Cousine , Seychelles
NEED TO KNOW
- Cousine Island Offers a pristine private island and conservation experience
- On Cousine there is no menu, the chefs discuss each meal and dish personally ensuring that meals are prepared to order
- Only four elegant and spacious villas located 30 metres from the beach
- Indulge yourself at the spa with the exclusive Ligne St Barth range
- Activities on offer are guided nature walks, snorkelling, kayaking and cooking classes with the chef
- Cousine is the perfect retreat for families and couples looking for an intimate island escape
THE HOTEL
Cousine Island is a unique island retreat this luxury eco-friendly hotel ensures that human impact is kept to a minimum. Cousine Island is 25 hectares in size 1.4km in length and 800metres wide and is recognised nationally and internationally as one of the most ecologically important private islands in the world. The main area of the resort is The Pavillion where there is an open-air dining area with lounge, library & broadband internet access and a fresh water swimming pool. The Gecko bar leads off from the Pavillion with breath-taking views of the Indian Ocean.
The four elegant and spacious air conditioned villas are nestled amongst endemic vegetation and positioned 30 metres from the beach. The large bedroom opens onto a veranda, providing magical views of the ocean beyond. From the veranda, walk through your private garden and straight onto soft white sands. The lounge and dining room have been furnished to ensure maximum homely comforts, including flat screen TV and iPod docking station. The bathroom includes a Jacuzzi bath and separate shower, whilst a small kitchenette includes fridge and coffee machine. Villas can accommodate up to two children.
Cousine Island is home to many Migratory birds for 6 months of the year. Hawksbill Turtles come ashore to nest and Green Turtles, rare to the Seychelles, nest occasionally throughout the year. The island can only be reached by helicopter.
Mahé Island
10 hours
GMT +4 hours
Not required for UK passport holders
Yellow fever if arriving from an endemic area
March - November
The islands of the Seychelles enjoy a year-round warm tropical climate, generally governed by two opposing trade winds. The south-easterly trades blow from May to September bringing drier and windier conditions ideal for sailing. From October to March the gentler north-west trades provide calmer seas but a higher chance of refreshing showers. Scuba divers will find April, May, October and November have the warmest seas and visibility is often 30 metres plus