Praslin & La Digue

Le Vasseur Eco Resort

Le Vasseur Eco Resort, formerly Iles des Palmes, is an eco resort of 18 Creole-style beach bungalows at Anse Takamaka, towards the eastern end of Praslin. It sits on an old plantation of more than 180 acres and has an adults' pool, a children's pool, kayaking and the La Buse restaurant.

Last verified 16 September 2026

Resort in Anse Takamaka, Praslin

Where
Anse Takamaka, Praslin
Type
Resort, 18 rooms
Check-in and check-out
In from 2pm, out by 10am
Beach
Anse Takamakaa short walk away
To the airport
9.0 kmPraslin airport, in a straight line
To the ferry
2.2 kmBaie Sainte Anne jetty, in a straight line

Why stay here

Le Vasseur Eco Resort, formerly Iles des Palmes Eco Resort, occupies more than 180 acres of plantation land, rainforest, marsh and shoreline at Anse Takamaka. The resort says it is the second-largest establishment on Praslin by area, and it has focused on keeping the site's historical and heritage features.

The Seychelles Tourism Board listing describes 18 detached Creole-style bungalows in a garden a few metres from the beach. Family units have kitchens. The restaurant, Le Vasseur La Buse, serves Creole and international food.

There is a pool for adults and a separate pool for children, on a deck above the sea. Guests can kayak along the coast to nearby beaches.

Highlights

  • More than 180 acres of plantation, forest and coastline
  • 18 detached beach bungalows (Seychelles Tourism Board)
  • Adults' pool and children's pool on a deck over the sea
  • Le Vasseur La Buse restaurant
  • Kayaking and bicycle rental
  • Formerly Iles des Palmes Eco Resort

Rooms

The Seychelles Tourism Board listing describes 18 detached Creole-style beach bungalows of two types. Family units have kitchens. Rooms have air-conditioning.

Sleeps

  • Honeymoon Junior Suite

    Sleeps 2

    Detached 66 m² bungalow with a queen bed and air-conditioning. Bed and breakfast or half board.

  • One Bedroom Bungalow

    Sleeps 3

    Detached 66 m² ocean-facing bungalow with a double bed. The listing says it suits a family of up to three.

  • Two Bedroom Beachfront Bungalow

    Sleeps 4

    Detached 100 m² family unit with a living room and kitchenette. Self-catering, bed and breakfast or half board.

  • Three Bedroom Beachfront Bungalow

    Sleeps 5

    Detached 100 m² family unit with a living room and kitchenette. Self-catering, bed and breakfast or half board.

Facilities

  • Self-catering
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Bicycle hire
  • Airport transfer

Facilities include an adults' pool, a children's pool, kayaking, bicycle and car rental, glass-bottom boat and private boat trips, babysitting on request, baby cots, laundry, room service, parking and currency exchange. Wi-Fi in the lounge and internet in the bar and restaurant are paid extras, as are arrival and departure transfers.

Dining

Le Vasseur La Buse restaurant serves Creole and international food, and the resort has a bar with views over the sea.

Places to eat nearby

Distances are in a straight line from the property’s map position.

Beaches

The Seychelles Tourism Board listing says the bungalows are a few metres from the beach at Anse Takamaka.

Anse Takamaka
A short walk

Distances are in a straight line from the property’s map position.

Location

22232

Place to stay

Le Vasseur Eco Resort

Resort, Anse Takamaka

Map of Le Vasseur Eco Resort and nearby places to stayCoastline © OpenStreetMap contributors. Positions are approximate.
The 25 places on this map

The resort gives its address as Anse Takamaka. OpenStreetMap places it a short distance west of Villa Anse La Blague, towards the eastern end of Praslin.

Praslin Island Airport
9.0 km
Baie Sainte Anne jetty
2.2 km
Anse Takamaka beach
a few steps from the hotel
Pirate Cove
just around the corner from the hotel
Vallée de Mai
about 6 km

Airport and jetty distances are in a straight line; the road is longer. The others are as the property gives them.

Anse Takamaka, Praslin Island, Seychelles

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Before you book

Wi-Fi is charged and available in the lounge, bar and restaurant areas (resort website, checked 16 September 2026).

Questions

Where is Le Vasseur Eco Resort?
Le Vasseur Eco Resort is a resort at Anse Takamaka on Praslin, Seychelles. In a straight line it is 9.0 km from Praslin Island Airport and 2.2 km from Baie Sainte Anne jetty; the journey by road is longer.
What time is check-in and check-out at Le Vasseur Eco Resort?
Check-in is from 2pm and check-out is by 10am. Times can change, so confirm them with your booking.
Which beach is closest to Le Vasseur Eco Resort?
Anse Takamaka is a short walk away.
Does Le Vasseur Eco Resort have a swimming pool?
Yes, Le Vasseur Eco Resort has a pool.
Can you cook for yourself at Le Vasseur Eco Resort?
Yes. Le Vasseur Eco Resort is listed as self-catering.
Is there a restaurant at Le Vasseur Eco Resort?
Yes, Le Vasseur Eco Resort has a restaurant on site.
Which languages are spoken at Le Vasseur Eco Resort?
The property lists Creole, English, French, Italian and Greek.

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Sources

Details last verified 16 September 2026.