Home Search by budget Destinations Beaches Interactive map Services Booking Collections Ratings VIP Club
Find flights Book transfer
Home / Beaches / Anse Takamaka

Anse Takamaka

Пляж Анс-Такамака
Seychelles · Beach · Baie Sainte Anne
high
Best month: April

Best for

Ideal for couples and snorkelling enthusiasts seeking a scenic beach with golden sand and crystal-clear water. Suitable for those who want to enjoy sunsets. Not suitable for families with small children due to strong waves.

Best month

April

Water
+28.0°C
Length
500 m
Anse Takamaka is a scenic cove on the southwest coast of Praslin, surrounded by takamaka trees. Calm water and fine sand make it an excellent spot for swimming, and the less developed infrastructure preserves a wild nature atmosphere.
Surface
sand
Waves
moderate
Entry
gentle
Description Pros & Cons Best For Features Beach & Entry Water & Waves Swim Season Safety Infrastructure Vibe Nature Activities Tips Nearby
Description
General information about the beach
Anse Takamaka is a scenic cove on the southwest coast of Praslin, surrounded by takamaka trees. Calm water and fine sand make it an excellent spot for swimming, and the less developed infrastructure preserves a wild nature atmosphere.
Pros and cons
Main advantages and disadvantages

Pros

  • Scenic beach
  • Golden sand
  • Crystal-clear water
  • Rich marine life
  • Beachfront restaurant
  • Exceptional sunsets

Cons

  • Strong waves
  • Limited infrastructure
  • No lifeguards
  • Little shade
Best for
Who this beach is ideal for
Ideal for couples and snorkelling enthusiasts seeking a scenic beach with golden sand and crystal-clear water. Suitable for those who want to enjoy sunsets. Not suitable for families with small children due to strong waves.
Features
What makes this beach unique
A scenic beach with golden sand, surrounded by granite boulders and takamaka trees. Rich marine life: fish, rays, turtles.
Beach & Entry
Surface, sand, water entry and bottom
Surface Type
Main surface type
sand
Sand Color
Main sand colour
golden
Sand Texture
Grain size
fine
Water Entry
How steep the drop-off is
gentle
Shallow Distance
Metres to waist-deep water
10 m
Bottom Type
Main bottom type
mixed
Water Shoes
Whether special footwear is needed
recommended
Beach Length
Beach length in metres
500 m
Water & Waves
Colour, clarity, temperature and waves
Water Colour
turquoise
Water Clarity
high
Underwater Visibility
10.0 m
Average Water Temp
+28.0 °C
Max Water Temp
+30.0 °C
Wave Type
moderate
Wave Height
0.5 m
Swim Season
When the swimming season starts and ends
Season start
October November
Season end
April May
Best month
April
Safety
Currents, water quality, dangerous creatures, hospital
Rip Currents
Likelihood of rip currents
moderate
Water Quality
Water purity rating
excellent
Jellyfish Risk
Likelihood of jellyfish
low
Shark Risk
Likelihood of sharks
low
Crime Level
Overall safety level
safe
Hospital Distance
Kilometres to hospital
15.0 km
What exactly is dangerous
No serious threats.
Dangerous creatures
sea urchins
stingrays
Insurance & Connectivity
Get travel insurance and mobile internet before your trip
Travel insurance
EKTA — international coverage
Get insured
Visitor insurance
VisitorsCoverage — for travelers
Get insured
Flight compensation
AirHelp — claim for delayed flights
Claim
Flight compensation
Compensair — EU flight claims
Claim
eSIM for travel
Airalo — mobile internet worldwide
Connect
eSIM without roaming
Yesim — 190+ countries
Connect
eSIM for travelers
Saily — affordable data abroad
Connect
Infrastructure
Amenities on and near the beach
Sunbeds
No
Umbrellas
No
Showers
No
Toilets
Yes
Changing Rooms
No
Lifeguards
No
First Aid
No
Parking
Yes
Wi-Fi
No
Kids Playground
No
Sports Ground
No
Restaurants Nearby
1 pcs
Best restaurants

