Making the most of La Dique
Use these notes to shape a realistic day ashore, then confirm any time-sensitive information for the date of your call.
Arriving at the port
The ship remains at anchor during a call at La Digue.
Carry the printable map with you.
Covering no more than four square miles, this small and beautiful neighbour of Praslin feels peacefully secluded. Open-air mini-taxis and larger multi-seat taxis are plentiful, but prices vary and visitors should watch for overcharging. The island has two centres on its west coast: tender passengers arrive at La Passe, while La Reunion is just half a mile south. Each has only a handful of dwellings, a few shops and bicycle-hire options.
From the tender landing, walking halfway around the island takes over 1 hour before the road ends. Return to port, then follow the road in the opposite direction for about 1 hour until that also ends, before retracing the route once more.
A magnificent coral reef encloses La Digue on every side except the south-east coast, helping it retain the appeal of an untouched world.
Getting around
The beaches are beautiful, but many are very rocky. Depending on the season, strong currents and undertow can make some unsuitable for swimming.
Money
The Seychelles rupee (SCR) is the island currency. ATMs usually offer the best exchange rates, although banks and airports also change money conveniently. 1 Euro equals 8 rupees.
Prices across Seychelles and La Digue are high.
Staying connected
Seychelles residents speak Creole, the official language, as well as English and French.
Opening Hours and
Shopping hours are Mon-Fri 0800-1700 and Sat 0800-1200. Some shops shut on weekdays from 1200-1300.