La Digue Island Vacations
La Digue is the third-largest inhabited island of the Seychelles and is situated north-east of Mahé and east of Praslin.
When to go to La Digue
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Seychelles’ third-largest inhabited island
Impressive variety of marine life
World-famous white-sand beaches
Laidback pace of life
Idyllic Beaches & Vibrant Culture
With an interesting history that prevails from port to plantations, La Digue is a great option for travelers looking for a little extra culture on vacation. It is also less built up than Praslin and Mahé.
Activities
La Digue is a beautiful island renowned for its laid-back atmosphere, largely due to the fact that very few cars are permitted here!
Explore by bike
Visit neighbouring islands
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We recommend hiring a bike to explore the island. From the sleepy village of La Passe to L’Union Estate & Copra Factory to Veuve Nature Reserve with its magnificent black paradise flycatchers, there is plenty to discover here.
Those wishing to explore further afield can catch frequent ferries to neighbouring island Praslin – and from Praslin, it is possible to take a trip to Mahé.
History
Explorer Lazare Picault first spotted La Digue in 1742, although it was only named years later in 1768. The first settles arrived in 1789 before returning to France. The decades that followed brought liberated slaves, French deportees and Asian immigrants to the island, and these early islanders earned a living making copra from coconuts and growing vanilla – traditions that continue today.
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What are the best accommodation options?
The island has a range of hotels and guesthouses – we feature the excellently located Fleur de Lys. This eight-chalet property is close to the amazing Anse Source d’Argent, while watersports are available from the nearby port. One of La Digue’s major attractions is its laidback pace of life.
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