Chalets Anse Forbans to the beach?
Chalets Anse Forbans is only 25 metres from the high water mark of the beach of Anse Forbans. You do not need to cross any road or travel any distance to enjoy the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.
How can I book my Seychelles Accommodation at Chalets Anse Forbans?
To book your holiday in the Seychelles and at Chalets Anse Forbans please use our online booking system. It will provide you with the best rates and availability at the dates you are requesting. Book online your Seychelles Accommodation here.
How many people can fit in a chalet?
In our standard chalets a maximum of 2 persons with an optional extra bed in the lounge area - extra bed is charged at nominal rate.
In our two bedroom chalets a maximum of 4 persons. For reservations of 5 or 6 persons we recommend requesting interconnecting one bedroom chalets which is 2 of our standard one bedroom chalets with extra beds.
I would like to book a chalet for 4 Adults and a baby/child which chalet should I book?
We recommend booking a family chalet and request for a cot for your baby as long as the baby is under 2 years of age. If your child is over 2 years of age you will require to book two standard chalets and request an extra bed for your child.
We are a family of 5 which chalet do we book?
You will be required to book 2 standard one bedroom chalets and request for an extra bed which will be placed in the lounge area.
Would you recommend hiring a car while in the Seychelles?
This all depends on the type of Seychelles vacation you require but most of our guests do hire a car and explore the island of Mahé at their leisure. To view a few of the Seychelles attractions please view our page What to do when on holiday in the Seychelles.
Do you offer transfers from and to the Seychelles International Airport?
At a nominal rate Chalets Anse Forbans can organise a transfer from and to the Seychelles International Airport. Please merely request this in your accommodation booking.Taxi transfers are paid directly to the driver.
Is the Parking off road and at what cost?
Chalets Anse Forbans has its own off road private parking that is free of charge for its guests.
Where is Chalets d' Anse Forbans located in respect to-
Victoria- The Capital City of Mahé and the smallest capital in the world Victoria is located 24km from Chalets Anse Forbans. Buses do run regularly from Chalets Anse Forbans and the travel time is approximately 50 minutes. View our Seychelles Blog on: A Short Guide to Victoria.
Anse Royalé- This town is known as the Capital of the South of Mahé and is approximately 5km from Chalets Anse Forbans. You will find within this town a Bank with an ATM, petrol station, restaurants, shops, post office and the hospital.
Supermarkets- The closest supermarket from Chalets Anse Forbans is 1.5km away in the town of Quatre Borne. Why not read our blog on supermarkets in the Seychelles.
Restaurants- the closest restaurant to Chalets Anse Forbans is 500 metres away or else you have a café/take away 800 metres away then other resturants within 15 minutes driving time.
Post Box- The closest Seychelles Post Office is in Anse Royalé and then you have the main post office in Victoria.
Bus Route- Chalets Anse Forbans is on the bus route to Victoria and we have a bus stop 300 metres from the entrance of the Chalets. Why not look at the Transport Options in our Seychelles Blog including the bus schedule for Mahe.
Why not view our video to get a better insight into Chalets Anse Forbans. Seychelles Accommodation- Video link
I would like to go diving in the Seychelles can you help me?
We would be happy to assist in advising you on diving centers on your arrival in the Seychelles at Chalets d' Anse Forbans.
General Information - Diving in the Seychelles:
Diving is possible all year round but is governed by the prevailing winds. The best conditions for both the inner and outer islands are in the calm periods: April- May and October -November, when the water temperature can rise to 29 degrees and offers excellent (up to 30 metres) visibility. In December and January, the north-west winds blow but conditions remain much the same as in the calm periods, with the exception of greater surface movement and some localised turbidity.
From May to September the winds are stronger and blow south-easterly. Visibility and temperature may thus drop during August with water temperature of around 25 degrees. A wet suit of at least 4mm is advisable.
The Closest dive centre is approximately 8km from Chalets Anse Forbans.
Does Chalets d' Anse Forbans have plug adaptors?
Yes we do and they are located in the bedroom area of your chalet.
