La Digue Island has much more to offer than relaxation! Take some time to experience the natural beauty of wildflowers in full bloom, explore stunning forest trails on foot or mountain bike, or take a plunge beneath the waves and discover a cocophany of color and life.

La Digue lies 43 km from Mahe and 6 km from Praslin. It is a superb island with huge pink granite boulders overlooking beautiful beaches of pure white sand. Huts nestle among the trees, rubbing shoulders with a remarkable flora and fauna. It is a destination straight out of a dream for those who want to get away from it all for a few days.

On our island, life is easy. English, Creole and French are spoken. Explore the culture of the island and find interesting, good-to-know-before-you-go information. Read about our culture and the Spanish invaders, pirates, British Colonialists, West Africans and local folk who have all been part of our interesting history. Learn a little about being La Digueois.