Fregate Island Private

The original eco-luxury resort in the Seychelles, Fregate Island Private boasts outstanding natural beauty and abundant nature, the preservation of which is the resorts fundamental raison de'tre. Relaxing and remote, a stay here will be truly memorable.

Designed to blend in with the natural environment, the 17 one and two bedroom villas are incredibly spacious and ultra private, with spectacular panoramic views. Each villa features its own private infinity pool, a personal golf buggy you can zip around the resort in, and a dedicated butler on hand to take care of your every whim. The three-bedroom Presidential Villa is the most private villa, with the best views.

When it comes to food the focus is on fresh island-grown produce. Choose to eat in one of the two restaurants on mouth-watering Creole influenced cuisine. Or enjoy a personalised dining experience anytime and anywhere on the island....take a gourmet picnic to the highest point on the island; have a BBQ on the beach under the stars or dinner in the Tree House amongst the forest canopy. Enjoy an aperitif in the open-air Pirates Bar or a cocktail with your feet in the sand at the Beach Bar.

With seven picture-postcard beaches to choose from there are plenty of deserted spots to escape with a book, if you can drag yourself away from your villa! Dont leave without exploring this unique environment on a guided nature walk with one of the Ecology Team " keep an eye out for the indigenous Aldabra Giant Tortoises. Or head to the Private Marina for water based explorations including diving, kayaking and sailing. End your day with a visit to the cliff-top Rock Spa. Children are kept entertained by the dedicated team at the Castaway Kids Clubhouse.

20 minutes by helicopter or Twin Otter from Mahe International Airport.

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Support Fregate Islands conservation efforts and "adopt one of the baby Aldabra Giant Tortoises housed in the tortoise nursery for the first vulnerable few years of its life.

Before heading home visit the Rock Spa and indulge in the 90 minute Hot Coconut Oil Ritual: designed for maximum relaxation and skin nourishment, with the added bonus of maintaining your tan.

An edible challenge " taste as many of the homemade ice creams and sorbets as you can. There are over 30 different flavours to choose from. We love the lemon zest with ginger and goat cheese with fig combinations.