LANS TRUSALO
A long, hidden beach on Mahé, fringed with palms and mangroves at the foot of the hills. A quiet, little-known stretch of sand with wide harbour views for those who seek it out.
A hidden strand
Lans Trusalo is one of Mahe’s quieter, lesser-known beaches, a long ribbon of sand tucked away at the base of the mountains and fringed with palms and mangroves. It is the kind of place that rewards the curious traveller, a peaceful, natural spot away from the busier bays, with wide views out over the water and a real sense of seclusion.
The mix of palm-shaded sand, mangroves and the green slopes rising behind gives it a soft, unspoilt character, and its tucked-away position keeps it well off the usual tourist trail.
Quiet by the water
This is a natural, undeveloped beach, so it is more a place for a peaceful walk, the views and the quiet than a manicured swimming spot, and the sea should be read with the usual care. Facilities are minimal, so bring what you need and enjoy the calm.
For travellers who like to seek out the island’s hidden corners, Lans Trusalo is a lovely reminder that Mahe still holds quiet beaches for those willing to look.
Know before you go
| Where | On Mahe, see the map for the exact location |
| Type | Long, hidden, natural beach with palms and mangroves |
| Setting | At the foot of the hills, with wide water views |
| Swimming | Read the sea, this is a natural undeveloped beach |
| Good for | Peace, scenery, seeking out a hidden corner |
| Best time | Calm, settled days |
What visitors say
★ 4.3 · 31 Google reviews★★★★Long beach surrounded by palm trees and mangroves, just in the base of the mountain. Perfect views of the harbour. There are craps, fishes and different birds, pure nature! You can stay there alone, feeling like Robinson Crusoe.
Xavier Sanchez Vendrell · via Google
★★★★Beautiful beach that is hidden away and well worth visiting. Head up to the helipad from the hotel and then head down the path to the beach. The beach was empty when we arrived and possibly because it was high tide nobod…
Graham Hutchinson · via Google
★★★A reclusive beach that requires you to walk up to the helipad, and then down stairs to get to it. There are huge granite boulders which are interesting, but beyond that this is a normal beach which was covered in seaweed…
Matt Otskey · via Google
★★★★★Hideaway at big resort. Only few persons on beach…need to walk 10 minutes thru woods up and down but worth. Paradise
Ninko Djuric · via Google
Lans Trusalo is one of the quiet, hidden beaches an island tour can weave into a day of exploring Mahe. Stay on the island to take your time seeking out its lesser-known corners.
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Nearby Beau Vallon · Anse Major · Sunset Beach
Come for the quiet, not the swim. Lans Trusalo is a hidden, natural beach best enjoyed for its palm-and-mangrove setting and wide views, so bring what you need, read the sea, and savour having a Mahe beach to yourself.
