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Desroches is linked to the core infrastructure network of Mahé by daily scheduled flights and private charter flights, or a leisurely sail for those who prefer to take their time. Mahé itself is well connected to , Asia and Europe. EXCLUSIVE Island Paradise

DESROCHES ISLAND - AMIRANTES GROUP OF ISLANDS - SEYCHELLES

The Seychelles are made up of 115 islands lying between four and ten degrees south of the equator in the . , located 230km south-west of Mahé forms part of the Amirantes Archipelago, regarded as some of the most pristine, untouched islands in the world - gems passionately protected by the government where only sustainable development is permitted under exceptional circumstances.

The exclusive Desroches Island, with only a Hotel and Villas, is the gateway to the outer and Amirantes Islands, and adjoins a number of virgin islands, which add to the unique travel adventures and activities that can be enjoyed from this idyllic paradise.

Blessed with one of the world’s healthiest climates, the balmy days and nights create the feeling of an endless summer, while the untouched natural splendour of the surroundings lull one to relax, despite all the thrilling adventures on offer. PristineWith 13km of immaculate beaches, you’ll find them deserted. Imagine walking barefoot down the beach to dinner while a burnt orange sun sets over the Indian Ocean. The day has consisted of cycling through the forest to snorkel from a deserted beach, followed by a picnic in a jungle full of exotic birds and ancient tortoises accompanied by the gentle rustling sound of palm trees in the breeze. Or, it could have been a lazy afternoon in the spa after an athletic cycle around the island.

Perhaps sailing to neighbouring untouched islands and catching fish for a barbecue that evening is more in keeping with the ideal day...

The perfect paradise... Desroches offers an array of activities and facilities in an exclusive and remote island setting. The island hotel boasts 20 luxurious Suites and 28 deluxe Villas, an exotic restaurant, an extensive dive and fishing centre, spa, and business centre all comp- lementing the full range of five star facilities. SUITES

Around the central area, dining room, swimming pool and spa, the 20 luxuriously spacious Hotel Suites, are ideally built along the west-facing beach. The Suites are set amongst tropical gardens, palm trees and green lawns, just a few meters from the beach.

Each air-conditioned suite offers privacy with its own veranda, lounge area, flat screen TV and mini-bar. The well designed bathrooms have double basins, a bath, an outdoor shower and a separate toilet and bidet.

Adding to your exclusive experience, the hotel offers in-room dining on your patio or private dinners on the beach where the waves lap gently against the soft white sand. VILLAS

Perfectly positioned on the unblemished, north-west facing beaches and surrounded by dense, green foliage, the 28 four bedroomed Villas offer an exclusive and private experience for families and friends looking for their own private domain. Villa sizes range from 440m², right up to the 750m² palatial Presidential Villa that has over 100m of beach frontage. Each fully equipped deluxe Villa has its own private swimming pool, central living and entertainment area as well as a modern kitchen. The Villa is well appointed in a style that is modern and luxurious, yet blends in with that sensuous remote island atmosphere.

All bedrooms are air-conditioned and three overlook the main entertainment deck towards the sea. The bedrooms all have their own outdoor shower and decks with outdoor loungers.

The hotel offers in-villa dining and private chefs for more intimate entertaining, making your stay a truly personal experience and allowing you to thoroughly relax. Meals can also be enjoyed at the hotels various exotic dining locations. Activities are endless... with over 13km of unspoilt beaches and forested hinterland, Desroches is ideal for nature watching and includes Cycling tours of the island’s jungle, or explorations to the northern point and deserted beaches allows you to lose yourself in this island paradise. For a more relaxing option, an ancient tortoise colony, nesting turtles, and an array of marine life including magnificent whales and soaring sailfish. enjoy sensuous spa treatments or catered picnics on either the beach or in the jungle, and private sunset cruises which offer stunning views of the island from a different angle. An abundance of ocean-based activities ensure that there will never be a dull moment - unless you want one...

• Scuba diving with friendly and attentive professionals, exploring the 14 classified sites, including mysterious underwater caves and columns. Various PADI & NAUI diving courses are offered at the hotels dive centre.

• Deep sea diving off the world renowned Desroches ‘drop-off’. • Guided snorkelling trips with opportunities to view turtles gliding between shoals of multicoloured fish.

• Big game fishing with hard-fighting adversaries such as Wahoo, Kingfish, Tuna, Sailfish, Marlin, Dorado, Bonefish, Giant and Bluefin Trevally, Green & Rosy Jobfish and a large variety of Grouper.

• Outer Island exploration. • Some of the best fly fishing in the world can be enjoyed on the outer islands, with an abundance of Bone-fish, Permit and Trevally species to target on fly while you simply get ‘lost’ in the utter beauty of the extensive shoreline surroundings.

• Sea kayaking above astonishingly colourful coral reefs or windsurfing across crystal clear water bays.