Indian Ocean; an Expert Guide to the area
The Indian Ocean is the realm of ultimate holiday dreams. Delightfully free from malaria, the islands offer some of the worlds finest beach destinations.
The Seychelles have a slogan that describes their charm; 'unique by a thousand miles'. Hosting approximately 100 islands, some of which are the most luxurious private islands in the world, the Seychelles are a natural paradise with glorious tropical forests, woodlands and beaches iunspolit by the rigours of the modern world.
The main islands of Praslin, Mahe and La Dique are home to a scattering of large hotels which ultimately are not what the Seychelles are all about. Off their coast lie some of the worlds most beautiful private islands, home to some of the worlds finest beach lodges.
Mauritius is home to vast hotels offering 5 star Westernised standards and unparalleled levels of opulent luxury. With golf courses, impressive terraces, vast dining rooms and an array of different room types the hotels are incredibly sophisticated and the Mauritians are a people with an unbelievable level of serive seemingly inbedded in their genes.
Highlights of the Indian Ocean
The Seychelles, North Island
As pictured above! Wilderness Safaris opened 'North' less than 2 years ago. The island is truly unreal.
The Seychelles, Fregate Island
Again, a staggeringly beautiful private island.
Mauritius, the Royal Palm
Opulent luxury at its best.
Our Overall View
The problem with flying to the Seychelles or Mauritius is the night you have to lay over in either Nairobi or Jo'Burg. However the rewards of flying out to these islands are certainly worth it as the overall level of accommodation is better than the majority of Africa's beach lodges. Mauritius caters for its specific market which in our view dosnt match the whole safari ethos. The Seychelles however are simply sublime.
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