The one hundred and fifteen islands of the Seychelles create a spectacular winter cruising destination for luxury yacht charters, offering outstanding beaches, electric blue waters and world-class resorts with effortless tropical chic. The archipelago also has a wilder side. Many species are unique to these islands, while others, such as giant tortoises, flying foxes, herons and scarlet land crabs, are entirely unfazed by human presence.
Enjoy a sunset round of golf at the Four Seasons Resort, with the Indian Ocean as your driving range. The course uses special balls that biodegrade and release fish food as they break down. Sample true Seychellois cuisine that reflects the islands’ Franco Indo African heritage, infused with Creole and oriental flavours. Le Chateau de Feuilles and Coco Rouge offer sophisticated dishes, and Sundown Restaurant is a beautiful setting for barbecued seafood.
National Geographic has long agreed that many of the world’s finest beaches are found here. Many remain untouched and offer shallow, protected waters ideal for families. Anse Source d’Argent is among the most photographed beaches on earth, with talcum powder sand and smooth granite boulders. While visiting Curieuse, keep an eye out for its only residents, a population of two hundred giant tortoises.