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The name “Anse Soleil” which is French, translates to English as “Sunshine Beach”, perfect for an unforgettable island holiday.
Anse Soleil is a beautiful, bright bay with gorgeous golden sand and turquoise-blue water. It is a popular destination among tourists. One of the reasons for the popularity of this beach is the availability of accommodations there.
The beach is not over-crowded, and you can find a suitable private spot for yourself and your family.
Anse Soleil is a truly stunning little beach. It is more than capable of holding its own against what else the country has to offer. In fact, the scenery here rivals any beach you could imagine, with beautiful white sand and crystal-clear water, making it well worth a visit during your Seychelles holiday.
Anse Soleil Beachcomber is the only hotel in this beach. Mango House Seychelles, Pineapple Beach Villas, My Paradise, Holiday Home, and Red Coconut Self Catering are other accommodations nearby.
Anse Soleil Beachcomber, a small family-owned hotel set in lush tropical surrounds with an unspoiled beach only metres away, is a hidden gem in the idyllic destination of Seychelles. It is located in the district of Baie Lazare on the Southwest coast of Mahe Island.
There are five standard rooms, all with a direct view onto the bay and beach which is just steps away.
Each room has its own veranda with chairs and coffee table. The rooms are all well equipped with air-conditioning, a ceiling fan, a safe box, a small refrigerator, tea and coffee making facilities, free WIFI and cable television. Each room has a bathroom with a shower, wash basin and toilet. The bathroom is stocked with complimentary toiletries.
There are four self-catering chalets, located on a small hill above the main hotel overlooking the bay of Anse Soleil. Each chalet has a private veranda furnished with chairs and coffee table.
The chalets are all equipped with air-conditioning in the bedroom, a ceiling fan in both the bedroom and the living area, a safe box, and free WIFI and cable television.
The chalets are best suited for those who want to do their own cooking. Each chalet has an open plan kitchenette that is equipped with a gas cooker and oven, a refrigerator, a microwave, cooking utensils and tea and coffee making facilities.
There are six villas, each with their own private pool. The villas are perched on a slope and set in a lush tropical garden. One of the villas has two bed rooms, that can accommodate four adults, and other villas have one bed room. The villa rooms are all equipped with air-conditioning, ceiling fan, a safe box, a small refrigerator, tea and coffee making facilities, free WIFI and cable television. The bathroom has a hairdryer and is stocked with complimentary toiletries.
Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast is served only for the residents, but lunch and dinner can be enjoyed by non-resident visitors to the beach.
Nid d’Aigle (meaning: ‘The Eagle’s Nest’) is one of the most visited places on La Digue island. A four-kilometer hike goes up to the highest point (333 meters)of the Nid d’Aigle. From there you get a panoramic view of La Digue beaches, Praslin, Felicité, Marianne, the sea, and nearby islands.
You can take one of the many tour packages available or you can hike yourself. You will also get cultural, botanical, and geographical sights. You will trek through the soft forest floor, granite, and reddish earth. When passing through the forest, you may be able to pick some fresh fruits like Mangoes, Oranges, Golden Apples, and Custard fruits, if they are in season. On your way, you will see creatures up to 30 cm long, including the giant millipede, snails, bugs, and spiders on both sides of the path. You will also see typical plants from this area like cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemongrass.
There is minimal shade available along the trek, therefore it is better to start early in the morning to avoid the sun and heat. You may carry a bottle of water as the journey is dehydrating. A hat also may help.
On the way up near the top there is a cafeteria called Snack Bellevue. After this restaurant, there are only a fifteen minutes walk left.
If you have a mobility problem you can take a taxi up to halfway to the top.
For the return journey, you can either take the same route that you used to climb or walk in the northerly direction. This will go through a number of small footpaths down to the main path and then the valley below. The journey up will take one-and-a-half hours and the return journey will also take about the same amount of time.
Halfway down you may get another panoramic view of “Petite Anse”, and “Grand Anse”.
Down below you will see the fine beaches and turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Those who do snorkeling here will get a treasure trove of marine life. Nid d’Aigle is also a terminus that takes you from La Fayet through the slopes of Mont Blanc. It takes about 45 minutes to get here offering scenic views en route.
La Digue has a tropical climate around the year with high humidity and occasional rain. The hottest period is from March to June. You may also want to avoid the rainy season from November to March as the paths may be slippery.
Nid’Aigle Lodge is a private accommodation in a beautiful garden setting, with private parking. The lodge is just by the side of the beach. The lodge is located in Praslin which is 15 minutes drive from the airport. There are groceries and restaurants nearby. European or American breakfast is available on request.
The units have air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, an electric teapot, a shower, free toiletries, and a closet. All rooms have a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while selected rooms will provide a kitchen with an oven. All guest rooms come with a seating area.
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