Alphonse Island
Seychelles
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International economy flights and taxes subject to availability
Internal flights
Accommodation
Full Board
based on 2 people sharing a Beach Bungalow on a full board basis, including domestic flights.
At a Glance
One of the most remote inhabited islands in the Seychelles
Experience some of the world's finest saltwater fly-fishing
Perfect destination for an authentic and unspoilt island experience
22 privately spaced air conditioned Beach Bungalows and 5 One-Bedroom Beach Suites
Alphonse has one of the world's best climates with consistent summer weather seldom dropping below 22°C
Excellent local Seychellois Creole and French cuisine incorporating the indigenous flora and freshly caught fish
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Situated just south of the equator, the Seychelles have a warm tropical climate. The consistently warm tropical weather makes the Seychelles a good year round destination.
There is little fluctuation in warmth, with temperatures ranging from 24C to 31C all year round. From May to October a southeast trade wind can bring marginally cooler weather and fresh breezes. From November to March the northwest monsoon wind blows, typically raising temperature and humidity. December and January are the wettest months, but the rain falls in short sharp bursts before the sun comes out again.
Insider's View
I ate some of the freshest Tuna Sashimi I have ever tasted while staying at Alphonse!
If your budget allows, I would highly recommend staying in one of their Beach Suites. The Beach Bungalows are still lovely, but simple, and the Beach Suites offer more space and comfort.
Take your bicycle and head off to explore the island and the beautiful untouched beaches.
To start planning your holiday to Alphonse Island
Description
Alphonse Island in the Seychelles is a private island bursting with natural beauty. Spend your days enjoying world-class fly-fishing, superb snorkelling and diving and time relaxing on the idyllic white sandy beaches.
Accommodation
Alphonse Island has only 22 Beach Bungalows and 5 Beach Suites which are nestled into the lush tropical fauna and just moments from the white sandy beach. Both feature outdoor showers to maximise enjoyment of the warm weather as well as ocean facing outdoor space in which to relax or enjoy a private dinner. Both Bungalows and Suites are air-conditioned and amenities include a Nespresso machine, dressing gowns and slippers and private bicycles to explore this island paradise.
| Beach Bungalow | Located along the east coast of Alphonse Island, the 22 Beach Bungalows have 1 king bed and can accommodate an extra bed or cot for a child. |
| Beach Suite | These one bedroom suites sleep 2 adults and 2 children and offer a large lounge area and additional guest bathroom. |
Childcare
Families are welcome at Alphonse Island and the island provides a wonderful natural playground for guests of all ages. Whilst the island does not have a dedicated kids club, during school holidays Alphonse runs the 'Alphonse Tribe' programme, with a variety of activities organised across the island to enable families and children to become immersed in the stunning flora and fauna and turquoise waters that surround this natural paradise. Tribe activities are fully supervised by the Kids Champion and most are complimentary. Activities include accompanying the Island Conservation Society to assist in monitoring turtle movements, identifying birds and planting trees and snorkelling trips, kayaking, cycling. fly fishing and PADI diving courses.
Accommodation at Alphonse can easily be adapted into Family Rooms and there is a child friendly buffet laid on at an earlier time for hungry guests. Babysitting services are available for US $30 per hour and can be booked in advance or on the island.
Facilities
Alphonse Island offers a central dining and bar area next to a main swimming pool and the restaurant serves traditional Creole creations and Asian inspired dishes, incorporating produce from the local surroundings, such as freshly grown fruit and vegetables from the island's own gardens and freshly caught fish. Next to the Vegetable & Fruit Garden there is also a Smoothie Cafe for a refreshing and healthy way to enjoy the fresh produce. The island makes the best possible use of the outdoor wonders of this slice of paradise and offers facilities to complement the many activities on offer, including a PADI dive centre, a cycling track around the island and a floodlit tennis court. An indoor games room is also at guests' disposition with billiards and table tennis tables. The natural environment of Alphonse being as richly diverse as it is, the island also has its own Island Conservation Society Centre to monitor the local eco-system and protect the fragile flora and fauna. The island's Azure Spa offers a luxurious refuge with a range of body wraps and scrubs, massages and beauty treatments.
Activities
Alphonse Island is the ultimate nature lover's paradise and presents an untouched sanctuary with a uniquely protected eco-system. The island is waiting to be discovered by it's guests at their leisure whether on foot or by bike and a range of complimentary excursions are also on offer from dining to nature tours.
Alphonse is a paradise for fishing offering world-class conditions with waters teeming with marine life and ten thousand acres of white sand flats for fly fishing. The atolls are home to large populations of fish including bonefish, triggerfish, barracuda, snapper, grouper, tuna, trevally and dorado.
The vibrant and untouched coral reefs found within the safety of the lagoon offer incredible opportunities for snorkelling and diving with crystal clear waters for great visibility and an abundance of colourful reef fish and inquisitive manta rays and turtles to behold. The variety of pristine dive sites around Alphonse provide suitable diving for all levels and the full range of PADI courses are available. An array of other water-based activities are also on offer such as sunset catamaran cruises, swimming with wild spinner dolphins, stand-up paddling, sailing and waterbiking to name but a few.
On land, there are hundreds of species of bird to discover as well as free-roaming Aldabra giant tortoises, nesting turtles and stunning plant life. Once you've taken in this stunning natural paradise, enjoy relaxing on the beach, at the spa or by the pool with a cocktail.
Location & directions
Seychelles
The Alphonse atoll group is located 400km south west of Mahé and comprises Alphonse, St. Francois and Bijoutier islands. Alphonse is only 7° south of the equator and is a pristine, untouched island with dense natural forest and beautiful white beaches.
How to get there
Alphonse Island is accessed by a 1 hour domestic flight from Mahé.
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