ANSE LA FARINE
A hidden, hike-in beach on the north-west tip of Praslin, close to Anse Georgette. Calm, clear water and superb snorkelling reward the short trail to this quiet, tucked-away cove.
Only accessible by boat, this tranquil beach boasts shallow, calm waters for swimming & snorkeling.
A secret near the famous beaches
Anse La Farine is a small, hidden beach on the beautiful north-western tip of Praslin, close to the celebrated Anse Georgette and the resort coast around it. Reached by a short trail through the greenery, or by boat, it stays quiet and unspoilt while its famous neighbours draw the crowds. For those who make the little effort, it offers a real sense of discovery.
The setting is classic Praslin, calm turquoise water, pale sand and granite, in a sheltered, tucked-away pocket of coast. It is a lovely reward for travellers who like to seek out the island’s quieter corners.
Snorkelling and calm water
The sheltered, clear water here is a highlight, often calm and excellent for snorkelling, with a good variety of reef fish close to shore. It makes an easy, rewarding swim on settled days, and the seclusion only adds to the pleasure. As always, judge the sea and the trail conditions, and bring what you need, as there are no facilities.
It pairs beautifully with Anse Georgette and the north-west beaches for a day exploring the loveliest tip of Praslin.
Know before you go
| Where | North-west tip of Praslin, near Anse Georgette |
| Type | Hidden, hike-in cove |
| Access | A short trail through the greenery, or by boat |
| Snorkelling | Excellent, calm and clear on settled days |
| Facilities | None, bring water and sun protection |
| Best time | Calm days, mornings for the clearest water |
What visitors say
★ 4.6 · 30 Google reviews★★★The trail is still existing: Start point around 75m before the Seahorse Villa appears. Go up the path (concrete way) on the right side all way long until the red sand area begins. From there look out for a blue diving fi…
Kristof Menke · via Google
★★★★★The best place for snorkeling, very calm waters and excellent variety of fish
Sandip Chandi · via Google
★★★★★Beautiful place with amazing corals and so much fish we have never seen before. There is no road to get there, so you should go to beach Anse La Blague where a local fisherman can take you on his boat to this heavenly pl…
Tomislav Pozaic · via Google
★★★★Trail from Anse la Blague not easy and quite steep. Nice beach with corals. Therefore good for snorkeling but not as good for taking a bath.
Christian Schmidt · via Google
Anse La Farine is a hidden snorkelling reward on the beautiful north-west tip of Praslin, close to Anse Georgette. Stay on Praslin to seek it out and pair it with the island’s famous beaches.
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Nearby Anse Georgette · Anse Lazio · Anse Volbert (Côte d’Or)
Bring a mask and go on a calm morning. The reward at Anse La Farine is the sheltered, clear water and the snorkelling, so make the short walk in early, carry water, and enjoy a quiet cove near Praslin’s most famous beaches.
