Cycle over to the Tortoise Sanctuary to learn about our island’s oldest residents: the giant Aldabra tortoises. Sponsor the growth of a juvenile tortoise by adopting one for a year, helping the Island Conservation Society continue their work of protecting these incredible creatures.

Price: Complimentary for feeding, 75 EUR for adoption.

Welcome the day with a sunrise yoga session or wind down into the evening with a sunset yoga class, stretching out muscles and finding tranquillity in your island surroundings. The classes offer a diverse practice that can be tailored to all levels.

Group class: Complimentary

Private class: EUR 25++ per person

Duration: 60 minutes

In a private or group cocktail class, our bartenders will help you mix your favourite drink off the menu step by step, tailoring it to your unique preferences along the way.

Group class: Complimentary

Private class: EUR 65++ per person

Duration: 60 minutes

Sign up for a cooking class with one of our chefs to discover the delights of Creole cuisine, a melting pot of influences with a strong base in French, Indian and African cooking. Sushi, Indian and pastry cooking classes are also available.

Group class: Complimentary

Private class: EUR 75++ per person

Duration: 60 minutes

Stimulate your taste buds with iconic flavours of the Seychelles. Our bartender will guide you through a variety of local rums infused with ingredients such as vanilla, lemongrass and spices to awaken the senses in our tropical surroundings.

Group class: Complimentary

Private class: EUR 50++ per person

Duration: 60 minutes

In this engaging learning experience, see the night sky in a new light with our experienced astronomer, who will guide you around the cosmos to observe numerous celestial objects.

Group session: Complimentary

Duration: 45 minutes

Private session: Couple: SCR 1,200 set-up + SCR 2,450
3–6 guests: SCR 1,200 set-up + SCR 4,900
7–12 guests: SCR 2,400 set-up + SCR 7,350

Duration: At leisure

One of the best ways to explore Desroches island is by bike. Join our Conservation Guide on a 5-kilometre ride, and cycle through the scenic fields of coconut palms. Make a stop for birdwatching and immerse yourself in the natural surroundings while you learn more about the island’s history and sustainable initiatives. Finish the ride on one of the beaches with a stunning sunset view.

Group experience: Complimentary

Private experience: EUR 150 (snacks included)

Duration: Two hours

Every Tuesday, our Conservation Guide shares interesting information about the environment. Be inspired to go and discover the wonders of the natural world with nature talks that will give you a deeper understanding of where the wild things grow. Learn more about Seychelles’ marine life and what makes it so special.

Price: Complimentary

Time: 5:00 pm

Duration: 40 minutes

Home to some of the best diving in the Seychelles, Desroches Island is blessed with flourishing marine life and coral outcrops. Visit the Blue Safari team at the Castaway Centre to book your diving experience and explore more than 18 classified dives sites, including an array of wall dives, tunnels, deep caves and swim throughs.

Submerge yourself in the underwater beauty surrounding Desroches Island on a guided snorkelling trip, available as a group activity or on a private basis. Cruise farther afield to discover some of the most remote and untouched snorkelling sites during a full- or half-day outer island trip to one of the nearby, remote atolls.

Price: EUR 60 per person for a two-hour snorkel boat trip around Desroches. For private boat trips, prices start from EUR 480.

For expert fishermen and beginners alike, Desroches has a huge variety of hard-fighting adversaries that can be caught with a technique of your choice. Fish for Dogtooth and Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish, Green and Rosy Job Fish, Tropical Amberjack and much more.

Explore the undisturbed waters around the remote Poivre Island and St Joseph’s atoll. Poivre, a one-hour boat ride from Desroches, is home to a variety of marine life, including manta rays. Farther afield, St Joseph atoll comprises a small inner ring of islands, under which lies a world of untouched coral reefs just waiting to be explored.

Duration: 8 hours

Price: EUR 3,300

Hop aboard the weekly group sunset cruise, where we’ll search for dolphins as the sun goes down. You can also plan your own private trip with Blue Safari for the ultimate romantic escape or memorable evening with your loved ones.

Duration: Two hours

Price: EUR 120 per person for the group cruise (minimum requirement of 5 guests) / EUR 600 per boat for a private cruise

Catch the perfect wave in paradise and learn from the pros at Tropicsurf. Coaching is available for beginners, starting in the calm waters of Sunset Beach, through to intermediate and competent riders on the outer coral reef breaks, including Jet Ski assisted tow-backs to conserve energy.

Paddleboarding is the perfect way to explore the tranquil sea surrounding the island. Pick up a SUP from the Castaway Centre and take to the waters for a gentle workout, testing your core balance as you admire the beautiful views above and below the surface.

Price: Complimentary

Explore the undisturbed waters of Desroches in our crystal kayaks and observe the marine life beneath you on a guided tour. Regular kayaks are also available on most of our beaches, with a choice of single and double kayaks.

Regular kayaks: Complimentary

Crystal kayak guided tour: EUR 100 per kayak for two people

Seasoned walkers will enjoy this trek across 14 kilometres (9 miles) of uninterrupted beach framing the coast of Desroches Island, starting at the bar where you will be provided with water and energizing island trail mix. You will be welcomed back with a chilled fruit platter and your favourite island cocktail after conquering the largest of the Outer Amirante Islands.

