Scattered across the Indian Ocean north-east of Madagascar, Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 granite and coral islands known for its clear turquoise waters, dense tropical forests and striking granite boulders. The atmosphere is relaxed and intimate, balancing barefoot luxury with a strong sense of nature and island life. Visitors can snorkel vibrant coral reefs, sail between islands, explore the lush trails of Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve or encounter giant Aldabra tortoises and nesting sea turtles in protected habitats. Creole culture, fresh seafood and colourful markets add to the islands’ appeal, while quiet beaches shaded by takamaka trees offer a slower pace best suited to travellers seeking scenery, seclusion and time outdoors.
This exquisite, privately owned Seychelles island is home to an eco-friendly lodge offering 11 luxurious villas, all situated a few metres from the ocean’s edge. Around the lodge – which was voted 'Number one in the World - Best of the Best' in the 2006 Conde Nast Traveller Readers Awards – granite promontories dense with palm forests rise above fine-sand beaches, and calm aquamarine bays, where coral reefs thriving with marine life make for phenomenal snorkelling and diving. The focus on conservation means that visitors to North Island will be treated to sights of rare and endangered Seychelles flora and fauna, with a number of species reintroduced to the island in recent years.
