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Voykit pocket guide · Seychelles
La Digue
Spend 2–3 days on La Digue to see Anse Source d'Argent, L'Union Estate and Veuve Reserve; a day‑trip works if you’re short on time.
La Digue is a small, bike‑friendly island where the main attractions – the iconic Anse Source d'Argent beach, historic L'Union Estate and the Veuve Natural Reserve – are within a short ride of each other. Two to three days let you explore comfortably, while a single day works for a quick highlight visit.
- Country
- Seychelles
- Best months
- Apr–May, Oct–Nov
- Avoid
- Jan–Feb (windy seas, fewer ferry slots)
- Stay
- 2–3 nights
Checked 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change; anything marked (check) is not confirmed.
Essentials
- Currency
- SCR
- Money
- Currency is the Seychelles rupee (SCR). Cards work in hotels, most restaurants and larger shops; carry rupees for small shops, buses and bicycle hire on La Digue.
- Daily spend
- Budget SCR 30–45 excl. bed · Mid SCR 45–70 excl. bed · High SCR 70+ excl. bed (estimate; check)
- SIM and data
- Airtel and Cable & Wireless sell SIMs at the airport and in Victoria.
- Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance 999
- Plugs
- Types G · 240 V · 50 Hz · UK three-pin sockets.
- Tipping
- Restaurant: Service often included; round up.; Boat crew or guide: €5–10 per person.
- Water
- Tap water is treated on Mahé and Praslin; many visitors drink bottled or filtered.
- Toilets
- Western toilets; few public toilets at beaches.
What things cost
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Bike rental (full day) | €10 |
| Taxi (short ride to beach) | €30–48 |
| Ferry (Cat Cocos, Mahé ↔ La Digue) | €45–70 (check) |
| L'Union Estate entry | SCR 150 |
| Meal at a local take‑away | €8–12 |
Desk estimates, checked 2026-09; check locally.
Get in
By air
- SEZ · Seychelles International Airport
- Main gateway on Mahé; 45 min ferry to La Digue
Typical fares
- Cat Cocos ferry Mahé → La Digue
- ≈ €45–70, 1 h 30 min (check)
- Bike rental (per day)
- €10
- Taxi to beach (one way)
- €30–48
Show 7 more sections and the pocket cardHideGet around, See and do, Sleep, Phrase card, Etiquette, safety and scams, One and two days, Sources, Pocket card
Get around
Bike rental is the main mode – about €10 per day. Taxis cost €30‑48 per trip or €90 for a half‑day; ox‑cart rides are available near the jetty. No car rentals.
See and do
Known for
- Anse Source d'Argent beach
- L'Union Estate historic plantation
- Veuve Natural Reserve
Day trips
| Where | How | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Praslin (Coco de Mer) | Inter Island Ferry from La Passe to Praslin, ~15 min | ≈1 h total |
Sleep
- Chateau St Cloud
- Colonial‑style hotel in the centre of La Digue; limited rooms, book early.
- La Digue Island Lodge
- Secluded resort near Anse Source d'Argent; 8‑min walk to Veuve Reserve.
- Le Repaire Hotel
- Small beachfront hotel close to jetty, shops and bike hire.
Phrase card
| English | Say or show |
|---|---|
| Excuse me / Sorry | Pardon |
| Thank you | Mèsi |
| How much is it? | Konbyen sa koute? |
| Can I pay by card? | Eske mwen kapab peye ak kat? |
| Where is the toilet? | Ki kote twalèt la? |
| I need a bike rental | Mwen bezwen lwe yon bisiklèt |
Etiquette, safety and scams
Etiquette
- Greeting: 'Bonzour' and a handshake; avoid: Rushing people — island pace
- Dress: Cover up in shops and churches; avoid: Swimwear in Victoria
- Photos: Ask before photographing people; avoid: Drones over resorts
Scams and watch-outs
- Taxi fares are high; confirm price before boarding.
- Ferry schedules can change; book seats in advance, especially for Cat Cocos.
- Some beach paths are steep and slippery; wear sturdy shoes.
La Digue is generally safe; watch for strong currents at exposed beaches and keep valuables locked in accommodation.
One and two days
No timed day plan for La Digue yet. Suggested stay: 2–3 nights. Build a day from the list below, mornings for the big sight.
- Anse Source d'Argent beach
- L'Union Estate historic plantation
- Veuve Natural Reserve
Sources
Written by Voykit; facts cross-checked against these sources, last desk check 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change: check on the day.
- Inter Island Ferry schedule: www.iif-catrose.com/
- Wikivoyage: La Digue, revision 5153063 (CC BY-SA 4.0): en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?oldid=5153063
Pocket card
Cut along the border and keep it in your wallet. Show the local-script lines to a driver.
La Digue
Pou adrès sa a, souple
To this address, please
My hotel (write the name and address in the local script)
- Police, fire, ambulance999
Voykit · checked 2026-09
Printed from Voykit (/la-digue). Written by Voykit; checked 2026-09. Estimates only: confirm prices, hours and entry rules on the day.