Mahé
Anse Takamaka
Anse Takamaka is a long beach on Mahé's south coast, about 500 metres of sand flanked by granite boulders at each end and named for the takamaka trees along the shore. It opens southeast, so it catches the trade winds from May to September and is calmer for the rest of the year.
- Island
- Mahé
- Faces
- southeast
- Calm
- December to March, in the northwest monsoon
- Safety
- May to September, in the southeast trade wind, expect stronger surf and currents on this southeast-facing bay — less suitable for small children or weak swimmers in that period.
- Access
- Paved road, parking, bus stop nearby
Anse Takamaka sits directly north of Anse Intendance and gets gentler waves than that neighbour, though the same southeast exposure can bring rougher water here too during the May–September trade season, calmer the rest of the year. A giant-tortoise pen and a beachside restaurant sit just behind the sand. The road is paved, with parking right at the beach and a public bus stop about 50 metres away.
Before you book
Three islands in seven nights?
It is the most common mistake in Seychelles. Every island change costs half a day, and the transfer days land in the middle of the trip. One conversation beforehand prevents it.
A reply within 24 hours — from Miguel himself, not from a bot.
Get my proposal Ask a question first
Free and non-binding. No card details, no deposit to enquire.