White sand
Flour-fine.
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One of the most famous beaches in the Seychelles and the world, at the north-western tip of Praslin: a curve of flour-fine white sand between huge, smooth granite boulders at each end, with clear turquoise water deepening to blue. Takamaka and coconut trees fringe the beach with natural shade, and the granite boulders run out into the water, making excellent snorkelling spots among colourful fish, especially at the ends. The sea here is usually calmest from May to October, when the beach's position shelters it from the south-east trade winds, while waves can build from December to March. Two restaurants at its edges serve seafood and Creole dishes. The beach is public and free, reached by car or bus and then a short walk. Arrive in the morning before the midday crowds, or stay on for sunset.
Flour-fine.
At each end.
On the west coast.
North-western tip of Praslin
Usually from May to October; waves can build from December to March.