Places To Visit In Praslin

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Here are the top 4 places to visit in Praslin

The second-largest out of 115 islands in Seychelles, Praslin has always been one of the wilder yet laid-back islands, with tropical forests, nature reserves and a host of beaches.

Praslin Island has the world's most white and thinnest sand beaches. It is also home to the popular UNESCO Heritage Site - Valle De Mai National Reserve. This magnificent island has always been a people's favourite, as it manages to fuse the rich culture, as well as wild nature into its island life in the most beautiful place. Praslin is an excellent place for explorers and adventures with trails and treks of all kinds of difficulty. The island also has its museum and art gallery which further help express the history and culture of Praslin.

The three inhabited regions of Praslin are Anse Volbert, Baie St Anne and Grand Anse. Baie St Anne hosts the main jetty and essential shops and residential areas. Praslin is easily accessible from Mahe (40km away) by a 15-minute domestic aeroplane. The other popular option is a 45-min express ferry CAT COCO which operates 2-3 times each day. Praslin is best explored through a self-drive car.

1. Giant Tortoise Farm

Giant Tortoise Farm

1 out of 4 places to visit in Praslin

Situated on the Curieuse Island, the Giant Tortoise farm is, among other things, a breeding centre for the giant Aldabra tortoises species, which is endemic to the area. The Curieuse island is a short ferry ride away from either Praslin or Victoria and ferries regularly ply the route and the tortoise farm can only be accessed through an organized boat tour. The entry fee to the farm is included in the ticket tariff. After a guided tour by the wardens of the area, you are free to explore the island. It is the best place to meet and learn about the Aldabra tortoises.

2. Anse La Blague

Anse La Blague

2 out of 4 places to visit in Praslin

After the rather challenging route, one is almost rewarded the moment they reach the Anse La Blague beach. With lovely views of the surrounding islands - Petite Soeur and Grande Soeur, Anse La Blague is a well-hidden and secluded beach with turquoise waters and white pristine sands. Along the small road of Baie St Anne, over a steep hill, past Anse Takamaka; Anse La Blague is a small beach of Grand Anse in Praslin. You can catch a glimpse of the seaweed from October to April. The beach is also good for swimming and snorkelling. 

3. St Pierre Islet

St Pierre Islet

3 out of 4 places to visit in Praslin

An uninhabited island, St Pierre Islet lies in the north of Praslin Island and the east of Curieuse Island. A perfect destination for snorkelers, divers, yachtsmen, the waters of the island is calm and perfect for water activities. Grab your fishing and water sports outfits and jump into the sea of great fun and entertainment. An island which has stored its natural beauty and has preserved its native ecosystem, St Pierre Islet is among the few islands at Seychelles where you will be isolated, cut off from the rest of the world.

4. Aride Island

Aride Island

4 out of 4 places to visit in Praslin

One of the Inner Islands, Aride Island is a sight to behold just 10 kilometres off the coast of north Praslin. The island is a 68-hectare site with white sandy beaches and the largest seabird population in the Indian Ocean. This is the northernmost of the granitic islands and has been claimed as a Nature Reserve by the Island Conservation Society of Seychelles. A visit to this beautiful reserve is a must see when visiting Seychelles as it gives you an all-round experience of everything the island nation has to offer. This includes world class diving sites, game fishing, and an array of flora and fauna that is sure to blow your mind away.

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