Location and character
Anse Possession lies close to the Le Domaine de la Réserve hotel. It is a shallow sandy cove with calm water, right next to the main coast road.
The sand is more golden than white. Fishing boats rest at the water's edge, and across the bay you can make out the island of Curieuse, which shields the cove from the open sea. Because the water is so shallow, many families with children come here. It rarely gets crowded, since most visitors drive straight past on their way to Anse Lazio. In return you get a glimpse of the fishermen's everyday life, and Anse Possession has little in common with the postcard beaches of some of its neighbours. If you are staying in one of the guesthouses or chalets on the bay, the beach is only a few steps away.
Getting there
By car
At the jetty in Baie Ste. Anne, turn right and head north. Follow the main road, which bends left towards the Côte d’Or (Anse Volbert). At the MCB bank keep left. The beach is near the Le Domaine de la Réserve hotel, which is about 1 km beyond this junction on the right-hand side of the road.
The hotel itself quotes around 10 minutes by car from the jetty in Baie Ste. Anne and around 20 minutes from the airport. A similar figure applies to Anse Possession. You park along the road beside the beach, and there is usually enough room. Leave your vehicle so that fishermen and oncoming traffic can still get past.
By bus
SPTC buses run along the coast between Baie Ste. Anne and the Côte d’Or. On weekdays they run roughly from 6 am to 7 pm, every 30 to 45 minutes, while at weekends and on public holidays service is minimal. Tell the driver where you are going so that he can drop you off at the right spot. You will find timetables and fares on the page Travelling by bus in the Seychelles and in the SPTC app, as the details change.
Swimming and snorkelling
The water is shallow and usually smooth, with a sandy bottom. Small children can paddle here happily. For snorkelling the cove is only of limited use: visitors report little to see underwater and recommend other beaches. Boat trips to the neighbouring islands offer better options, and you can read more under Diving and snorkelling.
A few visitors mention stinging sea creatures in the water in June and July, as well as sand fleas on untended stretches of shore. This is not a permanent state of affairs, but it is a reason to take a quick look at the water and the beach before you swim. The fact box at the top of the page shows which months are particularly calm.
Facilities
Anse Possession is not a beach with beach service. You will find shade mainly at the western end of the cove, under palms and other trees. It is also quieter there, while the fishermen tend to work at the other end of the bay. Do not expect sunbeds, showers or toilets on the beach. Bring water and sun protection with you.
Restaurants, bars and shops can be found nearby on the Côte d’Or, a few minutes away by car.
Tips and surroundings
Nearby you will find Anse Volbert / Côte d’Or with its restaurants and boat trips to Curieuse, as well as Anse Gouvernement and Anse Boudin. From there it is not far to Anse Lazio and, on foot from the car park at Anse Kerlan, to Anse Georgette. For an overview of the island, see the page on Praslin.
