Tourterelle Holiday Home
Your Island Paradise
There is a reason people come to Praslin and find it hard to leave. Grand Anse is Praslin at its most unhurried: a village on the island's south-west coast where life moves at the pace of the tide and the days feel longer than anywhere else on Earth. Tourterelle Holiday Home sits at the heart of it, 150 metres from the beach and five minutes from the airport.
One of the World's Most Beautiful Beaches
The beach stretches for nearly two kilometres, framed by the granite outcrops and swaying casuarina trees that define the Seychellois landscape. The water is warm, clear, and the particular shade of turquoise that appears on postcards and is then dismissed as colour correction — until you see it in person.
The surf at Grand Anse has more energy than the calmer northern beaches, giving it a wilder, more elemental feel that many visitors find even more beautiful than the famous Anse Lazio. On weekday mornings you may have long stretches of it almost to yourself — no jetties, no parasol vendors, no hawkers. Just sand, sea, and the occasional fishing pirogue pulled up at the waterline.
150 metres from our front door.
Most international visitors arrive at Mahé's Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) in Victoria. From Mahé, there are two ways to reach Praslin:
Cat Rose / Cat Coco
The inter-island ferry runs several times daily between Victoria's ferry terminal on Mahé and Baie Sainte Anne Jetty on Praslin's east coast. The journey takes approximately 60 minutes and offers beautiful views of the archipelago.
Baie Sainte Anne Jetty is 9 km from Tourterelle — complimentary jetty transfer when you book direct.
Air Seychelles / charter — approx. 15 minutes
The short domestic flight from Mahé to Praslin Airport (PRI) offers stunning aerial views of the islands. Praslin Airport is one of the most relaxed arrivals experiences in the world — a small, open-sided terminal where your bags appear in minutes.
Praslin Airport is just 2 km from Tourterelle — complimentary airport transfer for all direct bookings.
| Destination | Distance | Travel time |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Anse Beach | 150 m | 2-min walk |
| Praslin Airport (PRI) | 2 km | 5-min drive |
| Baie Sainte Anne Jetty | 9 km | 15-min drive |
| Vallée de Mai (UNESCO) | 5 km | 10-min drive |
| Anse Lazio Beach | 14 km | 20-min drive |
| Anse Volbert / Côte d'Or | 10 km | 15-min drive |
| Anse Georgette | 17 km | 25-min drive |
| Grand Anse Supermarket | 0.5 km | 5-min walk |
A rental car from Explorer Cars puts all of Praslin within easy reach.
From world-class beaches and UNESCO forests to big game fishing and sunset viewpoints — Praslin rewards every type of traveller.
UNESCO World Heritage Site
This ancient palm forest is home to the legendary coco de mer — the largest seed in the plant kingdom. The forest is primeval and atmospheric, the light filtering through enormous fan palms in columns of green and gold. The endemic black parrot, Praslin's unofficial mascot, nests here and can often be heard calling from the canopy.
5 km · 10-min drive
A Beach That Lives Up to the Hype
Consistently ranked among the finest beaches on the planet. Sheltered by granite boulders at each end, the beach faces north-west, giving it exceptional snorkelling conditions along the rocky margins. Aim to visit early or late in the afternoon for the best experience.
14 km · 20-min drive
Reef, turtles, and reef fish
The reef systems accessible from Anse Volbert beach support healthy coral gardens, sea turtles, and a rich variety of reef fish. The calm, clear water makes it suitable for all ages. Also the departure point for boat trips to Curieuse Island and St Pierre Islet.
10 km · 15-min drive
Walking trails through native forest
A network of walking trails through native forest, ranging from easy half-hour walks to full-day hikes with views across the island and sea. One of the best places to spot coco de mer palms growing in the wild, with exceptional birdlife throughout.
From 3 km
Curieuse and La Digue
Curieuse Island is home to a large population of free-roaming Aldabra giant tortoises. La Digue, famous for Anse Source d'Argent, is reachable by ferry from Baie Sainte Anne in around 30 minutes. We can help arrange boat excursions directly.
By ferry from Baie Sainte Anne
World-class blue water fishing
The waters around Praslin are among the world's premier big game fishing grounds. Yellowfin tuna, wahoo, sailfish, marlin, and dogtooth tuna are all present. Half-day and full-day charter trips can be arranged through Tourterelle.
Depart from Praslin
An entirely different souvenir
Seychellois cuisine is a rich fusion of African, French, Indian, and Chinese influences built around fresh seafood, coconut, turmeric, and lemongrass. A Creole cooking class offers a lasting way to experience the island's culture. Ask us to recommend a local class, or try our optional Creole dinner (EUR 15 per person).
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The finest sunset spot in the archipelago
Anse Georgette sits at the far north-western tip of Praslin, accessible by boat or walking trail. Its north-west facing position makes it one of the finest sunset viewing spots in the entire archipelago. The sky turns shades of apricot, rose, and deep violet over the horizon.
17 km · 25-min drive
Tourterelle Holiday Home
St. Joseph Road, Grand Anse, Praslin, Seychelles
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St. Joseph Road, Grand Anse, Praslin, Seychelles
Phone: +248 2 713 772 · WhatsApp: +248 4 233 311
Praslin enjoys a tropical climate year-round with temperatures consistently between 24°C and 31°C. The two main seasons are the north-west monsoon (November to March), which brings warmer, calmer seas to the south-west beaches including Grand Anse, and the south-east trade winds (May to October), which make Grand Anse breezier and more dramatic while calming the northern beaches. April and October are shoulder-season transition months, often offering excellent conditions across the whole island. There is truly no bad time to visit — only different kinds of beautiful.
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