THE QUINTESSENTIAL ISLAND PARADISE
Whether you feel the need to simply relax after you a few weeks of Southern African exploration of you're looking for that all-out Robinson Crusoe adventure, the Seychelles will appease.
1502 was the first recorded European encounter with the 115 islands that make up this Indian Ocean archipelago. Since then the West's love affair with the Seychelles has only grown. Despite its popularity, dozens of pristine and uncrowded beaches still await the fortunate visitor as do a rich variety of cultural experiences, wildlife, architecture, art and tasty local cuisine. For those in favor of passive relaxation, let us ferry you to remote and unbelievably beautiful beaches (only 16 of the islands offer accommodation) or elect to enjoy the underwater treasures from the comfort of a glass-bottom boat. Despite its popularity, the people (and government) on this island nation take their ecological gifts seriously and the degree of respect is evident from the pristine jungles to the powdery-white beaches. The Seychelles is a world-leader in environmental tourism. Interestingly, it has the smallest population of any African country or territory but the largest per capita GDP (making it the richest territory in Africa).
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The Seychelles highlights
- Go island-hopping and claim your own private beach for the day
- Visit the giant tortoises and spot local birds
- Spend some time soaking up the local culture and music (a folksy mix of influences from Polka to French pop)
- Sample lCreole dishes including sumptuous seafood fresh from the ocean
- Meander through the jungle and see jellyfish trees and (curiously shaped) Coco de Mer seeds.
- Take in the variety of local nightlife: colorful and authentically laidback
The Seychelles accomodation
North Island
This is absolute paradise. Pure and simple. Your very own island getaway, surrounded by azure waters and inhabited by a rich diversity of local wildlife. Only 11 handcrafted guest villas occupy this island.
