Anse Royale
A long beach on the southeast coast of Mahé, protected by a reef and with calm water. It is one of the island's best snorkeling beaches.
Anse Royale stretches about 2 kilometers, with a coral reef shielding the sand and gentle, clear water. Snorkeling around Fairyland islet, just offshore, reveals coral, parrotfish and sea turtles. Along the beach you will find a small supermarket, food stalls and several restaurants, and local families often come here for picnics on weekends. Buses run directly from Victoria and take about 40 minutes. At low tide the water is shallow, so plan your snorkeling for high tide. There are no lifeguards on the beach.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Takamaka Rum Distillery, La Plaine St. André
- Le Jardin du Roi
- Anse Soleil
- Anse Intendance
- Copolia Trail
- Mission Ruins of Venn's Town
- Seychelles National Botanical Gardens
- Victoria Clock Tower & Market