La Digue Island

On the island of La Digue you can see some good examples of 19th century plantation owners' houses. Before 1960 most people on la Digue earned a living in copra and vanilla production, which is commemorated in a museum. Nowadays the mainstay of the island's economy is tourism. There are numerous good beaches all around the island that can be explored by rented bicycle. The sea around La Digue is excellent for scuba-diving. Sharks and rays are commonly seen there amongst other sea animals.

In the island's interior is the Veuve Nature Reserve, which is home to numerous bird species including the endangered black paradise flycatcher. Guided tours through the reserve are available. The center of La Digue is formed by the peak of 300 m (980 ft) high Belle Vue, also known as Eagle's Nest Mountain.

Most inhabitants live in the villages of La Passe and Anse Réunion and most accommodation can be found there. Guesthouses, hotels and restaurants are widely available there. The island can only be reached by boat, as it has no airport.