With 115 islands scattered across the Indian Ocean, Seychelles is home to an extraordinary variety of beaches. Powder-soft white sand, turquoise waters, lush tropical vegetation and dramatic granite formations create some of the most spectacular coastal scenery in the world.
Exploring the islands by catamaran gives you the opportunity to discover beaches across the archipelago, including places that are best appreciated from the sea. From famous stretches of sand to peaceful, secluded bays, each island offers something different.
The ten beaches featured here are just a selection - Seychelles has many more beautiful beaches waiting to be discovered. Your cruise may take you to other remarkable spots along the way, depending on your itinerary, the weather and sea conditions.
Anse Lazio is one of Praslin’s most famous beaches and is often regarded as one of the most beautiful in Seychelles. Framed by lush tropical vegetation and impressive granite boulders, its soft white sand and clear turquoise water create a spectacular setting.
Located on the north-west coast of Praslin, the beach is wonderful for swimming and relaxing when sea conditions are suitable. Its natural beauty and spacious shoreline make it a favourite with both visitors and locals.
Anse Lazio is a supervised beach with lifeguards on duty every day, providing an extra level of safety and peace of mind for families and other beachgoers.
Restaurants are available close to the beach, making Anse Lazio an ideal stop while exploring Praslin.
Anse Georgette is one of Praslin’s most spectacular beaches, known for its powdery white sand, turquoise water and lush tropical surroundings. Hidden away on the north-west coast of the island, it offers a peaceful and unspoilt setting framed by impressive granite rocks and dense vegetation.
Access by land is through the Constance Lemuria resort and normally needs to be arranged in advance. Arriving by boat offers a wonderful alternative, allowing you to admire this beautiful coastline from the sea and approach the beach without the long walk.
With its natural beauty and secluded atmosphere, Anse Georgette is an unforgettable stop during a catamaran cruise around Praslin. Sea conditions can sometimes be strong, so swimming should always be enjoyed with care.
Grand Anse is one of La Digue’s most impressive beaches, famous for its wide stretch of white sand, dramatic granite formations and wild natural beauty. Surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, it offers a spectacular and less developed side of the Seychelles.
The beach is particularly beautiful for walking, relaxing, photography and enjoying the scenery. During the southeast trade-wind season, however, Grand Anse can experience strong waves, currents and rough seas, so swimming conditions should always be assessed carefully and warning signs respected.
For visitors exploring La Digue, Grand Anse is well worth discovering, not only for the beach itself, but also for the sense of space, untouched scenery and spectacular coastline that make this part of the island so memorable.
Tucked away on La Digue’s southeastern coast, Petite Anse is a peaceful beach with soft white sand, turquoise water and a wonderfully secluded atmosphere.
While the beach can be reached on foot, arriving by boat offers an entirely different experience. Approaching Petite Anse from the sea allows you to admire La Digue’s spectacular coastline before stopping just off this beautiful, less-crowded beach — one of the advantages of discovering the Seychelles by catamaran.
Spend some time relaxing on the sand, enjoying a picnic or simply taking in the surroundings before returning aboard and continuing your journey to the next island destination.
Anse Source d’Argent is one of the Seychelles’ most iconic beaches, instantly recognisable for its enormous, sculpted granite boulders, pale sand and shallow turquoise lagoon. Located within L’Union Estate on La Digue, it is one of the island’s most photographed and celebrated locations.
The shallow lagoon is protected by an offshore reef, creating clear, generally calm water that is ideal for wading, swimming and snorkelling when conditions permit. Exploring along the shoreline reveals small coves between the granite formations, each offering a different view of this extraordinary landscape.
A visit to Anse Source d’Argent is also an opportunity to experience L’Union Estate and the character of La Digue, making it an excellent stop during your Seychelles island-hopping adventure.
Anse Cocos is one of La Digue’s more secluded beaches, reached by a scenic walking trail across the island’s southeastern coast. With no road leading directly to the beach, getting there is part of the experience and offers a chance to explore a quieter side of La Digue.
At the far end of the beach, granite rocks form a natural pool, which can provide a more sheltered place to enjoy the water when conditions are suitable. The open sea itself can experience strong currents and waves, so visitors should take care and avoid swimming when conditions are rough.
