Landmark
Anse Intendance
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Anse Intendance offers a dramatic and untamed beach experience on Mahé's southwest coast. Unlike many calmer Seychelles beaches, its powerful waves and strong currents make swimming hazardous, but the stunning scenery, with towering granite boulders framing a long stretch of soft white sand, is breathtaking. Visitors come to sunbathe, stroll, and photograph the dramatic surf, often with few crowds. The beach is backed by lush vegetation, and there are no facilities, preserving its natural feel. It's a must-see for those seeking raw coastal beauty.
Don't miss
- Watch the powerful waves crash against the granite boulders at the beach's edges.
- Take a long, peaceful walk along the pristine white sand, especially at low tide.
- Photograph the dramatic scenery with lush green hills as a backdrop.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Anse Intendance
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inGuided tour with tasting of the Distillery Bonne Mère4.9★ · 150 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$10 per personSee dates →
Best full dayFull-Day Tour: Concord Waterfall, Chocolate Factory, Rum Distillery, Grand Etang4.8★ · 943 travelers7–8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$115 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Guided Grenada Island Tour "BY THE HOUR"5★ · 143 travelers1–10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$40 per personSee dates →More attractions in Grand Anse