Landmark
L'Union Estate
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L'Union Estate is a restored coconut and vanilla plantation on La Digue that offers a window into the island's colonial past. Visitors can tour the original colonial house, see giant Aldabra tortoises roaming freely, and walk through vanilla plantations. The estate also features a cemetery and a coconut mill. It's a cultural and natural attraction that combines history with wildlife, making it a popular stop for those interested in Seychelles' heritage and agriculture.
Don't miss
- Meet the giant Aldabra tortoises in their enclosure and learn about their conservation.
- Tour the colonial plantation house to see period furnishings and exhibits.
- Explore the vanilla groves and see how vanilla is cultivated and processed.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit L'Union Estate
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 inHistorical 18th Century Estate Tour with Coconut Tasting4.5★ · 62 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$12 per personSee dates →
Most bookedDiscovery by boat of the Mangrove and its lagoon in 7 Stages including 4 Swimming5★ · 951 travelers4–5 hoursFrom$73 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Transfer Orly Airport ORY & Disneyland Paris5★ · 11 travelers1–2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$55 per personSee dates →More attractions in La Digue