Price: Complimentary

Duration: 4–6 hours

Cycling is by far the best way to explore the vast expanse of Desroches Island. More than 15 kilometres (9 miles) of biking trails and bicycles will be waiting for you at your villa on arrival.

Price: Complimentary

This classic game will keep you entertained for hours at the Castaway Centre, especially when things start to get competitive. Throw the boules and try to get them as close to the target as possible, working as a team to beat the opposition.

Price: Complimentary

Our island’s open-air, floodlit tennis court is as blue as the ocean, but made from stronger materials. Tennis rackets and balls are available to borrow, so you can simply grab a partner and enjoy a game or two. We have willing players on hand and a tennis coach can be arranged with advance notice.

Price: Complimentary (private lessons are chargeable)

Veer off the beaten path and immerse yourself in nature on Desroches – every inch of the island is waiting to be explored. Discover your favourite trail on the 14 kilometres (9 miles) of forest paths that traverse the island’s terrain.

Price: Complimentary

The Resort’s volleyball court is a central feature of the Castaway Centre. Gather your team for some friendly competition, not to mention prime sunset views over the Indian Ocean, or partake in our twice weekly matches with our own team members on Mondays and Thursdays.

Price: Complimentary

Time: 5:30 pm

Join our Cardio Class for fat-burning endurance or take part in the Calisthenics Beginner Class to increase strength and improve flexibility and mobility. Each class employs a variety of exercises designed to challenge every fitness level.

Price: Complimentary

Duration: 60 minutes

Work with our expert personal trainer to boost your workout through one-to-one sessions. In this tailored program, choose between cardio class, calisthenics class, gym class or Pilates.

Price: EUR 150

Duration: 60 minutes

Meet us on our island’s runway at sunset for a friendly football match. We have a number of football fanatics among our staff, why not join the team on our field of dreams every Wednesday and Saturday afternoon.

Price: Complimentary

Time: 5:30 pm

Whether you prefer to dine barefoot on the beach, in the privacy of your villa or suspended over the tranquil Indian Ocean on our jetty, our chefs will tailor a menu to suit your chosen surrounding and preferences.

Price: SCR 4,500 per person for four courses
SCR 5,500 per person for five courses

With 14 kilometres of beaches to explore, enjoy days of endless adventure and discovery. Let us know where you’d like to stop for lunch, and our team can set up your very own beach picnic, or you can simply take your own basket on your adventures complete with everything required for an island-style lunch.

Price: SCR 2,000 for set-up; menu items as listed

Discover the rich culinary traditions of Lebanon through authentic food prepared with care and fresh ingredients, as well as a selection of vegan delicacies.

Price: SCR 1,950

Experience distinctive flavours through a wide array of fresh, local seafood and sushi served alongside a Seychellois sunset at Claudine.

Price: SCR 2,150

Enjoy a flavour-filled dinner at Claudine as you delight in Kreole specialties such as octopus curry, coconut rice, grilled meats and sweet treats. If you’ve never tried the local cuisine, this is a great place to start.

Price: SCR 1,780

Treat your taste buds to a burst of intense flavours with curries, chutney, karak tea and naan, as our talented chefs come together to give you the best of India for dinner at Claudine.

Price: SCR 1,480

Head to the top of the Lighthouse restaurant for a private dinner served with the golden warmth of sunset and panoramic views over the Indian Ocean.

Price: Four-course menu: SCR 3,750
Five-course menu: SCR 4,750
Six-course menu: SCR 4,950

From the freshest local seafood to choice cuts of meat, ask our resident chef to prepare a gourmet barbecue to enjoy by the side of your private pool.

Price: Set-up SCR 2,000 + menu starting from SCR 3,500 per person

Kids can learn the basics of the local Creole language such as greetings, numbers and alphabet while also having fun with traditional dances such as Sega, Kanmtole and Moutya.

Improving children’s strength, flexibility and balance, wellness activities also help our young guests focus on their breathing and clearing their minds. These fun and engaging classes include Beach Yoga, Jetty Meditation and Castaway Stretching.

Let the island games begin! Teens can enjoy friendly competitions across a series of outdoor activities that will challenge their physical strength and coordination in a fun environment.

Kids can demonstrate their artisanal talent and creativity through coconut painting, origami and Picasso (drawing on canvas).

To make the most of our tropical surroundings, Kids For All Seasons offers a choice of outdoor activities such as volleyball, badminton, croquet and table tennis. Our team also offers indoor activities such as board games and kid-friendly karaoke.

From teen-chef competitions, blind tasting with our Resort chefs and smoothie-making sessions, our young guests have every opportunity to expand their culinary horizons.

Where better to explore and appreciate nature than on Desroches? Our team will guide kids and teens on a choice of nature hikes, beach walks and kayaking around the island, while highlighting the importance of protecting the environment.

Guided by instructions from our Kids For All Seasons team, kids can develop their spirit of competition and practice problem solving through weekly scavenger and treasure hunts.