With few facilities and a wonderfully remote atmosphere, Anse Cocos is an excellent choice for visitors looking to escape the busier parts of La Digue and spend time surrounded by nature.
Located on the wild southern coast of Mahé, Anse Intendance is a spectacular stretch of soft white sand framed by lush tropical vegetation. With no protective coral reef, the beach is known for its powerful waves and dramatic ocean scenery, particularly during the southeast trade-wind season.
It is a wonderful place for sunbathing, beach walks and photography, while experienced surfers are drawn to its impressive waves. Swimming should be approached with caution when the sea is rough or currents are strong.
For visitors exploring Mahé, Anse Intendance offers a beautiful contrast to the calmer, reef-protected beaches found elsewhere in the Seychelles.
Located on the northwest coast of Mahé, Beau Vallon is one of the Seychelles’ best-known beaches. Its long stretch of sand and generally calm, accessible waters make it a popular place for swimming, snorkelling and water activities.
Unlike many of the more secluded beaches in the Seychelles, Beau Vallon has a lively atmosphere, with restaurants, cafés, hotels and water-sports facilities nearby. It is an excellent place to experience another side of island life, especially in the late afternoon when visitors gather to enjoy the beach and sunset.
From the sea, Beau Vallon’s sweeping bay and mountainous backdrop also make an impressive sight when exploring Mahé’s coastline by catamaran.
Located on the southeast coast of Mahé, Anse Royale is a beautiful bay known for its clear turquoise water and long sandy shoreline. An offshore reef helps shelter much of the bay, creating generally calmer waters that are popular for swimming and snorkelling.
Small offshore rocks and islands add to the scenery, while the nearby village gives visitors easy access to local shops, restaurants and everyday Seychellois life. Its combination of beautiful water, marine life and accessibility makes Anse Royale a lovely stop while exploring Mahé.
Hidden on the southern coast of La Digue, Anse Marron is one of the island’s most secluded and spectacular beaches. Surrounded by enormous granite boulders and lush tropical vegetation, its white sand and crystal-clear natural pools create a truly wild and untouched setting.
Reaching Anse Marron overland involves an adventurous hike, usually undertaken with a local guide. From the sea, however, you can admire this remarkable coastline as part of your catamaran journey, offering a completely different perspective of one of La Digue’s most beautiful and remote corners.
One of the greatest advantages of exploring the Seychelles by catamaran is the freedom to discover several islands during one journey. Cruise between Mahé, Praslin and La Digue, with opportunities to stop at beautiful beaches, quiet bays and smaller islands along the way.
Curieuse Island is a favourite stop, famous for its giant Aldabra tortoises, mangroves and beautiful coastline. Nearby, St Pierre Island offers clear turquoise water and excellent snorkelling, while Cousin Island is renowned for its protected natural environment and abundant wildlife.
Depending on your itinerary and sea conditions, your cruise can also include other beautiful locations around the inner islands. Travelling by catamaran gives you the freedom to experience much more of the Seychelles without constantly changing hotels or packing and unpacking.
A boat cruise to the Seychelles is also an opportunity to experience new activities. Instead of a sunbathing session and a few minutes of swimming in the sea, you can try big game fishing. It is a sporting activity that attracts many tourists to the region.
Whether you rent a boat with or without a skipper, you can come back with different kinds of fish, including the grouper, the barracuda and the crocodile Morphy. Do not forget to go diving to discover the coral reefs of the beautiful islands of the archipelago. These include Astove Island, with its caves and crevices, and Aldabra Island, with its famous green turtles.
Fishing is one of the great experiences you can enjoy during your catamaran cruise. The warm waters of the Seychelles are rich in marine life, giving you the opportunity to fish while cruising between the islands and enjoy the excitement of a fresh catch at sea.
Depending on the season, location and conditions, you may encounter species such as tuna, wahoo, dorado and barracuda. Fishing can become part of the journey rather than a separate excursion, with plenty of opportunities as we move from one beautiful anchorage to another.
And perhaps the best part: if you catch a suitable fish, it can be freshly prepared on board for you to enjoy - it doesn't get much fresher than that.
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