Anse Bois de Rose is a small beach located in the south of Praslin. Nearby private property restricts access to the beach, and anyone arriving by bus must climb down from the road, making it tricky to gain access. That said, for those who reach the sandy area, there is a calm, tranquil beach with beautiful scenery and a wonderful atmosphere.

Anse Boudin is located on the north-east coast of the Seychelles’ second-largest island, Praslin. Overlooking the ocean and Curieuse Island, Anse Boudin possesses an excellent mix of facilities, activities, and beautiful scenery, making it a really good all-rounder.

Anse Cimitière is a small beach in the south of Praslin. This beach is divided into two halves, one of which is more popular than the other thanks to its proximity to the Coco de Mer and Black Parrot Suites hotel. With calm, shallow water and beautiful trees to provide shade, there is much to warrant a visit here.

Anse Georgette is perhaps the most beautiful beach on Praslin, and certainly one of the best in the Seychelles thanks to its incredible mixture of pristine white sand, bright turquoise ocean surface, and tropical palm trees. A real must-see for any Praslin holidaymaker!

Anse Gouvernement is a beautiful beach located in front of some of Praslin’s best-loved hotels, including the Hotel l’Archipel, which is built onto the beach itself. This bay is also great for a number of activities, including snorkelling, swimming, sailing, and fishing, ensuring that everyone will find something to like about this beautiful beach.

Anse Kerlan lies on the north-west coast of Praslin. Over recent years, the area has been badly affected by rising sea levels and erosion. Therefore, artificially-placed rocks act as breakwaters, dividing the beach itself into smaller sections. This unique spectacle makes Anse Kerlan a different experience for your Seychelles beach day.

Anse la Blague is a calm, secluded beach in the south-east of Praslin with shallow water, especially at low tide, making it great for swimming or snorkelling. At high tide, the sea here can become rougher, so make sure you time your visit right. Anse la Blague also offers views of two other Seychelles islands, Grande Soeur and Petite Soeur.

Anse la Farine is a calm, tranquil beach in the south-east of Praslin, situated in front of the Emerald Cove Hotel. As it is only accessible by boat, the beach is often empty, save for a few patrons of the hotel. That said, it offers plenty to merit a visit, including snorkelling, kayaking, and swimming.

Anse Lazio is probably the most famous beach on Praslin thanks to its picturesque, postcard scenery, including perfect white sand, crystal-clear water, imposing palm trees, and much more. Ranked the sixth-best beach in the world by TripAdvisor in 2015, it’s easy to see why Anse Lazio is so popular amongst holidaymakers!

Anse Matelot is a small beach on Praslin with a uniquely secluded atmosphere. It is near impossible to reach the beach via land, with the majority of visitors coming by boat instead. Therefore, it is empty almost all the time, so anyone who decides to make the 10-minute boat trip to the bay will likely find themselves alone.

Anse Possession is located between Anse Pasquière and Anse Petite Coeur in the north-east of Praslin, the Seychelles’ second-largest island. This family-friendly bay offers shallow water, beautiful scenery, and a calm ocean surface, as well as proximity to a number of different accommodations.

Anse Volbert, or the Cote d’Or, is the most popular beach on Praslin, thanks largely to its proximity to any number of guesthouses and hotels. This beautiful beach offers a multitude of activities, making it a must-see for any holidaymakers on Praslin.

Fond de l’Anse is a long, open bay with shallow water, calm waves, and excellent access to both hotels and facilities. The colours of the water here can be especially beautiful, while the beach is also good for snorkelling and windsurfing, and the water is shallow enough to swim without any problems.

Petite Anse Kerlan is a small, busy beach in the north-west of Praslin, close to Anse Georgette and the Constance Lemuria Resort. The beach is almost exclusively visited by guests of the resort, but calm waters and beautiful rocky formations provide a few reasons to make the journey from further afield if you so wish.