About Anse Grand Barbe
Anse Grand Barbe is another spectacular beach and one of the most scenic places to see on one side of Silhouette Island. Adorned with sparkling sand and azure water, this beach is an isolated one, making it ideal for romantic couples looking for seclusion and privacy. One can spot turtles on Grand Barbe Beach between November to February. The water current is high and strong here, not ideal for swimming and snorkeling. The marsh at the southern end of Grand Barbe is the largest natural marsh left in Seychelles. Other than the beach itself, visiting Silhouette island will give you the chance to visit its old village where a small community of 60 inhabitants once lived; today only three remain, as they lead secluded lives in the isolation of the stunning Grande Barbe Plateau. After a challenging hike, here adventurers can explore some of the dilapidated old buildings and possibly have an opportunity to meet the remaining locals, experience wild giant tortoises, explore one of the biggest mangrove forests in the country and relax on over 1km of white sand beach. During the peak hawksbill turtle nesting season (November to February) it is almost a given that you will encounter tracks along the beach with a good chance of witnessing a nesting female in action, especially around high tide.
