普拉兰岛(Praslin)是塞舌尔的第二大岛,面积大约 38.5 平方公里。这里因为拥有世界上最独特的植物海椰子(Coco de Mer)而闻名。如果你从马埃岛(Mahe)出发,搭乘快船大约需要 1 小时,或者是乘坐 15 分钟的小飞机。很多人来塞舌尔会纠结选哪个岛,说真的,普拉兰岛的节奏比马埃岛慢得多,但比起拉迪格岛(La Digue)又多了几分便利。岛上的人口不到 8000 人,生活非常安逸。如果你想看那种侏罗纪公园式的原始森林,又想躺在世界顶级的白沙滩上,普拉兰岛就是你的首选。
大部分人会选择 Cat Cocos 轮渡。成人经济舱单程票价大约在 56 欧元到 62 欧元之间。需要留意的是,从 2024 年 1 月起,塞舌尔港务局加收了每人 2 欧元的港口税,这笔钱通常直接含在票价里了。要是你担心晕船,建议多花一点钱买上层甲板的票,视野更好也更通风。如果你预算充足或者极度怕晕船,塞舌尔航空的小飞机每天有二三十个班次,起飞后刚升空就要降落了,15 分钟的飞行体验非常奇妙。
普拉兰岛的公共巴士系统挺发达,但有个规矩很多人不知道:巴士现在不收现金。你需要先在码头或者当地小店买一张塞舌尔旅游卡(Seychelles Travel Card)。单程票价只要 12 塞舌尔卢比,这是岛上最便宜的代步方式。如果想自由一点,租车是更好的选择,每天的价格通常在 40 到 60 欧元。岛上的路不算宽,尤其是往北开向拉齐奥海滩(Anse Lazio)的路坡度很大,租车时最好选动力足一点的自动挡小车。
五月谷(Vallee de Mai)在 1983 年就被联合国教科文组织列入了世界遗产名录。这里的核心看点就是海椰子。目前外籍游客的门票价格是 450 塞舌尔卢比。有个省钱的小技巧,如果你在 SIF 官网或 App 上提前买票,通常能拿到 10% 的折扣。进入景区后有几条不同长度的徒步路径,从 1.5 公里到 4 公里不等。哪怕是选最长的路径,两三个小时也就走完了,里面的棕榈叶巨大无比,哪怕下雨也淋不着。建议上午九点前进去,那时候森林里最凉快,也最容易听到塞舌尔黑鹦鹉那种清脆的叫声。
海椰子是普拉兰岛的象征,成熟的种子最重能到 30 公斤。这种植物的雌雄异株形态非常奇特,当地有很多关于它的传说。除了植物,这里也是唯一能看到塞舌尔黑鹦鹉的地方。这种鸟全身深棕色,胆子很小,通常躲在树冠层里。你在林子里走路时多留意头顶的动静,如果运气好能看到它们在吃果实。这里的最高海拔大概只有 367 米,虽然不算高,但森林里的湿度很大,进去前记得多带两瓶水并抹好防蚊液。
拉齐奥海滩(Anse Lazio)经常被各种旅游杂志评为世界前十的美丽海滩。这里不收门票,而且有专门的救生员看守。海滩两端的巨大花岗岩是绝佳的拍照背景。如果你想浮潜,可以去海滩两边的礁石区,水下有很多热带鱼。这边的岸边有个挺有意思的诚实酒吧(Honesty Bar),没有服务员,你自己拿饮料然后按照价格表把钱塞进箱子里。傍晚时分,这里的日落非常震撼, granite 石头会被染成暖橙色。
乔治特海滩(Anse Georgette)比亚拉齐奥海滩更隐秘,因为它位于康斯丹海米莉亚度假村(Constance Lemuria)内部。如果你不是住客,虽然可以免费进入,但通常需要提前给酒店打电话预约。另一条路是从拉齐奥海滩徒步过去,这条山路大概需要走一个小时,坡度挺陡,需要一点体力。当你翻过山头看到那片完全没有商业开发痕迹的果冻色海水时,你会觉得所有汗水都值了。这里浪比较大,下水游泳要多留个心眼。
可以刷卡。五月谷游客中心的售票处接受维萨卡、万事达卡等主流信用卡,同时也收塞舌尔卢比、欧元或美元现金。目前的官方定价是每人 450 卢比,建议携带少量当地货币用于购买饮用水或纪念品。
如果你追求更地道的克里奥尔生活和极致的海滩,普拉兰岛更合适。马埃岛虽然更繁华,但普拉兰岛的交通压力小很多,且距离拉迪格岛更近,方便当天往返跳岛。普拉兰岛的物价比马埃岛略高,但 38.5 平方公里的体量刚好够玩 3 到 4 天。
普拉兰岛的巴士运营时间通常在晚上七点左右就会大幅减少。由于岛上没有路灯,天黑后等车非常不方便。如果你晚上打算去餐厅吃饭,最好提前预约出租车或者自己租车,单程出租车费用通常在 300 卢比以上。
Bruk Aklilu My recent visit to Praslin and La Digue islands was nothing short of magical. These pristine destinations captured my heart with their breathtaking beauty and tranquil atmosphere. Praslin Island's lush landscapes and stunning beaches, such as Anse Lazio and Anse Georgette, provided the perfect backdrop for relaxation and exploration. The vibrant marine life at the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve left me in awe, and the iconic Coco de Mer palms were a sight to behold. Similarly, La Digue Island's laid-back charm and picturesque scenery stole my breath away. Cycling through the quaint villages and along the scenic coastal paths allowed me to immerse myself in the island's unique culture and natural wonders. Anse Source d'Argent's iconic granite boulders and crystal-clear waters made for unforgettable moments of tranquility and beauty. Throughout my visit, the locals' warm hospitality and genuine friendliness added to the enchanting experience. From indulging in delicious Creole cuisine to exploring hidden gems off the beaten path, every moment spent on Praslin and La Digue islands was filled with wonder and joy. I highly recommend a visit to Praslin and La Digue islands for anyone seeking a truly unforgettable island getaway. These hidden gems of the Seychelles offer a paradise-like escape that will leave you with memories to cherish for a lifetime.
