Anse Boudin
A quiet, local beach on the north coast of Praslin, at the end of the road toward Anse Lazio. A peaceful, palm-backed strand with a genuine island feel, away from the resort crowds.
Locals frequent this tranquil beach known for its clear waters, fishing & snorkeling opportunities.
The quiet end of the north coast
Anse Boudin sits on the north coast of Praslin, beyond the resort strip of Cote d’Or and near the turn-off for the famous Anse Lazio. It is a quiet, local beach with a real village feel, far less visited than its celebrated neighbour, and all the more relaxing for it. Palms lean over the sand, fishing boats come and go, and the pace is gentle.
For travellers who want the north coast without the crowds, it is a lovely, low-key alternative, a place to walk, swim on calm days and watch ordinary island life unfold by the sea.
Swimming and setting
The water is often calm and pleasant for a swim, and the beach has a soft, unhurried charm, though facilities are limited so it is best to come prepared. Its position makes it an easy pairing with Anse Lazio just around the headland, so you can combine a visit to one of the world’s most famous beaches with the quiet of a real local one.
It is a gentle, honest slice of Praslin, and a reminder that some of the island’s nicest moments are found just beyond the postcard spots.
Know before you go
| Where | North coast of Praslin, near Anse Lazio |
| Type | Quiet, palm-backed local beach |
| Swimming | Often calm and pleasant on settled days |
| Facilities | Limited, come prepared |
| Good for | Local life, a quiet swim, escaping the crowds |
| Best time | Calm days, any time the sea is settled |
What visitors say
★ 4.6 · 80 Google reviews★★★★★Great beach, not crowdy, beautiful… you won’t spend the day here but it’s worth the visit!
Adrien D · via Google
★★You can give this beach a pass. It is rocky and water is shallow so not safe for swimming. No infrastructure along the beach. Anse Lazio is only 20 mins hike from here so does not make much sense to spend time. Also for …
bholanath bandyopadhyay · via Google
★★★★★Beautiful beach and great snorkeling.
Renee Thomas · via Google
★★★★★Good
jo hoga achha hoga s.rbh. · via Google
Anse Boudin is the quiet counterpoint to nearby Anse Lazio on Praslin’s north coast. Stay on the island to pair a world-famous beach with the calm of a real local one.
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Nearby Anse Lazio · Anse Volbert (Côte d’Or) · Anse Georgette
Pair it with Anse Lazio. Anse Boudin sits just around the headland from Praslin’s most famous beach, so combine the two for a day that mixes a world-class showpiece with the quiet charm of a genuine local strand.
