Anse Lazio

A crescent-shaped white-sand bay on the northwest tip of Praslin, framed by granite boulders at each end, with calm, clear water. It is one of the best beaches in the Seychelles for swimming.

Anse Lazio lies at the northwest tip of Praslin. It is a crescent of fine white sand about 1 km long, dotted with the iconic granite boulders at both ends and backed by dense tall trees. It has repeatedly made world's-best-beach lists. Unlike Anse Source d'Argent, the water here is deeper and the slope gentle, which makes it ideal for swimming. The shallows near the rocks at each end are good for snorkeling, where you may see parrotfish and butterflyfish and sometimes sea turtles. The beach is free to access and has a car park, two restaurants (Le Chevalier and Bonbon Plume, where lunch reservations are needed in peak season) and simple toilets. There's plenty of shade on the sand.

To get there, drive about 20 to 25 minutes from the Baie Sainte Anne jetty. The last stretch is a steep mountain road. Or take a bus to Anse Boudin, then walk about 20 minutes over the hill.

Tip: bring snorkeling gear and spend half a day on the beach, ending with the sunset in the evening.

Please note: there are no lifeguards on the beach. Stay away from the strong currents near the rocks at each end. Avoid going out at night or swimming alone far from shore, as sharks have been reported in the open sea. Don't leave belongings visible inside parked cars.

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