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Seychelles: La Digue

La Digue is a relatively small island in comparison with Mahe. And it is the third largest in Seychelles. The trip from Mahe lasted less than two hours. First with a bigger catamaran to the neighbouring Praslin, then with a smaller catamaran a 15 min trip to La Digue.

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I heard there are no cars on this island, but that’s not true. I saw one taxi, a few SUVs, smaller trucks with benches on the back and electrical golf carts. And of course bicycles and an ox cart. 🙂 Main routes between the three villages and the beaches are paved and often lead trough a rainforest which offered a welcome shelter from the strong sun. Moreover, biking really gives that leisurely holiday feel to the whole place.

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People here are very nice. They greet you and let you go about your business. But if you need help or advice, they are there for you.

There is a lot of accommodation options ranging from hotels to simple room rentals. There are plenty of eating options, too. And of course a lot of beaches and a hill with a view. Oh, and I forgot – also a heritage village, old cemetery, tortoise sanctuary, jetty, police station and a hospital.

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I have visited most of the beaches on the island. I liked Grande Anse (above) the most, as I could swim there. Most people like Anse Source D’Argent (below), but to me it seemed similar than the other beaches – good for snorkelling but not for swimming. It was shallow with corals and sea urchins.

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