Imagine ... an island

No one disrupts the calm in this unique estate that is dedicated to absolute peace an quiet...
Ah, the delight of a moment of quiet centemplation, far from the crowd and prying eyes...
Round Island is truly an exciting destination.
Sudenly, time itself seems to stand still. And all is well...

History

The Seychelles were officially discovered in 1500 by Portuguese caravels criss-crossing the seas in quest of new lands to explore and new resources to plunder.

Due to their location astride the shipping lanes to the East Indies, the Seychelles became a favourite haunt of pirates who preyed on merchant shipping in the 17th century. They were known to hide their hauls on the islands. Legend has it that some of their treasure still buried there...

The islands owe their name to Viscount Jean Moreau de Séchelles, Chancellor of the Exchequer to King Louis XV of France, even though he never set foot on them. The French set up shop on a number of the islands, to which they gave names such as as Ile d'Abondance (now Mahé) or Ile de Palme (now Praslin). They would use them as a half-way staging point on the way to their mercantile interests in the Far-East. In 1811 the British fought and besieged the French, and added the Séchelles to the British Empire.
The archipelago's name, "Séchelles", was subsequently anglicised to "Seychelles".
The British ruled over the archipelago until its independence in 1976, abolishing slavery, populating it and developing its economy based on coconut products, copra, cocoa and vanilla.

In 1977, although officially a republic, the Seychelles, which maintain very close links with Great Britain, joined the Commonwealth.

Nowadays, with more than 80,000 inhabitants, the cosmopolitan population of the Seychelles is truly a multicultural melting pot, with the Grand Blancs, descendants of the French colonists, mixed-race people, Mozambican and Malagasy Africans, Creoles, Chinese and Malabars...

Philosophy

Ours is more than just a philosophy it is an art of living. To travel to Round Island is to enter a sanctuary dedicated to nature, with just the minimum of luxury needed to feel at one with the elements.

Respecting the environment

Man is temporal, nature will endure...All the buildings on the island have been carefully designed to integrate seamlessly into the surrounding environment without damaging or defacing it in any way. We have made extensive use of wood from native trees such as Tabebuia pallida, Balau, etc. And Takamaka House is built right into and around the granite rock.

Our commitment to nature is an ongoing and all-encompassing one. Every day we are hard at work to protect the island's marvellous and well-preserved biodiversity.

The indigenous species of the island are everywhere to be seen, from the sociable white-tail tropic birds, to immaculate terns, giant tortoises, etc.

Another take on luxury: exclusivity

We have purposefully limited the capacity of Round Island in order to preserve the exclusivity of your stay there.

The discreet and welcoming staff are on hand to cater to your every need and provide you with the highest-quality service.

Be it catering or leisure pursuits, we will adapt to your expectations; your well-being and enjoyment are our primary concern.

Should you so desire, you can book the entire Island, which can host cater for up to twenty guests.

Location

Located south east of Praslin, right in the middle of the Seychelles Islands archipelago, Round Island is a private owned luxuary island. In a lagoon well protected from trade winds and currents, this island where life is sweet and unhampered by prying eyes, we offer you accomodation in luxury Creole style villas scattered amid lush vegetation.

We invite you to discover a truly exciting destination.

Activities & Leisure

On Round Island you can choose between numerous pleasurable and relaxing activities.
Are you one for water sports?

If you are one for strong sensations, sailing, kayaking, deep sea diving and big game fishing are available whatever your level. Our qualified staff are at your disposal to guide you in your adventures.

How about an excursion?

Head for Praslin or La Digue, or indulge in some snorkelling to admire the fauna and flora on the sea bed. A boat with a skipper is always ready to set sail at your command.

Let yourself be pampered!

Enjoy an invigorating massage or a range of beauty treatments or how about some fitness sessions? Round Island has a fully-equipped gym with Jacuzzi.

You can also have a swim in the excellent pool or in the temperate waters of the lagoon.
Keen golfers will enjoy playing at the magnificent Lemuria Resort golf course which is within easy reach only a few minutes from Round Island.

There is also a games room, a library, and a video library enjoy life on Round Island!

Catering

Gastronomy and creativity

At the crossroads of the world's major culinary influences, the Seychelles have inherited the culinary traditions of Asia, Africa, Europe and Australasia.

Our chef will demonstrate his inventiveness and know-how to delight your palate in an ever-renewed quest for new culinary sensations. In keeping with our philosophy of exclusivity, we are always prepared to adapt the fare on offer to your wishes and preferences.

If you are looking for a unique dining experience, you can have your meals served at any location on the island to combine the delights of haute cuisine with the pleasures of the senses and contemplation.

Information/Situation

The Seychelles…115 blessed paradise islands, strung across the tropics in the Indian Ocean between Africa and India.

The islands of the central archipelago of Mahé, Praslin et Digue were formed when India and Madagascar separated, aeons ago. The granite subsoil here has resulted in extreme topographical phenomena: from overgrown, jagged mountain peaks to huge polished rocks bordering the crystal clear lagoons.

The Seychelles are an ecological paradise, one of the last places on Earth whose biodiversity has been completely preserved. The archipelago, which is home to two UNESCO World Heritage sites, boasts a fantastic but fragile flora and fauna.

Thanks to its unique location, the Seychelles has a tropical climate with year-round temperatures averaging 30°C; the archipelago is not on the path of hurricanes.

So enjoy the fantastic scenery, the soothing calm, the marvellously diverse natural heritage, the islands’ unique charm.