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The Cousine Island Journal
Discover unique wildlife, explore island culture, and join our conservation team in their daily quest to restore and protect the unique ecosystems of the Seychelles archipelago. All on the most exclusive private island in the world.
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Beyond the Horizon: Curated Day Trips & the Soul of Creole Cuisine
This year‑end blog invites you to venture beyond Cousine Island’s tranquil shores. Optional day trips whisk you to nearby Praslin and La Digue by catamaran. Wander through Vallée de Mai, cycle through vanilla plantations, and lunch on octopus curry and coconut tart at a local Creole café. Afterwards, return to your private villa for sunset cocktails and gourmet dining.
The December Eco-Calendar: Witnessing the Ancient Rhythms of Turtle Nesting
December on Cousine Island is when rain refreshes the forest and hawksbill turtles return to nest on its beaches. Guests join conservation alerts to witness nesting or hatching, scan the horizon for dolphins and rays, and start the new year by planting indigenous trees. Sightings aren’t guaranteed, making each encounter a once‑in‑a‑lifetime memory.
Rainy Days, Cosy Plays: The Art of Family Connection this Festive Season 🎄
December rains on Cousine Island invite families to slow down and reconnect. The Pavilion becomes your island living room for board games, puzzles and art. Children learn to cook, craft and explore between showers, while parents unwind with spa treatments and quiet moments. Personalised experiences ensure everyone feels at home in paradise.
Trading Snow for Sand: Your Ultimate Seychelles Festive Season Retreat
Cousine Island in Seychelles transforms the year-end holidays into a private, conservation-centred celebration. With only five villas, bespoke festive services (custom stockings, floral arrangements, romantic dinners) and no fireworks, the island delivers a serene luxury getaway where gourmet meals, nature adventures and ecological stewardship converge.
Swimming with Gentle Giants: Whale Shark Season at Cousine Island
A serene encounter with the world’s largest fish awaits at Cousine Island. From September to November whale sharks grace Seychelles waters, and this private island offers respectful encounters, turtle hatchings, guided nature walks and indulgent packages. Linger into the festive season and discover conservation‑minded luxury amid pristine beaches.
October Kicks Off Holiday-Planning Season: A Step-by-Step Guide from Booking to Beach on Cousine Island
October is the quiet window before peak-season demand, making it the best time to secure villas, transfers and inter-island routes. This step-by-step guide shows how to structure a Seychelles itinerary that ends with a private and conservation-focused stay on Cousine Island.
Your Luxury, Your Legacy: A Guest Guide to Low-Impact Travel on Cousine Island
Cousine Island shows that exclusivity and sustainability can coexist. With limited villas, guided experiences and a conservation-first philosophy, the island allows guests to enjoy true privacy while preserving its delicate ecosystem.
Seabirds of October: Fairy Terns & White-Tailed Tropicbirds in Their Element
October marks the start of seabird breeding on Cousine Island, when Fairy Terns and White-tailed Tropicbirds perform courtship flights and nest undisturbed on one of the Seychelles’ few predator-free private islands.
October on Cousine: Hawksbill Turtles and the Magic of New Life
October marks the beginning of Hawksbill turtle nesting season on Cousine Island — a rare, intimate experience where luxury travelers witness over 18,000 hatchlings begin their journey to the sea.
Fishing Adventures in Seychelles: From Shore to Deep Sea
Seychelles is not just a postcard-perfect archipelago—it’s a living culture where fishing anchors daily life and cuisine. This guide explores shoreline fishing on Cousine Island’s beaches and deep-sea charters that pursue tuna, dorado and wahoo. It explains how guests participate in sustainable catch-to-table dining and highlights seasonal patterns and conservation rules that keep Seychelles’ marine ecosystems vibrant.
How Does a Private Island Power Paradise Sustainably? Cousine Island Shows the Way
Cousine Island offers more than pristine beaches. Once exploited, it now runs on solar energy, harvests rainwater, recycles waste and restores reefs. This blend of sustainability and indulgence has earned the island international accolades, proving that private luxury can be a force for conservation.
Have You Ever Sailed with the Trade Winds? Discover September’s Ocean Adventures on Cousine Island
September transforms Cousine Island into an ocean playground. Lively trade winds breathe life into catamaran voyages, windsurf sessions and paddleboard trips, while nesting turtles and breeding birds remind guests that every adventure supports a larger conservation story.
How Do You Get to Cousine Island? A Step‑by‑Step Travel Guide
Reaching Cousine Island is part of the adventure. From international flights into Mahé to private helicopter or yacht transfers, every step of the journey is designed to be seamless and unforgettable. Discover how to get to our exclusive private island in Seychelles and start your escape to paradise.
Is Seychelles Safe? Five Travel Tips for First-Time Visitors
Seychelles is known for its calm waters and political stability — but for travelers seeking total privacy and security, Cousine Island offers something more. Discover why this private island is the safest, most exclusive way to experience the Seychelles.
When Is the Best Time to Visit Seychelles?
Plan your trip to Seychelles by what you love most—water adventures, wildlife, or romance. With year-round exclusivity, Cousine Island always delivers something special.
Savoring Seychelles: A Taste of Cousine Island’s Cuisine
Taste the Seychelles at Cousine Island, where fresh Creole cuisine meets luxury and conservation. With all meals included and species protection at heart, this is sustainable dining done right.
The Exclusive Luxury of a Full‑Island Rental: Cousine Island, Entirely Yours
Experience absolute privacy with a full-island rental at Cousine Island: every villa, activity, and experience exclusively yours. Tailor your stay with Renew, Revive, Replenish, Detox, or Inspire for the ultimate private luxury escape.
How to Keep Your Kids Entertained While You Relax at Cousine Island
Unplug, explore, and reconnect: Cousine Island offers kids unforgettable nature adventures—from turtles to coral reefs—while parents unwind in serene luxury.
Need a Mid-Year Reset? Discover Spa & Yoga Bliss at Cousine Island
Discover Cousine Island’s rebranded Lakaz Lo Lans Spa and tranquil yoga studio—designed for the ultimate mid-year wellness retreat in the Seychelles.
Is July the Best Time for Ocean Adventures in the Seychelles?
July offers calm seas and sunlit skies—ideal for at-sea adventures on Cousine Island. Discover catamaran charters, snorkeling, fishing, and paddle boarding with luxury packages.
