Is it safe to swim at Anse Takamaka and Anse Intendance on Mahé when the sea is rough?

At Anse Takamaka, surf can occasionally be strong enough to make it difficult to approach the water. If calm swimming is the priority, choose another beach on rough-sea days.

Anse Intendance can also have heavy surf; large waves may occur there and at Takamaka on the same day. Check the sea conditions immediately before swimming rather than expecting calm water.

Takamaka and Intendance have warning signs for rip currents, which can pull swimmers away from shore. Waves are not the only hazard: if warnings are posted, entering the water is at your own risk, and it is best not to swim when in doubt.