Five Reasons to Go Offline at Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island

Ironically, the same digital devices that foster so much productivity and convenience can also make it harder to relax in a castaway paradise. As tempting as it may be to capture everything on a camera phone, going offline for at least some of the time will help the entire family experience the magic of Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island. To help you live in the moment, we’ve curated the top five experiences that will do just that.

Bike and Explore

Cycling is by far the best way to explore the vast expanse of Desroches Island and there are more than 15 kilometres (9 miles) of biking trails and beaches waiting to be explored. Complimentary bicycles are provided for all to live an authentic castaway experience on your own terms and at the pace that suits. Each beach comes with its own recreation shack and our team will even help organise a beach picnic right on the sands.

Explore the World Underwater – Wild, Raw and Untouched

If untouched beaches weren’t enough to keep the family occupied, there are also endless opportunities for adventure in the ocean that lies beyond. The Resort’s Blue Safari team offers a range of diving experiences and courses for every age group and ability. With more than 18 classified dive sites to pick from and a vast amount of reef still to be explored, you can choose from wall dives, tunnels, deep caves, passages and swim throughs.

Connect with Seychelles and Go Local

Not only famous for its beautiful beaches and granite rocks, Seychelles is also home to high quality rum produced on the island. While Takamaka may remain as one of the most well-known local rum names, our bartender is sure to introduce your taste buds to a variety of flavours and options in a rum tasting class. Learn the story behind some of the finest rums that make up part of the local history, as you sip on flavours that you can later take home.

Meet One of Our Oldest Residents

Located on the opposite side of the runway and only a short bike ride away, the Tortoise Sanctuary, operated by the Island Conservation Society, is home to the island's oldest residents – the Aldabra giant tortoises. Coming face to face with these large reptiles is a unique experience especially since they are endemic to the Seychelles.

Surf the Waves of the Outer Amirantes

Learn to surf some of the most extraordinary reef passes on Desroches, almost all of them with a peeling wave of varying quality. In fact, there are more than 20 surfable waves on the island suitable for first-timers and advance wave riders alike. The Tropicsurf team are also the first to introduce jet ski assisted surfing, the first of its kind in the Seychelles, whereby the jet ski assists after each wave to allow you to conserve energy and increase your wave count.