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La Digue
A small island of bicycles, ox carts and beaches framed by giant granite boulders
A small island of bicycles, ox carts and beaches framed by giant granite boulders
Shallow, clear water winds between huge granite boulders. The beach is reached through L’Union Estate, which charges an entry fee.
Visit at low tide for walking; high tide for swimming.
Photo: Tobias Alt, CC BY-SA 4.0
This former coconut and vanilla plantation has a copra mill, a colonial house, an old cemetery and giant tortoises.
Photo: NorbertNagel, CC BY-SA 4.0
On the wilder east coast, this long beach has big waves. A trail continues to the quieter Petite Anse and Anse Cocos.
Strong currents; swimming can be dangerous.
Photo: Bjørn Christian Tørrissen, CC BY-SA 4.0
Bike rental shops are by the jetty. Most places on the island are within about 20–30 minutes by bike.
Photo: Didier Baertschiger, CC BY-SA 2.0
Try Creole curries, grilled fish, fresh coconut and fruit juices from roadside stalls.
Restaurants are simple; many guesthouses offer dinner.
Ferries from Praslin take about 15 minutes. Direct fast ferries from Mahé take around 1–1.5 hours.
There are few cars; rent a bike or use the small electric taxis.
Seychelles uses the rupee (SCR). Many tourist prices are quoted in euros. It is an expensive destination.
Bike between beaches.
Cycle to L’Union Estate and Anse Source d’Argent.
Ride to Grand Anse and hike to Anse Cocos.
Rent a bike at the jetty; check the brakes.
Check tide times for Anse Source d’Argent.
Swimming on the east coast is risky.
Visitors must apply online for travel authorisation before arriving in Seychelles; check the current requirements and fee.
Quick answers for planning time in La Digue.
By ferry from Praslin in about 15 minutes, or from Mahé in about 1–1.5 hours.
Yes, you pay to enter through L’Union Estate.
Mostly by bicycle.
Be careful; currents can be strong.
April to May and October to November.
English and French are widely spoken alongside Seychellois Creole.
Free
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