Grand Anse

Grand Anse is a lovely destination to spend a day frolicking in the sun, with its picture-perfect beach and lack of visitors. You'll feel as if you're walking through powder rather than ground-up coral bits since the sand is so soft. Grand Anse, La Digue's longest beach, is breathtaking in its splendor, framed by huge granite rocks and supported by leaning palm palms. The only drawback is that their shade does not extend to the sand. As a result, there isn't much relief from the midday heat.

Most people associate Grand Anse with a wild beach. Rather than quiet, tranquil waves gently lapping the shore, you're more likely to come across a violent, crashing surf that reminds you who's truly in charge—Mother Nature. This is fantastic news for surfers, who may spend hours riding the waves in these choppy conditions. Swimmers should exercise particular caution, especially between April and October, when the southeast monsoon season is in full swing.

Insider's Tip: To get to this beautiful beach, most people ride their bikes upward. Reward yourself with a refreshing drink from the beach shack, which is also one of the few places with shade.

Location: La Digue