La Digue: Cycling in Paradise

My interest in touring La Digue Island in Seychelles began from an interesting video that a travel vlogger posted on the Island on YouTube. I marvelled at watching the locals on bicycles instead of cars on the roads, with views of clear blue waters and white beaches surrounded by large granite rocks. And just like that the island made it into my travel bucket list and I finally travelled to the island. 

I landed at Seychelles International Airport on Mahe Island, I spent a couple of days exploring the island and immediately took a ferry to Praslin and another one finally to La Digue. There are various ways to reach La Digue once you land in Mahe. You can take a ferry boat directly from Mahe which will take approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. The second option is to get to Praslin via the ferry or flight and then take a ferry to La Digue. It’s just ten kilometres from Praslin and will roughly take 15 minutes to get there.

 

After that, I explored the Anse Source D’argent beach at the end of the estate for photos and relaxation. 

Hiking the Anse Cocos Trail

Though there are three beaches at Anse Coco, I explored Petite Anse more being that I was there for the hike. Though the hill is not too high, the hot temperature can be tiring so make sure that you carry enough water. The last beach of the tour is Anse Caiman, a small bay and here I found a bar where I treated myself to a coconut. I opted to relax here though one has an option of getting back to Anse Cocos, which is a sheltered beach unlike the rest.  

Sample the sea delicacies in one of the restaurants

Wandering through La Digue, I stumbled upon a treasure trove of culinary experiences, offering a delicious introduction to Seychellois cuisine. One of them is Fish Trap restaurant and bar where I sampled their seafood and it was great. Thankfully, the prices were fair despite Seychelles' reputation for fine dining. Plus, the outdoor seating with its cool ocean breeze and toes-in-the-sand vibe was fantastic.

Of all the major Islands in Seychelles, being in La Digue is like being in paradise. The warmth of the locals, the options in accommodation, the stunning landscape with some of the most stunning white beaches I’ve ever seen, coupled with tranquility will make me recommend this destination not just for your honeymoon, but also as a solo traveler or with your family and friends.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Article by Harriet Jimmy

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