Private Seychelles Island Getaway
7 Days
from
$5,460
to
$5,957
per person*
Highlights:
Seychelles
(Mahe, Desroches Island)
Trip Start/End:
Mahe
/
Mahe
Desroches Island is the largest island in the Amirantes group, Seychelles, situated 230 kilometers south west of Mahe (the largest and main Seychelles island). Easily accessible by charter flight from Mahe, the stunning, pristine Desroches is the ultimate remote romantic getaway. The island is 5 km long and 1.5km wide, encircled by 14 km of magnificent white sandy beach. The beauty and tranquility of Desroches will captivate you on your perfect island holiday.
Overview
| Day | Activities | Hotel |
- Day 1
- Mahe
| - Meet & Greet - Fast Track
- Transfer - Private - Airport - Vehicle/Guide
- Dinner (included)
| Le Meridien Barbarons
Superior (B,D)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 2
- Mahe - Desroches Island
| - Air - Mahe - Desroches Island [Direct (45mins)] - Economy
- Transfer - Private - Airport - Vehicle/Guide
- At Leisure
- Lunch (included)
- Dinner (included)
| Desroches Island Resort
Beach Suite (B,L,D,AI)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 3
- Desroches Island
| - Cycling Tour
- Lunch (included)
- Dinner (included)
| Desroches Island Resort
Beach Suite (B,L,D,AI)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 4
- Desroches Island
| - Scuba Diving
- Lunch (included)
- Dinner (included)
| Desroches Island Resort
Beach Suite (B,L,D,AI)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 5
- Desroches Island
| - Nature Walks
- Lunch (included)
- Dinner (included)
| Desroches Island Resort
Beach Suite (B,L,D,AI)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 6
- Desroches Island
| - Optional Activities
- Lunch (included)
- Dinner (included)
| Desroches Island Resort
Beach Suite (B,L,D,AI)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 7
- Desroches Island - Mahe
| - Air - Desroches Island - Mahe [Direct (45mins)] - Economy
- Transfer - Private - Airport - Vehicle/Guide
| Depart
|
| B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, 1/2d = Half Day, Al = All Inclusive |
Trip Itinerary
Mahe
Le Meridien Barbarons, Seychelles
Day 1: Mahe
You will meet at the airport by an english speaking representative with name sign as you exit the arrival lounge. Be greeted with refreshing towel and mineral water, arrival gift and welcome pack containing your itinerary, a map of the Seychelles, and an excursion brochure. Your representative will provide you with personalised assistance during your stay and fast track you through immigration.
Your will be met and transferred between the airport and your hotel by private vehicle and english speaking driver.
Accommodation: Le Meridien Barbarons Le Meridien Barbarons sits along the shores of Mahe's west coast, where lush exotic vegetation and blue lagoons mark Seychelles' beauty. The hotel comprises 120 guest rooms and 4 suites, each with views illustrating the luxurious beach surroundings. Rooms are decorated in bright colours contrasted by earthy neutral tones. Meridien Barbarons features two restaurants and two bars, where one may feast on cocktails and the daily catch. A range of sandwiches, pastas, and themed buffet dining are offered. Refined dining is also available. Enjoy a relaxing spa treatment and natural solutions at the onsite Senses Health Club & Spa, or try out some water sports.
Beach on Desroches Island
Day 2: Mahe - Desroches Island
Take your flight from Mahe to Desroches today. The flight duration is approximately 45 minutes.
Your will be met and transferred between the airport and your hotel by private vehicle and english speaking driver.
Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.
Accommodation: Desroches Island Resort Desroches Island Resort, situated in Seychelles, is a tropical delight for those in search of a warm island tranquility. Treat yourself to the most stunning beach holiday/vacation on the exclusive Desroches Island, Seychelles. The spectacular beach resort located on Desroches Island boasts luxury free-standing beach front hotel suites and villas. Fine dining, relaxation on a beautiful, sunny beach island and adventure activities such as snorkeling, deep sea diving and game fishing are all offered by the beach resort. It all combines to create the perfect beach holiday for couples on a romantic getaway or families or groups of friends looking for their own private piece of paradise. Add to this the 14km-long exquisite white sandy beach encircling the island, the colourful flat coral reef teeming with tropical fish and the abundant marine life, all in a completely unspoiled marine conservation area, and you have the beach resort of your dreams.
Cycling
Day 3: Desroches Island
Cycling tours of the island's jungle, or explorations to the northern point and deserted beaches allow you to lose yourself in this island paradise.
