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Anse Kerlan
ℹ️Practical info — Anse Kerlan
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
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💡 Tips
- Between October and February, you might be lucky enough to see sea turtles nesting on the beach.
- Exercise caution when swimming as the currents on the northwest coast of Praslin can be very strong.
- Enjoy one of the most spectacular sunsets on the island with views of Cousin and Cousine islands.
- Be prepared for some aircraft noise, as the island's small domestic airport is very close by.
- Book your accommodation early, as this area is renowned for its peace and exclusivity.
🍽 Food
In beachside eateries, the fish is often freshly caught and prepared with Creole herbs.
A refreshing side dish widely available, especially during the peak harvest season.
Often found at small roadside stalls along the coastal path.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Small stands often sell hand-painted pareos and local artisanal crafts.
Look for the colorful carts offering fresh papayas and bananas along the road.
Particularly in the early morning, it's a place of absolute quiet and seclusion.
The trails along the edge of the Lemuria golf course offer lush greenery and tranquility.
Water temperature…
Anse Kerlan lies at the northwestern tip of Praslin and is one of the quietest stretches of coast on the island. The long fine sandy beach is punctuated by offshore granite boulders and is one of the most important nesting grounds in the inner Seychelles for the hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata). During the season from October to February, female turtles come ashore at night to lay their eggs in the sand under the strict supervision of the conservation authorities. To the west, Anse Kerlan borders the exclusive Constance Lemuria Resort, which hosts the only 18-hole golf course in the Seychelles. Thanks to its western orientation, the beach features spectacular sunsets with views over the open sea. Surf can be strong during the southeast monsoon season, attracting surfers and experienced swimmers. Behind the beach lie small Creole farms and coconut plantations representing one of the last preserved plantation structures on Praslin.
- Location: Seychelles
- Top sights: Petite Anse Kerlan · Anse Kerlan · Nice viewpoint of Petit Anse Kerlan
- Nearby: Cote d'Or (7 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 27 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 |
| Rain mm | 207 | 109 | 106 | 115 | 94 | 80 | 55 | 62 | 108 | 117 | 124 | 164 |
Geography
Facts
- Anse Kerlan is home to the only 18-hole championship golf course on Praslin.
- The area is a designated protected nesting ground for Hawksbill sea turtles.
- Significant coastal erosion led to the construction of rock groynes along the shore.
- The Praslin domestic airport is located just south of the Anse Kerlan area.
- Turtle nesting activity is monitored by conservationists from October to January.
- The coastline features three distinct sandy coves separated by granite ridges.
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Sights in the town Anse Kerlan (7)
Anse Georgette
Secluded sandy beach on Praslin, lined with palm trees and rocks.
Viewpoint 1 Anse Georgette
First viewpoint above Anse Georgette, overlooking the beach and sea.
Roche Grand Maman
Large granite boulder on the coast, a prominent natural landmark.
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