Naaziisha Honestly i like La Digue More than Praslin. Prasline is very quiet and for peace loving persons. If you want some peaceful and undisturbed time you can visit there but La digue is a must. Also Praslin is a very hilly roads so you have to drive safely there. It’s a big city and you have to drive a lot to in hilly roads.
Adrian Oancea It's that movie you see on Christmas with two strangers trying to run away from the awfull society, and they wonder on a pristine beach, eating exotic fruits from a palm leafe, and working in a hotel where everybody is smiling and being polite to the collegues and clients It's that place where you see a brilliant beach with turqoise water and when you enter it, there is only ultra fine white sand on the bottom.....for at least 50 m. It's safe, beautifull, romantic, exotic, very very hard to find somethin you do not like. The people on the island know french, italian and english......so no problem communicating for the first time with them. The air, the sun, the views, the forest, the food, everything it is magnificent. You get crazy expensive hotels and also decent costs for beach front villas or bungallos. There aren't any merchands to hastle you for a small souvenir or other things. The community keeps the island clean, never have I seen a PET floating or paper on the island It has everything you would need in a vacation. IT IS PARADISE!!!
Danila Massara Nice destination, but it can get very rainy and ruin the whole vacation (I went in July and it was bad). Also, the sea is rough, so the trip from and to mahe is very unpleasant (most passengers get seasick). You definitely need a car to enjoy it, and it is essential if you stay in the north west side of the island (I stayed around Constance ephelia and the closest place open for breakfast was 20 minutes away by car). Roads suck, but less than in mahe. It’s very expensive so brace yourself if visiting with a big family… if you like hiking, there are a few trails with beautiful views of the ocean
Ankit kumar One of the beautiful Island in Seychelles and i will the best as it has godly beaches and beautiful natural setting. The colourful plantation and bluish sky is just breath taking . Location : Northeast of Mahe This place is for the people who love nature and want hiking and explore deepest realms of nature. This place is full of exotic and exquisite flora and funa. The island bears worlds largest and weirdest nut - which actually looks like female lower part. This nut can only be find here only . They have some berries and fruits which you can only find here only. The beaches - ufff ! It feels like the beaches are straight from heaven. The best beach here is Anse Lazio - the aqua blue- green water with white sand cover with natural shades makes the beach perfect for relaxing and swimming. The other beach like Anse Volbert and Anse Georgette are also worth a visit. Food - what to say if you are craving for local food and culture then you can have very much fun . Crabs and local catches are the best food here . Cereol is local cuisine here and can be found in entire Seychelles island. Praslin is beautiful island with beautiful setting, in one if the french explore book this island is described as Garden if Eden and to be true its feels like garden of eden. The island has it beauty with luxury resort to enjoy.