Accommodation: Desroches Island Resort 
Scuba Diving
Day 4: Desroches Island
An abundance of ocean-based activities ensure that there will never be a dull moment. Spend a day scuba diving with friendly and attentive professionals, exploring the 14 classified sites, including mysterious underwater caves and columns. Various PADI and NAUI diving courses are offered at the Dive Centre.
Accommodation: Desroches Island Resort 
Desroches Island Beach
Day 5: Desroches Island
The resident conservation team offer guided informative nature walks around the island where guests can learn about current research projects and the endangered flora and fauna species on the island.
Accommodation: Desroches Island Resort 
Turtles on Desroches Island
Day 6: Desroches Island
Activities are endless... with over 14km of unspoilt beaches and forested hinderland, Desroches is ideal for nature watching. Spend the day enjoying the island. Maybe you will get to experience an ancient tortoise colony with nesting turtles on the beach. For an even more relaxing option, enjoy senuous spa treatments or catered picnics either on the beach or under the tropical palm trees, and private sunset cruises which offer stunning views of the island from a different angle. The flood-lit tennis court is a super way to do a little exercise once the sun has set and the temperature has dropped a little or for something a little less strenuous, try a game of table tennis, pool, round of darts or work out at the gym.
Accommodation: Desroches Island Resort Day 7: Desroches Island - Mahe
Take your flight from Desroches to Mahe today. The flight duration is approximately 45 minutes.
Your will be met and transferred between the airport and your hotel by private vehicle and english speaking driver.
Accommodation: Depart
Accommodations
- Le Meridien Barbarons, Seychelles
Le Meridien Barbarons - Mahe
Le Meridien Barbarons sits along the shores of Mahe's west coast, where lush exotic vegetation and blue lagoons mark Seychelles' beauty. The hotel comprises 120 guest rooms and 4 suites, each with views illustrating the luxurious beach surroundings. Rooms are decorated in bright colours contrasted by earthy neutral tones. Meridien Barbarons features two restaurants and two bars, where one may feast on cocktails and the daily catch. A range of sandwiches, pastas, and themed buffet dining are offered. Refined dining is also available. Enjoy a relaxing spa treatment and natural solutions at the onsite Senses Health Club & Spa, or try out some water sports.
- Beach on Desroches Island
Beach Suite Bedroom
Desroches Island Resort - Desroches Island
Desroches Island Resort, situated in Seychelles, is a tropical delight for those in search of a warm island tranquility. Treat yourself to the most stunning beach holiday/vacation on the exclusive Desroches Island, Seychelles. The spectacular beach resort located on Desroches Island boasts luxury free-standing beach front hotel suites and villas. Fine dining, relaxation on a beautiful, sunny beach island and adventure activities such as snorkeling, deep sea diving and game fishing are all offered by the beach resort. It all combines to create the perfect beach holiday for couples on a romantic getaway or families or groups of friends looking for their own private piece of paradise. Add to this the 14km-long exquisite white sandy beach encircling the island, the colourful flat coral reef teeming with tropical fish and the abundant marine life, all in a completely unspoiled marine conservation area, and you have the beach resort of your dreams.
Travel Info
Travel tips of Seychelles
VISA/PASSPORT
A valid passport, onward/return ticket, the local address where the visitor will stay, and proof of sufficient funds are required for both US and Canadian citizens. A one-month entry visa may be obtained upon arrival and may be extended for a period of up to one year. There is an airport departure tax of approximately $40, which must be paid in U.S. dollars. This charge is typically included in the cost of an airline ticket.
Please note obtaining a visa is your responsibility. These requirements change often and therefore it is best that you check with the embassy of Seychelles for the most up to date visa information
HEALTH
Vacation insurance is recommended. We recommend that you see a health-care provider who specializes in Travel Medicine. The doctor or health-care provider will determine what vaccinations and medication you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities. For more information on travel requirements, visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/seychelles.aspx
COUNTRY INFO
Capital: Victoria (Mahé).
Government: Republic since 1976. Gained independence from the UK in 1975.
Language: Creole, English and French.
Religion: 83% Roman Catholic with Anglican, Seventh Day Adventist, Muslim, Baha’i and other minorities.
Time: GMT + 4.
Electricity: 240 volts AC, 50Hz. British three-pin plugs are in use.
Telephone: Country code +248.
Mobile Telephone: Roaming agreements exist with some international mobile phone companies.
Internet: There are several Internet cafes on Mahé. Most of the larger hotels have wireless access.
What's Included:
- Guaranteed departure - Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
What's not Included:
- Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $350). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure.
- Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of 30% of program price. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to loss of 100% of program price.
- Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
- Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.
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