Praslin, the second-largest island in the Seychelles, is visually stunning with tropical jungle-fringed beaches, emerald waters, and powdery sand. Anse Lazio beach has been voted one of the world's best beaches several times and there's a dazzling reef just offshore brimming with coral and marine life. On land, coconut palms and granite boulders create a picture-postcard landscape. In the center of the island, discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Vallee de Mai Nature Reserve. We cruise to La Digue Island from midday. La Digue Island, the smallest of the three populated islands in the Seychelles, also possesses world-famous beaches, with one of the most recognizable being Anse Source d'Argent. It has pink-hued sands contrasting with granite boulders and aquamarine waters. DiscoverMORE: Vallee de Mai Nature Reserve & Anse Lazio (Activity Level: Easy, Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes, extra expense): Explore the natural treasures of Praslin Island on this captivating island escape. Departing from Baie Ste Anne Pier, your first stop is the legendary Vallee de Mai, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seychelles' most extraordinary natural sanctuaries. Walk beneath towering palms in this primeval forest, often described as a natural cathedral, and discover the iconic coco de mer, producer of the largest seed in the plant kingdom. Keep watch for the rare Seychelles black parrot, endemic to Praslin, and listen for its distinctive high-pitched call echoing through the forest canopy. Following your forest visit, enjoy a scenic drive to the breathtaking Anse Lazio, where you will be welcomed with fresh coconut drinks and have leisure time to relax, swim, or soak in the beauty of one of Seychelles' most celebrated beaches before returning to the pier. DiscoverMORE: A Day of Golf on Praslin - Constance Lemuria Resort (Activity Level: Easy, Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes, extra expense): Enjoy a premier golfing experience on Praslin Island at the spectacular Lemuria Golf Course, located within the elegant Constance Lemuria Resort. Beautifully designed by Marc Antoine Farry and Rodney Wright, and inaugurated in 2000, this is the only 18-hole golf course in Seychelles. Set against a dramatic backdrop of lush hills and the Indian Ocean, the course features stunning terraced greens and the iconic 15th hole, widely regarded as one of the most breathtaking in the region. Golfers can look forward to both a scenic and rewarding challenge. This comprehensive package includes 18 holes, green fees, rental clubs, a shared club car, water per person, 10 golf balls, and return minivan transfers between Praslin Jetty and the resort. Included Excursion: Visit La Digue Island by Camionette (Activity Level: Easy, Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes): Experience the laid-back beauty of La Digue Island on a scenic island tour by traditional camionette, one of the island's limited and charming open-sided vehicles. After tender disembarkation at the jetty, enjoy a picturesque drive through the village of La Passe, passing the magnificent La Passe Harbour, framed by dramatic granite outcrops and traditional schooners. Visit L'Union Estate, where you will explore the historic copra kiln, traditional coconut oil mill, colonial plantation house, and vanilla plantation, offering fascinating insight into the island's heritage. Continue by camionette to the world-famous Anse Source d'Argent, celebrated for its powdery white sands and extraordinary granite formations sculpted over centuries. Enjoy time for photos and swimming before returning to the jetty, with a brief opportunity to browse local crafts and souvenirs. Anchored: 7 AM-12 PM / 2 PM-11 PM ...
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