Chez Batista

Creole

Beachfront restaurant with fresh fish and Creole cuisine

Nearby cuisines

Creole

Creole cuisine with seafood at Chez Batista restaurant

Must try: Fresh fish, octopus curry, coconut desserts
Vibe
Energy, crowd, silence and sunsets
Energy
calm
Crowd Level
uncrowded
Silence Level
quiet
Sunset Quality
exceptional
Nature
Trees and natural shade
Trees on Beach
Yes
Natural Shade
much
Activities
Snorkelling, diving, surfing, kayaking
Snorkeling
Yes
Diving
No
Surfing
Yes
Kayaking / SUP
No
Tips
What to bring, best time, local rules
What to Bring
SPF50+ cream Water Towel Swimsuit Water shoes Cash Snorkel mask
Best Time to Swim
April-May and October-November when the water is calm. In the evening — exceptional sunsets.
Local Rules
Be careful when swimming due to strong waves. Do not leave rubbish.
Getting there & Car rental
Flights, transfers and car rental to reach the beach
Flights
Find the best flight deals
Find flights
Airport transfer
Meet & greet, fixed price, 24/7
Book transfer
International transfer
GetTransfer — worldwide transfers
Book
Transfers worldwide
intui.travel — group & private
Book
Car rental
DiscoverCars — rent worldwide
Rent a car
Car rental
QEEQ — compare rental prices
Rent a car
Car rental
GetRentacar — 100+ countries
Rent a car
Car rental
Economybookings — low-cost rental
Rent a car
Car rental in Europe
AutoEurope — EU & UK
Rent a car
Bikes & scooters
BikesBooking — rent motorbikes
Rent
Local car rental
Localrent — direct from local providers
Rent a car
Nearby
Attractions and places near the beach

Anse Intendance

Neighbouring scenic beach with strong waves, popular for surfing

Anse Royale

Popular beach with developed infrastructure, 5 km from Anse Takamaka

Plantation Club

Historic hotel and restaurant in colonial style, 3 km from the beach

Where to stay
Hotels and apartments near the beach
Frequently asked questions
Anse Takamaka: what is the water like at this beach?
At this beach, water colour — turquoise, clarity high, average temperature +28.0°C, warms up to +30.0°C in the warmest season. Check the exact temperature by month in the chart section.
Anse Takamaka: what are the waves like and is it safe to swim?
Waves at this beach are — moderate. Average wave height — 0.5 m.
Anse Takamaka: what is the water entry and bottom like?
Water entry is — gentle. The shallow area extends for 10 metres from the shore. Bottom — mixed. It is recommended to bring aqua shoes — parts of the bottom have rocks or corals. The gentle slope is safe for children and inexperienced swimmers.
Anse Takamaka: what kind of sand and surface does the beach have?
Beach surface — sand. Sand colour — golden. Texture — fine. Beach length — 500 metres.
Anse Takamaka: when is the swimming season?
The swimming season starts in October, November. It ends in April, May. The best month for a holiday is April. This is when the water is warmest and the weather is most comfortable.
Anse Takamaka: is it safe to swim?
Water quality is rated as excellent. Rip currents are likely — swim only in designated areas. Jellyfish risk — low. Shark risk — low. Always watch for warning signs and follow lifeguards instructions.
Anse Takamaka: which dangerous creatures live in the water?
The water contains: sea urchins, stingrays. We recommend wearing protective footwear, not touching marine life and taking care when entering the water.
Anse Takamaka: what infrastructure is available on the beach?
The beach offers: toilets, parking. All amenities are listed in the "Infrastructure" section above.
Anse Takamaka: are there lifeguards and a first aid station?
There are no lifeguards on the beach — be especially careful when swimming.
Anse Takamaka: where can I eat near the beach?
Popular places nearby: Chez Batista. Cuisines available: Creole. See the "Infrastructure" section for details.
Anse Takamaka: what should I bring to the beach?
We recommend bringing: SPF50+ cream, Water, Towel, Swimsuit, Water shoes, Cash, Snorkel mask.
Anse Takamaka: when is the best time to swim?
April-May and October-November when the water is calm. In the evening — exceptional sunsets.
Anse Takamaka: what are the rules and restrictions on the beach?
Be careful when swimming due to strong waves. Do not leave rubbish.
Anse Takamaka: what activities are available?
The beach offers: snorkelling, surfing. See the "Activities" section above for details.
Anse Takamaka: who is this beach best for?
Ideal for couples and snorkelling enthusiasts seeking a scenic beach with golden sand and crystal-clear water. Suitable for those who want to enjoy sunsets. Not suitable for families with small children due to strong waves.
Anse Takamaka: what makes this beach unique?
A scenic beach with golden sand, surrounded by granite boulders and takamaka trees. Rich marine life: fish, rays, turtles.
Anse Takamaka: what are the pros and cons of the beach?
Pros: Scenic beach, Golden sand, Crystal-clear water, Rich marine life, Beachfront restaurant, Exceptional sunsets. Cons: Strong waves, Limited infrastructure, No lifeguards, Little shade.
Anse Takamaka: what is near the beach?
Nearby you can visit: Anse Intendance, Anse Royale, Plantation Club. Detailed descriptions in the "Nearby" section above.
Anse Takamaka: how do I get to the city of Baie Sainte Anne?
The beach is located near the city of Baie Sainte Anne. Full information about the city — hotels, restaurants, attractions, transport — is available on the city page for Baie Sainte Anne.

City

Baie Sainte Anne

Full information about the city: prices, hotels, attractions.

Best month

April

Useful information

Country: Seychelles
Type: Beach
Coordinates: -4.328900, 55.752100

Other beaches in Baie Sainte Anne