Mahe is the largest of the Seychelles islands and encompasses the country’s international airport as well as its capital, the surprisingly quiet and peaceful town of Victoria, home to roughly a third of the national population, as well as many good restaurants and entertainment venues. Mahe has a mountainous interior characterised by dense tropical forests and stony outcrops, while its coast is blessed with some 75-odd beautiful beaches. The best known of these is the idyllic, white-sand Beau Vallon, fringed by deep bays that offer excellent swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving.
Desroches Island is the main island of the Amirante Islands, which form part of the Outer Islands of the Seychelles. This idyllic little island is protected by a pristine coral reef and is circled by fourteen kilometres of exquisite white-sand beaches. Visitors can look forward to staying at the Desroches Island Resort - the only resort for hundreds of miles. This impressive resort’s sense of exclusivity and isolation along with its excellent service, food and surroundings make it a luxury holidaymaker's dream retreat. Guests can explore the island by bicycle or enjoy the clear reef waters while engaging in numerous water activities such as snorkelling, kayaking, paddle skiing, fishing and scuba diving.
