Top Things to do in Praslin Island
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What to do and see in Praslin Island, Seychelles: The Best Things to do
One of the Seychelles’ most popular destinations, Praslin is home to fantastic beaches and intimate hotels and resorts. Soak up the sun in style while you keep a sunglassed eye out for the very rare bird species that dwell on Praslin, including the Seychelles bulbul and the black parrot. Praslin National Park in the island's south contains the spectacular palm forest of Vallée de Mai. Divers love the ancient coral reefs off Praslin's shores.
Restaurants in Praslin Island
1. Galerie Passerose
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Beach_8670 - Stavanger, Norway
Don’t hesitate and have a browse in this gallery with a selection of beautiful Seychellois art. You could easily imagine the pieces being on display in a London gallery. It is a hidden gem! The owner Maureen is a pro: well informed and allows you the time to look around. They deliver at your hotel free of charge.
2. Anse Georgette
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4.5 based on 1,720 reviews
This small, serene beach is among the most beautiful on Praslin Island.
Reviewed By illusions328 - Great Falls, United States
this is a small beautiful beach with easy access for Constance Lemuria guests (10min free buggy ride every hour) and less easy access for outside guests, 25min-30min walk from parking outside the hotel through the golf course on a hilly but well maintained path. If you are staying at the hotel, this is the only beach you need to be at. we were surprised to see so few hotel guests take the extra 10mins to get to this beach as most of them spent time at petite anse kerlan which gets very busy. this is not a secluded/isolated beach but because access isn't easy, the crowds are much lower than the likes of anse laszio. we were often the first on the beach around 9am and first to depart around noon after which the crowds start to grow. so for that isolated Cast Away feeling come early! water and weather is still very warm this beach has it all, beautiful surroundings, granite rock and all, white soft sand and and beautiful clear blue water. it seems to be a safe beach to swim (depending on season/current conditions) and plenty of shade. there are no facilities but you can buy juice/fruit from a local vendor. we spent 4 mornings at this beach during our 4 night stay @ the lemuria.
3. Curieuse Island
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4.5 based on 1,795 reviews
This island is strictly protected to allow Giant tortoises to prosper.
Reviewed By Samsiebabes - Edwalton, United Kingdom
We absolutely loved our trip to see the giant tortoises. They’re such amazing creatures. We would recommend taking fruit if you want to feed them - you can’t get food there and they’re trying to protect the plants so don’t take branches off the plants. We didn’t want to do an organised tour so got dropped off by Sagittarius boats (they have a Facebook) - it was reasonable and only took about 15 minutes. It was a simple little boat but much cheaper than the tours and they let us choose how long we wanted to spend (we did 2.5 hours) and it was exactly what we needed. We then went on the walk across the island to the Scott’s house. This was hot and uneven ground so we’d recommend trainers, hats and water. The beach at the end was really beautiful not much shade. There were Toilets on both sides but not nicest facilities.
4. Anse Lazio
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4.5 based on 4,094 reviews
Reviewed By fluffymonkey - Worcester, United Kingdom
Deserving of its reputation as one of the best beaches in the Seychelles, arguably one of the best in the World. Turquoise waters, fine golden sand, lofty palms right up to the shore line and shouldered by giant granite boulders at each end of the bay. You may find you're pinching yourself to make sure its not all a dream. Snorkeling was great just behind the granite rocks at the far end of the bay near Bonbon Plume, plenty of other people here too so follow the snorkels! Note - Bonbon Plume was still closed for refurbishment when we visited in August.
5. Grande Soeur island
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4.5 based on 130 reviews
Area : 84ha Situated 6km northeast of neighbouring La Digue and in close proximity to Félicité and to Ile Cocos,Grande Soeur is popular for its spectacular panoramas and the excellent opportunities it offers for trekking, snorkelling and diving in waters where the marine life is prolific.Two white fine sand beaches surrounded by pink granite rocks and coconut-trees.
Reviewed By Bevelinke - Budapest, Hungary
A beautiful island, which is very clean, with a big turtle in the middle and the best and the most beautiful beach we have ever been! The view was spectacoulos and there were only us there with my husband. We felt that we had an own island :-)
6. Le Glacis Noir
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4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By didier914
Starter front bus stop not far from Vallee de Mai . Best is to park at vallée de mai then walk to the trail . Easy at beginning after the kiosk bit more difficult but you end up to the top , finding a mirador from which you can have a nice panoramic view. 1 h walk to go to the top. We do as well path front glacis for 1 h as well nice to do with nice view on the valley
7. Anse La Blague
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4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By J222_psu - Chicago, United States
We stumbled across Anse la Blague by accident and are glad that we did. Located at the end of the road, this less developed and non-descriptive beach offers stunning water, great views of the surrounding islands, and little tourists. The water is shallow and not rough, which is ideal if you have kids, want to float or want to snorkel. As with any beach, take your garbage out with you when you leave.
8. Vallee de Mai Nature Reserve
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4.0 based on 2,848 reviews
One of Seychelles' two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, this ancient forest is home to the wondrous Coco de Mer palm, which has the largest seed in the world, and many other birds, plants and reptiles, many of which are found nowhere else in the world. Visiting the Vallee de Mai is a step back in time and a unique experience.
Reviewed By barbara_uNovaGorica - Nova Gorica, Slovenia
This is an absolute must see! Amazing forest of huge palm trees. There are some info panel through out the forest but I strongly raccomend a guide that you can book at the entrance. Easy walk.
9. Anse Volbert
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4.0 based on 875 reviews
Resplendent with exotic birds and trees, this crescent-shaped two-mile beach is still pristine.
Reviewed By marcopE3683GO - Coventry, United Kingdom
Beautiful long beach with palm trees soft sand. Beautiful sunset amazing colours. Shallow water good for children
10. Cote d’Or Beach
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4.0 based on 399 reviews
Reviewed By Clefsdor_retired - Vienna, Austria
We went 2 times here during our 14 days stay at Praslin Island. The first time was in the morning with low tide and the next time was in early afternoon with high tide. Must be seen and perfect for swimming - we have no kids (grown up) but we recommend this beach for small ones. The sand is almost like golden dust. A dream
