This 9-day Seychelles itinerary is created for travellers seeking something far removed from the classic island-hopping route. This package highlights Silhouette Island, Bird Island, and the untamed south of Mahé.
The experience begins on Silhouette Island, Seychelles’ third-largest island and one of its most protected landscapes. With over 90% of the island designated as a national park and no public road network, Silhouette feels frozen in time.
Towering granite peaks rise from dense rainforest and plunge directly into coral-fringed seas. Guided jungle treks lead through virgin forest to hidden coves like Anse Mondon, while architectural relics such as the Dauban Mausoleum hint at the island’s colonial past. Snorkeling here feels intimate and wild, with granite boulders forming natural underwater sanctuaries teeming with marine life.
From mountainous jungle to flat coral cay, the journey then shifts dramatically to Bird Island. Reached by a scenic light aircraft flight, this private island delivers a true off-grid experience. With no televisions, no air-conditioning, and minimal artificial light, Bird Island immerses you in nature’s rhythms. Home to one of the world’s largest seabird colonies, free-roaming giant tortoises, and seasonal turtle nesting beaches, the island feels like stepping into a living nature documentary. Evenings are spent stargazing under some of the clearest skies in the Indian Ocean.
The final chapter unfolds in South Mahé, a region often overlooked by first-time visitors. Here, wild surf beaches, quiet coastal roads, and authentic Creole communities define the experience. Visits to Anse Intendance, historic rum distilleries, and craft villages offer a grounded cultural experience to this otherwise remote adventure.
Ideal for seasoned travellers, conservation enthusiasts, photographers, birders, and couples seeking meaningful luxury, this itinerary delivers Seychelles in its rawest, most unforgettable form.
Venture into Seychelles’ wild side with rainforest treks on road-free Silhouette Island, secluded snorkeling bays, and granite reef lagoons. Fly to off-grid Bird Island for giant tortoise encounters, seabird colonies, turtle conservation walks, and pristine stargazing. Conclude on South Mahé’s untamed beaches and Creole culture, blending raw nature, conservation, and meaningful romantic seclusion.
Arrive in Mahé and transfer by helicopter or resort boat to Silhouette Island. Settle into your eco-luxury resort surrounded by rainforest and ocean, spending the day acclimating to the island’s wild, road-free atmosphere.
Overnight Stay: Silhouette Island
Explore Silhouette’s interior with guided rainforest walks through endemic flora and fauna. Visit the striking Dauban Mausoleum hidden within the jungle, then unwind along the secluded shoreline with uninterrupted ocean views.
Overnight Stay: Silhouette Island
Trek through untouched forest to Anse Mondon, one of the island’s most secluded bays. Enjoy snorkeling in crystal-clear waters before returning along coastal trails framed by granite cliffs and tropical vegetation.
Overnight Stay: Silhouette Island
Spend the day snorkeling around Silhouette’s granite “Spa Rocks,” where vibrant marine life gathers naturally. The rest of the day is free for kayaking, beachcombing, or spa treatments in complete island seclusion.
Overnight Stay: Silhouette Island
Return to Mahé and board a scenic light aircraft flight to Bird Island. Disconnect completely as you arrive on this coral cay, spending the day walking empty beaches and observing birdlife in a truly untouched environment.
Overnight Stay: Bird Island
Meet Esmeralda, the world’s heaviest giant tortoise, and explore the island’s tortoise population roaming freely. Witness vast seabird colonies and learn about Bird Island’s conservation programs directly from resident naturalists.
Overnight Stay: Bird Island
Join guided turtle walks during nesting season to observe Hawksbill turtles laying eggs on the beach. As night falls, experience extraordinary stargazing under zero light pollution skies across the Indian Ocean.
Overnight Stay: Bird Island
Fly back to Mahé and transfer to the island’s quiet southern coast. Visit Anse Intendance, a dramatic and powerful beach backed by lush hills, perfect for photography and reflective walks.
Overnight Stay: South Mahé
Explore Takamaka Rum Distillery and the Creole Craft Village at Domaine de Val des Près for local culture and souvenirs. Transfer to Seychelles International Airport for your onward journey.