How about restaurants and take aways in the Seychelles?
Seychelles hosts a number of restaurants and take aways ranging from the local Creole Cusine to Chinese and Indian. We would be happy to assist you in your restaurant selection. Read our blog on Resturants in the Seychelles.
How far is the local village shop of Anse Forbans from Chalets Anse Forbans?
The local shop of Anse Forbans is about 500 metres away and you would be able to buy soft drinks and the local Seychelles beer- Seybrew. View our blog on Supermarkets in Seychelles for more information.
Do the bungalows offer breakfast or any meals?
Chalets Anse Forbans offers Seychelles Self Catering Accommodation so no meals are provided as part of the rates. View our blog on a Creole Chef Dinner evening for our guests. Chalets Anse Forbans also provide BBQ and charcoal and a nominal rate for you to enjoy your BBQ.
Should we bring along beach towels, bed linen or cleaning agents for our holiday in the Seychelles?
NO you will not require any bed linen, beach towels or cleaning agents while on holiday with us at Chalets Anse Forbans. Beach Towels are subject to availability.
How often are the Bungalows cleaned?
We offer a maid service and linen and towels are provided as part of this service to you. Please note the Chalets are not cleaned on Sundays and Public Holidays. The reception area is also closed on Public Holidays. Subject to Covid Restrictions.
I would require a cot- what is the cost of a baby cot?
Baby cots are provided free of charge for children under the age of 2 years. Please note baby cots are subject to availability and must be requested prior to arrival.
Do all the bungalows have an air conditioner and or ceiling fans in the bedrooms?
All the bedrooms have ceiling fans and air conditioners. Any extra beds placed in the lounge areas will only have ceiling fans.
Can Chalets d' Anse Forbans store our left luggage once we have checked out from the chalets?
We are sorry but we can not accommodate left luggage.
How do we island hop in the Seychelles?
If you would like to explore some of the other tropical islands that make the Seychelles so unique you have a choice of transport modes depending on the island you wish to visit. The transport modes for island hopping in the Seychelles are by Plane, helicopter or by catamaran. The most common island hopping modes for our clients would be either with Cat Coco (catamaran) or Air Seychelles (plane) to Praslin and then taking the local ferry from Praslin to La Digue. To visit other private islands such as Denis, Bird, Alphonse, Desroches, Fregate, North Island and Silhouette you would need to book accommodation. It is best to check with a travel agent for the private islands but we can happily assist you on island hopping to Praslin and La Digue.
What Seychelles Attractions do you recommend?
While that all depends on how much time you have and what you would like to do while on holiday in Seychelles. Read our page on What to do in the Seychelles.
How about Snorkelling at Chalets Anse Forbans?
We have some wonderful sea life to explore on the reef at Chalets Anse Forbans. Read our blog and view our images of the sea life at Anse Forbans.
Where can I surf in the Seychelles?
Surfing in the Seychelles can be a great activity while on holiday. Read more information on Surfing in the Seychelles and learn about the different breaks.
I would like to Golf while on holiday is this possible in the Seychelles?
Golfing in the Seychelles is possible on the island of Mahé and Praslin. Read our guest blogger post on Golfing in the Seychelles.
How about the internet in the Seychelles?
WiFi access is available at Chalets Anse Forbans free of charge. For more information on the communications of the Seychelles read our blog.
Cash Payments are accepted**Acceptable currency notes. We do not accept the EURO 500 note and only USD notes from 2009 series onwards. Please do note any notes that are damaged or soiled will not be accepted. **
**Please be aware of the new Seychelles Tourism Environmental Sustainability levy. Charged in SCR at 25SCR per persons per night payable in SCR this will appear on your invoice. Strictly cash only**.
Insurance:
Chalets Anse Forbans is insured in accordance with the local regulations. Guests coming on holiday to the Seychelles are advised to obtain their own medical and travel insurance.
Other:
Chalets d' Anse Forbans rates are subject to changes. Chalets d' Anse Forbans reserve the right of admission.
Please note Chalets d' Anse Forbans chalets are not cleaned on the Public Holidays and Sundays.