The dream destination of La Digue is often a choice for tourists who are looking for an idyllic holiday amid captivatingly beautiful surroundings. The visual vista of clear turquoise sea water splashing on the silver-white sand beaches and granite boulders is mesmerizing. Adding to the beauty are the swaying coconut and palm trees.
La Digue is the third most populated island of Seychelles and has the fourth largest land area. The tropical island is situated east of Praslin and the west of Felicite Islands and can be reached either by ferry or helicopter from Mahe. Visiting this place is like stepping back in the ancient time with almost no vehicles on the streets and only colorful ox-carts and bicycles as modes of transport.
The star attraction of this heaven on earth is the picturesque beach of Anse Source D’ Argent, known to be the most photographed beach in the world. There are other beaches like the Grand Anse, the secluded beach of Anse Coco which also attracts tourists. If you are a nature lover, you will surely pay a visit to Veuve Reserve to take a look at the rare flycatcher bird. The coconut plantation of the L’Union Estate along with the vanilla plantation is also worth a visit. Spending some good time at one of the awesome beaches is the best thing to do in La Digue.
You may also opt to go for an enjoyable hike to reach the secluded beach of Anse Coco. You can also go for a cruise at Grand Anse beach or simply go cycling inside the island. A visit to the Notre Dame Church and L’Union Estate is also a must do thing in La Digue. Being a tropical island, La Digue has a hot and humid climate round the year with intermittent rainfall throughout May, June and July making the weather pleasant for an enjoyable vacation.