Welcome to our Seychelles Island Guide, which will provide you with an in depth insight into each major island of the archipelago and how we can help you access them.  Our Island Guide has been specially designed to help you decide which islands to visit and what to do whilst you are there, whether that be diving, trekking, kayaking, bird watching or simply relaxing on one of the Seychelles stunning beaches.  Whether you want to sail from island to island via one of our bareboat or skippered sailing holidays, seek pure relaxation in a private island setting or are keen to enjoy an action packed, activity driven holiday, we can help you achieve it.  By using the Island Guide, you can discover some of the Seychelles most fascinating endemic marine and wildlife species and where you are most likely to encounter them.

Please click on the photograph or name of any island in the table below and you will be transported the specified island introduction page, where you will be able to discover interesting information about its coast, natural history and conservation efforts.

      Islands

Statistics

Praslin is the second largest island, home to the Vallée de Mai, where the legendary Coco de Mer nut grows and the critically endangered Seychelles Black Parrot resides.  Praslin boasts a range of accommodation and beautiful beaches.

Area Size:  37.56 Km²
Maximum Altitude:  367 m / 1207 ft
Population:  7,103

La Digue is the fourth largest island, situated in close proximity to neighbouring Praslin, which can be reached via a short ferry ride.  It is characterised by its peace, tranquility and cultural charm, where the main method of transport is bicycle and the traditional ox cart.

Area Size:Area Size:  10.1 Km²
Maximum Altitude:  333 m / 1093 ft
Population:  2,100

Bird Island is the northernmost island, best accessed via a small twin prop plane or skippeded sailing trip.  The island provides a relaxing reteat, stunning beaches and chances to encounter a wealth of fascinating endemic bird life.

Area Size:  0.70 Km²
Maximum Altitude: 4 m / 13 ft
Population:  37

Area Size:  154.7 Km²
Maximum Altitude:  905 m / 2969 ft
Population:  72,000

Desroches is the largest of the Amirante group of Islands and accessible only by chartered flight.  It offers exclusive luxury accommodation, stunning beaches and a variety of interesting wildlife and mairne life, just waiting to be discovered.

Silhouette is the third largest island, characterised by its dramatic mountain peaks and home to an incredible diveristy of wildlife, many of which is endemic and threatened.  There are no road and just one hotel, making it a realxing and peaceful island retreat.

 Area Size:  19.95 Km²
Maximum Altitude:  740 m / 2428 ft
Population:  136

North Island boasts luxurious accommodation and is the ultimate island paradise, perfect for anybody seeking escapism, peace and quiet within a private setting.  Many of the Seychelles' endemic and rarest species can be found here, both above and below the water. 

 Area Size:  2.01 Km²
Maximum Altitude:  210 m / 689 ft
Population:  48

Frégate provides exclusive luxury accommodation within a peaceful island setting, ideal for couples and honeymooners.  There is an abundance of wildlife and marine that can be found here including giant tortoises, turtles and a variety of endemic birds.

  Area Size:
Maximum Altitude:  125 m / 410 ft

Sainte Anne Marine Park includes Sainte Anne, Cerf, Round and Moyenne.  An abundance of interesting marine life resides here, meanwhile the island accommdoation is peaceful, romantic and luxurious.  Kayaking and snorkelling here are great.

Area Size:  14.43 Km²
Maximum Altitude:  142 metres

Cousine is conveniently situated within close proximity to neighbouring island Praslin.  This private nature reserve is home to a wealth of wildlife, including giant tortoises, magpie robins and fairy terns, meanwhile the snorkelling and diving opportunities here are excellent.

  Area Size:  0.257 Km²
Maximum Altitude:  70 m / 230 ft

Cousin is home to eleven endemic Seychelles species, including the bush warbler, blue pigeon, fody and the magpie robin.  There is no accommdoation here and Nature Seychelles reguarly carries out various monitoring, research and re-introduction projects.

  Area Size:  0.286 Km²
Maximum Altitude:  58 m / 190 ft

Aride harbours more breeding seabirds than any other island in the region and is one of the most important breeding sites of the Indian Ocean. It makes for a wonderful stop-off on one of our Natural History Private Yacht & Lodge Safaris. 

 Area Size:  0.683 Km²
Maximum Altitude:  134 m / 440 ft
Population:  6

Denis is a private island, providing luxury accommodation, beautiful beaches and 
sumptious cusine.  There is an array of wildlife and marine life to be discovered, with great nature trails, snorkelling, diving and fishing opportunities.

 Area Size:  1.43 Km²
Maximum Altitude:  4 m / 13 ft
Population:  78