With a population of 6,500 people, Praslin is Seychelles’ second largest island. It lies 45km to the northeast of Mahé and can easily be reached by short domestic flight or 45 minute ferry. A leisurely tour around the island by car will take approximately 2 hours.
Praslin is the site of the fabulous Vallée de Mai, one of Seychelles’s two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The island features truly exquisite beaches such as Anse Lazio and Anse Georgette, both appearing on the top-10 list of world’s best beaches in recent years. It is more laid back than the main island and invites for biking to remote palm-fringed beaches lapped by turquoise waters, visiting restaurants and shops on Cote d’Or which used to be a favorite haunt of pirates prior to the settlement of the islands by the French in the mid 18th century.
Le Duc De Praslin
Ideally situated next to the crystal clear waters and white sand of the famous Cote d’Or Beach, this is the perfect hotel for a relaxing holiday enjoying the beauty and hospitality that the island and its people have to offer. Two diving centers are within walking distance.
DETAILS:
• 28 modern rooms over looking beautiful tropical gardens, orchid collections and Koi ponds.
• 7 day long stay special with half-board
• Located on beautiful Cote d’Or beach
Constantia Lemuria
Experience the ultimate lifestyle hotel at the 5-star Constance Lémuria on Praslin Island. Enjoy the elegant luxury of the spacious suites and villas with views over the Indian Ocean. Unwind in swimming pools seemingly crafted by nature and indulge your passion for fine food, ultimate comfort and joyful excitement. Treat your senses at Spa de Constance or reconnect with your playful side on the 18-hole golf course, dive stunning granite reefs or enjoy the watersports and other activities on offer.
DETAILS:
• 105 units located on beautiful beach
• Scuba Dive Center to explore some of the world’s best dive sites
Raffles
Cradled at the heart of the original Garden of Eden, the island of Praslin, are eighty-six architecturally exquisite villas ringed by the sublime beauty of white powdered sands, opal-hued oceans and lush green hills. The ideal place to rediscover the luxury of spontaneity, Raffles Praslin, is infused with Seychellois spirit and traditional Raffles service. Swim, sunbathe, snorkel, sail, kayak, walk…or just do nothing at all. Escape the everyday to explore your senses and to reconnect – with yourself and those you love.
The adventurous can explore the mystic prehistoric forest of Vallée de Mai, the magical islands of Curieuse and La Digue, and the vibrant coral beds at the Curieuse National Marine Park. In fact, even the journey to the hotel is to experience glorious, abundant, surprising nature. Dine at Curieuse Seafood Restaurant, delight in the colourful themed evenings of Losean Restaurant, enjoy a Praslin Sling at the Pool Café & Bar, meet for drinks and beats in the Danzil Lounge Bar, or relax at the Takamaka Terrace for cocktails and stargazing. Alternatively, unwind in the award winning Raffles Spa – the finest in the archipelago – taking your body, mind and spirit back to a state of pure relaxation. With ocean views from the treatment pavilions, and the very best pampering in the whole of Seychelles, the spa is a destination unto itself, famous the world over.
DETAILS:
• 86 villas on beach or hill side
• Part of exquisite Raffles collection of properties
• Many accolades and awards including Forbe’s Travel Guide Top Ten Beach Resorts