Anse Cocos
Reached only on foot from Grand Anse
- Beach
About Anse Cocos
Anse Cocos is on La Digue's east coast, beyond Grand Anse and Petite Anse, and you can reach it only on foot. The path from Grand Anse climbs over the headland to Petite Anse, then continues to Anse Cocos; wear proper shoes and carry water, as there are no facilities on the way.
The tourism board says there are still some strong currents at Anse Cocos, and the FCDO warns that east-coast beaches are dangerous during the south-east winds, roughly May to September. Treat it as a walk with a view rather than a swim. Go in the morning, before the heat, and allow time to walk back to your bike at Grand Anse.
Good to know
- Type
- Beach
- Best for
- Hiking, Beach walks, Scenery
Best time to visit
Mornings; roughest in the south-east trades (May–September)
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© Photo by Datingscout on Unsplash Grand Anse (La Digue)
A wide beach facing the open ocean on La Digue's east coast; the tourism board warns of an extremely strong undertow, so admire it rather than swim.
© Photo by iMike Stettler on Unsplash Anse Source d'Argent
A shallow west-coast beach of rounded granite boulders on La Digue, reached only through L'Union Estate, which charges an entry fee.
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