Anse Lazio - The Best Beach

Praslin is the second largest island in the Seychelles and the most popular with tourists. Why?

Soft white sand beaches and crystal clear turquoise waters surround the small island.

The Best Beach in the Seychelles goes to Anse Lazio. Situated on the north west corner of Praslin in Bay Chevalier, it is a perfect crescent of soft, fine grained sand. The beach is relatively deep, from the fringe of Takamaka trees and palms to the waves of the warm Indian Ocean. To the right of the beach you'll see the craggy deserted Pointe Chevalier. Bounded on the other side by the curve of the island, you feel secluded. This is why year after year Anse Lazio is voted "the best beach in the world" by numerous travel publications and newspapers.

Don't miss this. Travelers make a special day trip to Praslin just to see it. The guide books talk it up as if it is the eighth wonder of the world.

Due to its north-west facing location, Anse Lazio is perfectly situated to experience the full force of a Seychelles sunset.

This is it - the top beach in the Seychelles: Anse Lazio on the isle of Praslin.

BEACH INDEX:

• Sand - medium grain, white, soft
• Facilities - Bonbon Plume café close by
• Shade - adult trees and palms - beware of falling coconuts
• Sports - you must bring your own gear
• Notes - can have large waves - snorkeling good, but reef recovering from damage of 2004 tsunami event (worst area hit in the Seychelles) - http://ioc.unesco.org/iosurveys/seychelles/sey9.htm