Aldabra is an amazing example of one of the world’s untouched environments and most fragile ecosystems. The world’s largest raised coral atoll, it consists of 13 islands which make up one third of the Seychelles’ land mass, the whole of Mahé can fit inside it’s lagoon. The Aldabra Group consists of Astove, Cosmoledo, Assumption and of course Aldabra. Home to 273 species of flowering plant and fern of which nineteen are endemic and twenty-two shared only with neighboring islands, Aldabra is sometimes described the land man forgot and rightly so. Giant tortoises belong to one of the most ancient groups of animals alive today, and have survived unchanged for perhaps 200 million years. On Aldabra - they live happily with a population of about 120 000.,the world’s largest tortoise colony (according to the latest census results). The last remaining flightless bird of the Indian Ocean, the white throated rail, is found only on Aldabra together with the Aldabra drongo and unique varieties of sunbird, fody, white eye bulbul, nightjar, coucal, pigeon and turtle dove. Other rare birds include the greater flamingo and red-footed boobies. As Aldabra is a World Heritage Site access to the atoll is carefully controlled. To ensure the protection of it’s unique, fragile ecosystem special permission is required for anyone wishing to visit the island. The island is administered by the Seychelles Island Foundation and a research station with scientific laboratory and housing facilities, for the few research staff are the only signs of habitation. Research programmes and filming trips to Aldabra can be organized through the SIF or individuals can book through the only chartering company currently running expeditions to visit Aldabra.

For the distance that it takes you to retrieve your baggage in some international airports you can be out of the Seychelles International Airport and comfortably installed in one of the chalets of Anonyme Island. The small granitic island, which is literally just across the runway at Pte. Larue, opened the doors to its six luxury suites, one presidential suite and a gourmet restaurant this year. There is also a swimming pool, a bar and a tennis court. Anonyme is a cute little granitic island whose waters provide good snorkeling. The resort’s ferry service operates normally between 0900h and 1800h and they will also pick you up for a dinner booking.

The islands of Astove and Charlotte that make up the atoll is located roughly 35 km south-west of Cosmoledo Atoll. This atoll forms part of the remote jewels scattered throughout the azure waters of the Indian Ocean, namely the Outer Islands of the Seychelles The atoll holds a large inner lagoon, white sandy beaches, a plethora of bird and fish species, and the awe-inspiring ‘Astove Wall’ holds impressive sheer drop-offs which makes you feel like you’re staring down the Grand Canyon. Overlooking picture-perfect beaches, fringed by palm trees and with not another soul in sight, the lodge is wonderfully unique and completely immersed in the natural surroundings of the Outer Islands The single accommodation, the newly renovated Astove Coral House, ensures a unique experience as it only caters for a small number of guests per week. The House provides stylish relaxation with Creole dining and great service. The surrounding waters and the colorful coral reefs that they hold plays host to a variety of curious and impressive marine animals. This combined with the sheer drop-offs of “The Wall” and drastic fluctuations of the inner lagoon, create nutrient-rich currents which brings with it an assortment of sought-after fish species. The high number of species like Indo-Pacific Permit, Barracuda, Bluefin Trevally and the like, is what makes Astove such an incredible fishing destination.

Bird is the most northerly island in all of Seychelles, surrounded by sparkling white beaches and crystal blue waters. 7 villas offer a ‘back to nature' experience amid the gardens of an ancient coconut plantation, a bird sanctuary, a nesting site for turtles and the home of Esmeralda, the world’s largest giant tortoise.

Chauve Souris is an island in Seychelles, lying 400 m northeast of the island of Praslin. Another nearby island - Saint-Pierre Island is located immediately in the north. The island is a granite island covered with tropical forest. Fauna is limited to the likes of skinks, geckoes and limited birdlife that chiefly use the island as a roost. Chauve Souris Island has a small resort: Club Vacanze Seychelles. There is also a Chauve Souris island near the western coast of the island of Mahé.