Tourism Guide Africa Travel Guide Jan - March 2019 edition

7 ROMANTIC
BEACHES IN
SEYCHELLES
S
eychelles has long been referred
to as the “islands of love” There
is no doubt Seychelles has some
of the best beaches in the world.
These beaches have various water
sports like diving and snorkelling that you can
look forward to for a romantic getaway with
your loved one.
Below are some of the romantic beaches to
look forward to in Seychelles.
01
L’ANSE AUX POULES BLEUES
Located in Mahe Island this is a quiet shady
beach neighbouring Anse a la mouche, which
disappears with the high tide; Anse aux poules
bleues is well worth a visit. Parking is available
beneath the large Takamaka trees and the
water is shallow and perfect for families or
snorkelers. ANSE FORBANS
Located in Mahe Island, perhaps in the age
of the corsairs, pirates did indeed visit this
beautiful beach on the south-eastern coast
of Mahé. Nowadays, Anse Forbans is popular
with visitors from nearby hotels along the
shoreline. For the most part the beach is
considered safe for swimming except for the
southern part that leads to Anse Marie Louise
(past Anse Forbans Chalets).
02
ANSE MAJOR
This relatively easy trail winds its way along
the rocky northwestern coastline of Mahé,
leading to the small secluded beach of Anse
Major. Starting from the fishing village of belombre,
the hike leading to the beach is a short
one but the sheltered cove at the end, makes
it well worth it.
03
ANSE VICTORIN
This award-winning beach has often been
voted the most beautiful beach in the world. It
is a wide dazzlingly white expanse of powdery
sand, surrounded by lush vegetation and gran-
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