Anse Patates
A small bay at the northern tip of La Digue, ringed by granite boulders, with snorkelling over the reef and lovely sunsets.
Anse Patates lies at the northern tip of La Digue, about a 15-minute bike ride from La Passe jetty along the island's ring road. This small sandy cove is framed on both sides by layered grey-pink granite boulders. The water is clear, and snorkelling near the reef can reveal parrotfish, butterflyfish and even sea turtles, making it one of the few snorkelling spots on the island. The beach is small and the tides are pronounced: at high tide the sand is almost submerged, so aim for low to mid tide. A boulder lookout beside the road overlooks the whole bay, and the light is best in the late afternoon. Free entry, no facilities; there are hotels and restaurants nearby.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Anse Sévère
- La Veuve Special Reserve
- Nid d'Aigle (Eagle's Nest)
- L'Union Estate
- Anse Cocos
- Anse Source d'Argent
- Grand Anse, La Digue
- Coco Island