A remote, story-rich beach on the wild coast of La Digue, named for shipwrecked sailors of old. A hike-in hideaway for travellers chasing solitude and a touch of island history.
History on a wild shore
Anse Lascars is one of the remote, hard-to-reach beaches on the wilder side of La Digue, and it carries a name steeped in island lore. The Lascars were sailors, and the beach is said to recall those once shipwrecked or put ashore on this lonely coast. Today it is a quiet, unspoilt place, reached by a walk through forest and over rock, and reaching it feels like a small adventure in itself.
The reward is seclusion and raw natural beauty, granite, greenery and the open sea, on a stretch of coast that few visitors ever see. For travellers who like their beaches wild and their walks with a story, it is a memorable find.
Getting there, and caution
The path is rough and unmarked in places, so a little care, sturdy footwear and ideally local guidance make the walk safer and more rewarding. Facilities are nonexistent, so carry water and sun protection. As with all of La Digue’s exposed beaches, the open ocean means surf and currents can be strong, so swimming should be approached with real caution.
Come for the solitude, the scenery and the sense of stepping off the map, on an island that still keeps a few secrets.
Know before you go
| Where | A remote stretch of La Digue’s coast |
| Access | On foot, a rough forest and rock walk, guidance helps |
| Swimming | Exposed, surf and currents, take real care |
| Facilities | None, carry water and sun protection |
| Good for | Solitude, adventure, a beach with a story |
| Best time | The calmer season, cooler hours, in dry conditions |
What visitors say
★ 4.3 · 10 Google reviews★Coming from Hilton by bike, it’s not possible to complete the route only by bike (there are very steep climbs and dangerous descents). I’ve completed the roundtrip in half an hour, but cycling and running. The beach is n…
Tiziano Moras · via Google
★★★★Worthwhile trail..especially with kids
Madeleine d Usoro pamela · via Google
★★★★★A short, easy and picturesque walk of 15min. through the comfortable shade of the forest, on a very interesting old road, from the Dauban Mausoleum to the wild stone beach of Anse Lascars. Very pleasant and convenient ev…
Mr. Haihui · via Google
★★★★★Beautiful place to hike
Haya Alshanqiti · via Google
Anse Lascars is for travellers who want to go beyond the postcard beaches into the wilder, story-rich corners of La Digue. Stay on the island to give the walk the time and daylight it deserves.
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Go prepared and consider a guide. The walk to Anse Lascars is rough and easy to lose, so wear proper shoes, carry plenty of water, start early and treat the exposed sea with caution once you arrive.
