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Signature Experience Experiences
Private Escape to Desroches Island
Overview
Embark on a private chartered flight to the enchanting Desroches Island for a once-in-a-lifetime excursion. Accompanied by an experienced guide, explore this secluded paradise with its 14 kilometres (8.7 miles) of pristine white-sand beaches and lush coconut groves. Snorkel and swim alongside vibrant marine life in the island's crystal-clear waters, and marvel at the diverse coral reefs. Enjoy up-close encounters with the famous giant Aldabra tortoises at the island's dedicated sanctuary. Relax and rejuvenate with luxurious spa treatments in a tranquil island setting. End the day with a local Creole barbecue on the beach, savouring the flavours of Seychelles as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean, before returning to bustling Mahé.
Itinerary
- Journey by car to the airport for a 7:30 am check-in. Relax and refresh with breakfast at the lounge before being whisked away on a private 35-minute scenic flight to Desroches Island.
- Travel to nearby reefs, filled with coral-laden underwater caves and tunnels from an extinct sunken volcano crater, and teeming with aquatic life. A snorkelling guide helps you navigate the world beneath the waves, where marine life such as rays and sea turtles roam freely.
- Soak in the scenery under swaying coconut palms on a guided bike ride through the once prosperous coconut plantation. Try an exhilarating e-bike as you uncover the island's diverse flora and fauna, historic significance and sustainability initiatives before journeying to the Tortoise Sanctuary. Meet our island's oldest residents: the Seychelles giant Aldabra tortoises.
- Retreat to The Circle of Connection Spa, a haven of wellness, where self, senses and surroundings unite in infinite harmony. Indulge in a relaxing treatment after a morning of exploration.
- Escape to one of the pristine beaches, where your chef prepares a gourmet barbecue for you to enjoy with your feet in the sand.
- Return to Mahé on a 35-minute private charter flight. Your driver will be waiting for you at the airport to take you back to the Resort.
