The 16 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
The places, most named first
From the 5 guides that rank for "best beaches in seychelles"
Named by 3 of 51. Anse Source d'ArgentLa Digue, SeychellesShallow, warm, reef-protected water that is generally calm, with good snorkeling.One of the most photographed beaches in the world, backdrop of Cast Away.
Named by 3 of 52. Beau VallonMahé, SeychellesLongest and most visited beach on Mahé, with restaurants, guest houses and water sports.Calm water and watersports; swimmable year-round.
Named by 2 of 53. Anse LazioPraslin, SeychellesGood for swimming and snorkeling; take care June to September when the undertow is stronger.Can get crowded, so arrive before 9 am.
Named by 2 of 54. Anse IntendanceMahé, Seychelles
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When to go
Travel guides most often name April to May and October to November as the best time to visit Seychelles.
Open-ocean swell makes swimming dangerous May to September; November to March is calmer.
Not reef-protected, but surfers find some of the island's best waves.
Named by 2 of 55. Anse LouisMahé, SeychellesPristine enough that turtles still nest; waves are big, so it is not the best for young children.A tiny, almost hidden bay without the crowds.
Named by 2 of 56. Anse GeorgettePraslin, SeychellesSmall beach with good snorkeling; access is arranged through the resort next door or by boat.Mentioned as a top sunset spot.
7. Anse la MoucheMahé, SeychellesShallow, calm water suits young children, and it is a good sunset spot.
8. Grande Soeur EastGrande Soeur, SeychellesRemote private island beach reached by staying there or by boat trip from Praslin or La Digue; stronger currents.
9. Police BayMahé, SeychellesA wild beach at the southern tip of Mahé with no facilities, vendors or shade structures.
10. Honeymoon BeachNorth Island, SeychellesPrivate island beach with a view of Silhouette Island; access requires booking the island.
11. Petite AnseMahé, SeychellesHas one of the best views on Mahé; open to the public though a resort lines the cove.
12. Carana BeachMahé, SeychellesHard-to-find entrance; strong waves, free to use.
13. Anse Nord d'EstMahé, SeychellesSoft white sand and big boulders; strong waves, bus stop on the beach.
14. Anse MajorMahé, SeychellesReached by an easy hike or taxi boat.
15. Port LaunayMahé, SeychellesCalm, shallow water, powdery sand and good snorkeling.
16. Sunset BeachMahé, SeychellesSmall bay for watching sunsets; strong current at times.
Named by 3 of 51. Anse Source d'ArgentShallow, warm, reef-protected water that is generally calm, with good snorkeling.One of the most photographed beaches in the world, backdrop of Cast Away.
Named by 3 of 52. Beau VallonLongest and most visited beach on Mahé, with restaurants, guest houses and water sports.Calm water and watersports; swimmable year-round.
Named by 2 of 53. Anse LazioGood for swimming and snorkeling; take care June to September when the undertow is stronger.Can get crowded, so arrive before 9 am.
Named by 2 of 54. Anse Intendance
