Capricorn

Praslin


At Anse Kerlan, Capricorn is the good on-site restaurant at Islander. It's famous for its 'octopus Patrick-style' (octopus in a saffron sauce), roasted octopus or steamed crab with ginger and spices, as well as homemade desserts.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Praslin attractions

1. Anse Lazio

1.74 MILES

Anse Lazio, on the northwest tip of the island, is picture-perfect everywhere you look and often turns up in lists of the world's most beautiful beaches…

2. Grand Anse

1.86 MILES

Grand Anse has a long, typically beautiful beach, but swimming is only average, with shallow waters and a profusion of algae.

3. Church

2.58 MILES

This sturdy local church will help you get your bearings along Praslin's west coast.

4. Doctor's House

3.22 MILES

On Curieuse Island at Anse St José, this former doctor's home contains a small historical museum.

5. Giant Tortoise Farm

3.78 MILES

Curieuse is a breeding centre for giant Aldabra tortoises. The wardens at the giant tortoise farm show visitors around the pens, after which you're free…

6. Praslin National Park

3.89 MILES

This national park is spread across the hills of Praslin's interior. At its core is the Unesco World Heritage–listed Vallée de Mai, one of the most…

7. Rita's Art Studio & Gallery

4.01 MILES

Bright Seychellois landscapes and still lifes (think exotic flowers) bring much cheer to this gallery owned and run by local artist, Rita Morel, who can…

8. Vallée de Mai

4.04 MILES

Gorgeous World Heritage–listed Vallée de Mai is one of only two places in the world where the rare coco de mer palm grows in its natural state (the other…