Location and character
Anse Georgette is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful beaches in the Seychelles. Framed by granite boulders, it has powder-soft sand and excellent swimming.
The bay lies on the north-west coast of Praslin, between Anse Kerlan and Anse Lazio. At about 500 metres long and no more than around 20 metres wide, it is clearly smaller than Anse Lazio. Takamaka trees give shade along the edge of the beach. Behind it lies the grounds of the Constance Lémuria Resort, and that is exactly why access is not entirely straightforward.
If you know Anse Lazio, you will find a quieter, smaller version here. There is no beach bar and nothing for sale, and correspondingly few visitors come on any given day.
Getting there and access
Getting here: Anse Georgette can be reached from the sea by boat, or overland with special permission from the Lémuria Resort, across its grounds. In practice this means registering in advance. Recent visitors' reports differ in the details: some only had to sign in at the gate, others had registered days beforehand. So do not plan this on the spur of the moment.
| Route | Registration required | Duration and effort |
|---|---|---|
| Via Constance Lémuria (gate to beach) | Yes, in advance with the resort | About 20–30 minutes on foot, hilly, partly across the golf course |
| On foot from Anse Lazio over the hill | According to reports, not via the resort | About 30–45 minutes, one way, steep sections |
| By boat | No, landing directly on the beach | As part of a boat tour around Praslin |
Via Constance Lémuria
If you are not staying at the resort, register beforehand, either through the Constance Lémuria reception or through your own accommodation. Many landlords and guesthouses do this for their guests. According to recent visitors' reports, access is free of charge. The resort does, however, admit only a limited number of visitors to the grounds each day. Register several days ahead, and in high season (December, January, July and August) better still even earlier. When you register, ask straight away about entry times, the daily limit and parking.
At the guard hut you give your name. From there you continue on foot: first a stretch up the access road, then, following the signs, past the clubhouse, across the golf course and down through woodland to the bay. The return walk is uphill, so allow a little more time and water for it. Resort guests are taken down in an electric vehicle.
By bus or car to the gate
With a hire car you drive as far as the resort's access road. According to visitors' reports, some leave the car at the gate, others at the roadside just before it. Space is limited, so clarify this when you register. To get to Anse Lazio by car you have to drive right round the north of the island, as there is no direct road between the two beaches.
By bus (Taking the bus in the Seychelles) you travel towards Anse Kerlan and ask the driver to stop at the bus stop for the Lémuria. It is easy to miss. From there it is a few minutes' walk to the gate. Buses on Praslin run infrequently, and only a limited service operates at weekends and on public holidays. Check the current timetable with the bus operator SPTC and make sure you have your return journey firmly planned.
On foot from Anse Lazio and by boat
A coastal path links Anse Lazio with Anse Georgette across the headland. It is the only land route that does not depend on the resort. Reports on its condition differ: some found the path easy to walk, others describe it as overgrown. The hill is steep and hardly shaded on the Anse Lazio side. Start early, wear sturdy shoes, and do not set off alone in rain or if you are unsure.
By boat you can reach the bay independently of the resort. Several operators include it in their excursions around Praslin. When the swell is strong, landing on the beach is not possible everywhere, and the skipper decides on the spot.
Swimming and snorkelling
The bay shelves gently, and the water is clear and warm. The seabed is said to be free of rocks and coral, which makes swimming pleasant, though snorkellers will find less to see than along rocky coasts. The bay opens to the north-west. During the north-west monsoon, roughly from December to February, more waves therefore often roll onto the beach, and in rain and wind it can get rough. You will find the calmer months in the fact box above, and more on the weather under Climate and weather.
There are no lifeguards. Watch for currents and waves, do not swim far out on your own, and heed any warning notices posted at Anse Lazio or the resort. For a general overview of conduct and hazards, see the Do’s and Don’ts.
Facilities and what to bring
According to visitors' reports, there are no stalls and no facilities on the beach itself. Do not expect sun loungers, parasols or a snack bar. The restaurants in the area belong to the resort and lie away from the bay. You will find shade under the trees at the edge.
Tips and surroundings
Try to come in the morning. The uphill walk back is then cooler, and you have more time on the beach. Combine the visit with a second beach nearby: Anse Kerlan is very close, and Anse Lazio, thanks to its road and car park, is much easier to reach and has restaurants. If you have only one day in the north and do not want to bother with registration, you may prefer Anse Lazio. Some visitors think it is just as beautiful.
On the way to the north you pass the Vallée de Mai, which combines well with a beach day. If you would like to stay nearby, you will find smaller places to stay at Anse Boudin and Anse Possession. More of the island's beaches are listed under Dream beaches.
