Praslin Island

🏝️ Why Visit Praslin Island?

Praslin Island is many people's idea of absolute paradise – the second-largest island that's widely considered the most beautiful in the entire Seychelles archipelago. Home to the legendary Anse Lazio beach (voted one of the world's most stunning) and the UNESCO-protected Vallée de Mai forest, this place delivers those picture-perfect tropical moments that'll have you pinching yourself to check it's real.

This is where romance meets adventure, with seriously luxury resorts, the famous coco de mer palm found nowhere else on Earth, and those iconic granite boulders creating the most Instagram-worthy backdrops imaginable. Perfect for couples seeking that ultimate tropical paradise vibe, honeymooners wanting pure magic, and anyone who dreams of pristine beaches with crystal-clear waters and powder-soft white sand.

Top reasons to visit Praslin Island:

  • 🏖️ Anse Lazio – consistently voted one of the world's most beautiful beaches with pristine white sand and turquoise perfection

  • 🌿 Vallée de Mai UNESCO World Heritage Site where the legendary coco de mer palm grows in pristine tropical forests

  • 🐢 Easy access to Curieuse Island to meet over 300 giant Aldabra tortoises roaming freely in their natural sanctuary

  • 🏨 Home to some of the Seychelles' most romantic luxury resorts perfect for honeymoons and special celebrations

  • ⛵ Perfect base for island hopping adventures with La Digue just 15 minutes away by ferry

🎭 Top Things to Do on Praslin Island

🏖️ Anse Lazio Beach – Spend your day at this world-renowned beach with its pristine white sand, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and those famous granite boulders creating the perfect tropical backdrop

🌿 Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve – Explore this UNESCO World Heritage forest home to the legendary coco de mer palm with the world's largest seeds, plus rare endemic birds and ancient tropical vegetation

🐢 Curieuse Island Day Trip – Take a boat excursion to meet over 300 giant Aldabra tortoises roaming freely, plus enjoy a beach barbecue and snorkelling at this incredible nature sanctuary

🌅 Zimbabwe Viewpoint Sunset – Hike to Praslin's highest point for absolutely breathtaking panoramic views over the surrounding islands, especially magical during golden hour

🏖️ Anse Georgette Beach – Discover this hidden gem accessible through the Constance Lémuria resort with secluded white sands and stunning scenery worth every step of the trek

Weather in Praslin Island

JAN

27°C

FEB

28°C

MAR

29°C

APR

29°C

MAY

28°C

JUN

27°C

JUL

26°C

AUG

26°C

SEP

27°C

OCT

27°C

NOV

26°C

DEC

28°C

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