Praslin & La Digue

Anse Cimitière

A small, reef-sheltered beach on Praslin's south coast, partly in front of Coco de Mer Hotel and Black Parrot Suites. Calm, shallow water for families, snorkelling and windsurfing; seaweed from May to October. Bus stop on the road nearby.

Last verified 16 September 2026

The beach

Anse Cimitière lies within the wider bay of Anse Bois de Rose on Praslin's south coast. SeyVillas describes a beach of about 350 m in two sections separated by rocks: one in front of Coco de Mer Hotel and Black Parrot Suites, popular with its guests, and another that sees far fewer people. Badamier and takamaka trees give shade.

Getting there

There is a bus stop on the road near the hotel and limited roadside parking. SeyVillas suggests checking at hotel reception whether you may use the section in front of the hotel.

In the water

An offshore coral reef shelters the bay, keeping the water calm and shallow, which SeyVillas describes as suitable for families. It also rates the beach good for snorkelling and windsurfing, with equipment for hire nearby. SeyVillas reports seaweed from May to October.

Facilities

SeyVillas says snorkelling and windsurfing gear can be rented nearby; no separate public facilities are described.

Best for

  • Families wanting calm, shallow water (SeyVillas)
  • Snorkelling and windsurfing (SeyVillas)

Getting there

Bus stop on the road near the hotel; limited parking by the road (SeyVillas). SeyVillas advises checking at the hotel's reception whether you may use the section in front of the hotel.

Facilities

Coco de Mer Hotel and Black Parrot Suites beside the beach; snorkelling and windsurfing equipment can be rented nearby; shade from badamier and takamaka trees (SeyVillas).

Swimming

Calm, shallow water protected by an offshore coral reef, family-friendly; seaweed present from May to October (SeyVillas).

Snorkelling

Good for snorkelling, with equipment for hire nearby (SeyVillas).

Map of Anse Cimitière

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Anse Cimitière

Map of Anse Cimitière with nearby beaches and places to stayCoastline © OpenStreetMap contributors. Positions are approximate.
The 17 places on this map

Places to stay near Anse Cimitière

  • Coco de Mer Hotel & Black Parrot Suites

    Hotel in Anse Bois de Rose, Praslin

    Coco de Mer Hotel & Black Parrot Suites is a hotel on an estate of more than 80 hectares at Anse Bois de Rose on Praslin's south-west coast. It has an over-ocean pool, a spa under the pool terrace, free guided nature walks and the Black Parrot Suites, a wing closed to children under 14.

    • Beachfront
    • Families
    • Pool
    • Spa
    Check availability on Booking.com

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  • Villa St Sauveur

    Villa in Anse Takamaka / Anse St Sauveur, Praslin

    A four-bedroom self-catering family villa for up to eight guests on Praslin's quiet south-west coast, between Anse St Sauveur and Anse Takamaka. The owners say the beach is 30 metres from the gate.

    • Beachfront
    • Families
    • Self-catering

  • Nid'Aigle Lodge

    Self-catering in Anse Consolation, Praslin

    Three self-catering units in a large garden at Anse Consolation, on Praslin's southern tip: a studio apartment, a studio villa and a three-bedroom main house. The owners run the property, and the beach is a short walk away.

    • Self-catering
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  • Bonnen Kare Guest House

    Villa in Anse Consolation, Praslin

    A four-bedroom self-catering house directly on Anse Consolation beach, Praslin, with a large terrace over the Indian Ocean and granite rocks, and a hostess who can cook local dishes.

    • Beachfront
    • Families
    • Self-catering
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  • Sea Splash Self Catering

    Self-catering in Anse Consolation, Praslin

    A small group of self-catering suites across the road from Anse Consolation on Praslin's south-east coast, several with sea views. Units range from one-bedroom suites for two to a two-bedroom family suite for four.

    • Couples
    • Families
    • Self-catering
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  • La Petite Maison

    Villa in Anse Consolation, Praslin

    La Petite Maison is a one-bedroom self-catering villa with a small private pool on the coast at Anse Consolation, in south-east Praslin. SeyVillas suggests hiring a car here.

    • Beachfront
    • Couples
    • Self-catering
    • Pool
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  • Peax Villa

    Villa in Anse St Sauveur, Praslin

    A three-bedroom self-catering villa for up to six guests beside the beach at Anse St Sauveur on Praslin's south coast. It has a large front porch looking over the beach and sea.

    • Beachfront
    • Self-catering

  • La Pointe Beach Huts

    Chalet in Anse St Sauveur, Praslin

    La Pointe Beach Huts is a complex of six self-catering chalets, suites and a studio near Anse St Sauveur on Praslin's quiet south coast, some with private pools, with bicycle hire and a honeymoon package.

    • Honeymoon
    • Couples
    • Families
    • Self-catering
    Check availability on Booking.com

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  • Yasad Luxury Beach Residence

    Apartment in Anse St Sauveur, Praslin

    Six self-catering apartments on Praslin's south coast at Anse St Sauveur, with the beach just across a quiet coastal road. Units run from a one-bedroom studio to three-bedroom apartments, and the owners say they are serviced daily.

    • Beachfront
    • Couples
    • Families
    • Self-catering
    Check availability on Booking.com

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Where to stay on Praslin

Questions

Can non-guests use the beach in front of Coco de Mer Hotel?
SeyVillas suggests checking at hotel reception before using the section in front of the hotel. The other section, beyond the rocks, is less visited.
When is there seaweed at Anse Cimitière?
SeyVillas reports seaweed from May to October.

Sources

Details last verified 16 September 2026.