A Week in the Seychelles
- Christian Lloyd
- Mar 16
- 3 min read
The Seychelles is not a destination—it’s a revelation. An archipelago of 115 islands scattered across the Indian Ocean, it’s where granite cliffs plunge into sapphire waters and privacy is not just promised but perfected. For those who seek the pinnacle of luxury travel, this is the canvas for an escape that transcends the ordinary. Planning such a journey requires more than a reservation; it demands an alchemist’s touch—blending seclusion, indulgence, and the unexpected into a seamless masterpiece. Here’s how a week in the Seychelles unfolds when every detail is orchestrated with precision.
A Curated Week in the Seychelles
Day 1: Arrival at North Island
Touch down via private helicopter on North Island, a sanctuary where only 11 villas dot 500 acres of Eden. Your villa—handcrafted from local wood and stone—opens to a personal plunge pool and a beachfront that’s yours alone. A dedicated villa manager greets you with a chilled bottle of Krug Grande Cuvée, already uncorked, and a platter of Seychelles lobster sashimi. The evening begins with a barefoot stroll to a torchlit dinner on the sand, where a chef unveils a menu inspired by the day’s catch—think vanilla-infused mahi-mahi paired with a rare Chenin Blanc.
Day 2: Beneath the Surface
Awake to a breakfast of passionfruit pavlova served on your terrace, then board a custom-built dive boat for a morning beneath the waves. A marine biologist guides you through the coral gardens of the Sainte Anne Marine National Park, pointing out hawksbill turtles and blacktip reef sharks. Lunch is a picnic on Moyenne Island, a speck of land once owned by a pirate, now yours for the afternoon—complete with a linen-draped table and a chilled rosé from Provence. Evening brings a private cinema under the stars, screening a classic like Casablanca, projected onto a sail stretched between palms.
Day 3: Into the Wild
A short flight via private Cessna lands you on Praslin, home to the Vallée de Mai, a UNESCO-listed forest where the rare coco de mer palm thrives. A naturalist leads a bespoke hike, revealing the island’s secrets—giant tortoises, black parrots, and hidden waterfalls. Lunch is served at Anse Lazio, a beach consistently ranked among the world’s finest, with a spread of truffle-dusted scallops and mango sorbet. Return to North Island for a sunset massage in an open-air pavilion, the sound of waves as your soundtrack.
Day 4: The Art of Nothing
Today is yours to savor. Linger over a late breakfast—perhaps a caviar-topped omelette—then drift in your pool as frigatebirds soar overhead. A personal yoga instructor arrives for a session on a floating platform, followed by an afternoon of reading in a hammock strung between tamarind trees. Dinner is a surprise: a Seychellois Creole feast on a private sandbank, reached by a sleek tender, with dishes like octopus curry and coconut bread pudding lit by lanterns.
Day 5: Beyond the Horizon
Charter a 70-foot catamaran for a day of exploration. Sail to Felicité Island, where Six Senses Zil Pasyon’s villas cling to cliffs, and snorkel in waters teeming with parrotfish. A chef grills langoustines onboard, paired with a vintage Sauternes, as you anchor off La Digue for a bike ride through vanilla plantations. Evening returns you to North Island for a stargazing session with an astronomer, a telescope revealing the Southern Cross.
Day 6: The Final Flourish
Begin with a sunrise paddleboard session, then indulge in a spa day—think a coconut milk bath followed by a hot stone massage using granite from the island itself. Lunch is a tasting menu at the West Beach Bar, featuring wagyu sliders and passionfruit martinis. The day ends with a private concert—a local guitarist strumming under a banyan tree as the sun dips below the horizon.
Day 7: Departure
A final breakfast of champagne and crepes, then a helicopter lifts you back to reality, leaving behind a week that feels like a lifetime.
Why the Seychelles?
North Island’s conservation ethos, Praslin’s primeval beauty, and the archipelago’s sheer remoteness make it a haven for those who demand the world, yet crave an escape from it. Every moment is planned and executed to precision, from the helicopter’s flight path to the chef’s menu, because true luxury lies in the invisible hand that anticipates every need. A travel concierge doesn’t just book this—they craft it, ensuring the Seychelles becomes not a trip, but a story told for years.
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