Alphonse, Astove, Cosmoledo: 3 paradise islands in the Seychelles

ASTOVE ATOLL
Just three hours by flight from Mahé international airport lies Astove Island.
This striking marine environment is famed for its spectacular drop-offs, made famous by Jacques Cousteau’s film “The Silent World”, partly shot along its walls. The site draws some of the world’s finest divers and underwater photographers.
Astove Coral House, recently renovated and comprising six rooms, welcomes you for 3 nights.
The atoll’s landscape varies widely, from the roaring waves on the windward side to the calm coral flats outside, and the stretches of pristine white sand within the lagoon. This unique lagoon system is home to a rich diversity of seabirds, including the Caspian tern, dimorphic egret and red-tailed tropicbird, as well as a population of over 150 Aldabra giant tortoises.
Spend your days kayaking among the tortoises, exploring the reefs, snorkelling and discovering the fascinating ecosystem of this atoll.

COSMOLEDO ATOLL
After your stay at Astove, it’s time to board a boat for a one-hour transfer to the iconic atoll of Cosmoledo.

Known as the Galápagos of the Indian Ocean, Cosmoledo is wild and remote, offering a preserved ecosystem with vast stretches of sand, more than 20 islands, islets and cays, and an enchanting lagoon.

This exceptional atoll is home to Cosmoledo Eco Camp, where you will stay for 4 nights.
Just eight unique eco-pods, perfectly integrated into this varied landscape, embodying the concept of barefoot luxury in a timeless setting.
And while the pace of life at Cosmoledo is unhurried, your days will be punctuated by compelling encounters with the atoll’s extraordinary natural environment.

Activities included during the stay feature guided kayaking around the atolls, guided stand-up paddleboarding, a guided tour of Wizard Island to discover its coastal trails and hidden corners, and a reef expedition with an expert guide.

Scuba diving around Cosmoledo, still largely unexplored, offers a unique adventure with new sites regularly discovered. Cosmoledo is also an important seabird site, home to the largest colonies of the three booby species that breed in the Seychelles.

ALPHONSE ISLAND
Time to head to the operational hub of Blue Safari: Alphonse Island, where you will stay for 3 nights.
After returning by boat to Astove, you will take a 1-hour flight to Alphonse.
Here you will find a perfectly balanced haven, offering a wealth of activities, while the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean gently lap against brilliant white sand beaches.

Surrounded by palm trees and set within a tropical paradise, Alphonse Island is home to an elegant lodge with superb pools, the Azure Spa, and a fine range of experiences orchestrated by a team of experts.
Unwind in one of the beautiful Beach Bungalows, a Beach Villa with private pool, or the 4-bedroom Beach Retreat with private pool.

Explore the island on foot or by bike and spot tortoises wandering about along with all manner of water birds.
There are also water-based activities, such as snorkelling and scuba diving, fly fishing, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding.
You can even join a marine biologist for a reef exploration, during which you may observe turtles, sharks and juvenile rays passing by.
You will also have the opportunity to explore other islands within the atoll and picnic on the beach.