PAUSE & DRIVE: DISCOVER 🌴 Pause The Moment: 3 Days in Praslin (Self-Drive Itinerary)
Upon arrival at Praslin Airport, you’ll be greeted by the
warm island breeze and stunning views. Once you’ve collected your baggage,
proceed to the car rental representative waiting at the arrival gate (look for
a signboard with your name or the company name).
Your self-drive car will be handed over directly at the
airport. A short handover process will include:
Vehicle inspection
Brief on driving rules and map overview
Contact details for any assistance during your trip
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Start your journey with ease – your Praslin adventure begins the moment you
take the wheel!
Recommended Vehicle: Compact SUV or hatchback
Best Time: Morning starts to make the most of beaches and daylight
Visit Vallée de Mai
Nature Reserve (UNESCO site)
Duration: 1.5–2 hours
Spot the rare Coco de Mer palms and black parrots
Small hike, so wear comfortable shoes
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Lunch
Café des Arts (Côte d’Or Beach) – Chic beachfront spot
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Afternoon
Côte d’Or Beach (Anse Volbert)
Swim, sunbathe, enjoy water sports
Optional: rent kayaks or paddleboards
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Evening
Sunset at Anse La Blague – quiet and romantic
Dinner at Les Lauriers Restaurant – BBQ & Creole buffet
DAY 2: WEST COAST ADVENTURE + HIDDEN BEACHES
🌞 Morning
Grand Anse – walk the long stretch of beach
Drive to Anse Lazio – one of the world’s most beautiful
beaches
Arrive early to get easy parking
Relax, swim, snorkel, or sip coconut water
🍴 Lunch
Bonbon Plume – beachfront restaurant at Anse Lazio
🌊 Afternoon
Drive to Anse Georgette
Access through Constance Lemuria Resort (you must pre-book)
Hidden beach with dramatic cliffs and turquoise water
🌅 Evening
Return drive along the coastal road
Optional: sunset at Grand Anse viewpoint
Dinner at Coco Rouge (local Creole cuisine in Baie Sainte
Anne)
DAY 3: ISLAND HOPPING OR CHILL + LOCAL CULTURE
Option A – Island Hopping Day
Park your car and take a boat tour to Curieuse Island + St.
Pierre
See Aldabra giant tortoises
BBQ lunch included on Curieuse
Snorkel at St. Pierre Island
🍴 Farewell Dinner
Dine at Ristorante da Luca or a beach picnic with local
takeout under the stars
DAY 4: CHECK
OUT AND PROCEED TO AIRPORT – FAREWELL FROM PRASLIN
As your beautiful journey on Praslin comes to an end, please ensure you return
your self-drive vehicle at the Praslin Airport.
