Some of the world's leaders in successful and authentic eco-tourism have invested in North Island, an island that has been uninhabited for over thirty years. They recognized the island's potential as a sanctuary for both discerning travelers and wildlife. Here the island's natural habitats are being rehabilitated and critically endangered Seychellois fauna and flora species re-introduced and saved from extinction.

The "barefoot luxury Robinson Crusoe" development on North Island is unashamedly aimed at providing the very best in privacy, location, accommodation, services and facilities to the most discerning and privileged world travelers. The island is larger than Monte Carlo, yet only has 11 guest villas! Be assured that the staff on North Island will go to every length to pamper you, to enrich you and to rejuvenate your soul.  But the essence of North Island remains one of sustainable, ecologically sensitive utilization os a precious, natural treasure.North Island's architect's, Silvio Rech and Lesley Carstens, and a team of craftsmen from Africa, Zanzibar, Bali and the Seychelles, have created a fusion of cultures and architectural styles to produce a "Robinson Crusoe luxury paradise" unlike any other. The extensive facilities include 11 incredible air-conditioned guest villas, each with its own private pool.  There is also a beautiful health spa and gym, a breathtakingly lovely swimming pool hewn into a granitic outcrop and a  Sunset Bar tucked away on western side of the island.

The 11 guest villas have been lovingly handcrafted on the island from wood, local stone and glass, with thatched "alang alang" roofs. With a footprint of over 450 square metres, each villa is completely self-contained and comprises a luxuriously proportioned bedroom with a huge en-suite bathroom and an outside shower. Air-conditioning, overhead "punkah punkah" fans and fully retracting sliding windows (for 270-degree views) provide a pampering environment for the enjoyment of the balmy ocean breezes.

An additional study or bedroom is equipped with a DVD/CD system, internet access, and can also be arranged to serve as accommodation for children. The kitchen leads off the expansive sun-deck and covered lounge area. Guests can elect to enjoy their meals in their villa, in the Island's main piazza area or in  other beautiful private areas on the island. A private plunge pool and sala completes the exclusive sanctuary within a sanctuary. A full butler service caters for your every need.

Some of the possible activities  on North Island include swimming and sunbathing on the private beaches, excellent snorkelling right off the beaches, and fantastic reef and wall scuba diving with visibility up to 40 metres! Enjoy massage and health therapy in the Spa or in the comfort of your private villa. Visit the gymnasium, take nature walks with the resident ecologist, or go birding with the resident naturalist. Other activities include deep sea fishing, windsurfing, guided sea kayaking, hobie sailing, yacht charters, boating trips to explore neighboring islands, mountain biking, and even golf at the 18-hole Lamuria Resort on Praslin Island (a private helicopter charter will be arranged at extra cost).

Besides its exceptional beauty, North Island has long been renowned for its fertility and also for the richness of the fishing grounds wherein it nestles. It is not surprising therefore, that North Island’s lodge should draw upon these exceptional natural resources. The cuisine is based on the very finest natural products lovingly prepared in a sumptuous array of exotic dishes.

The cuisine of North Island is based on the diversity and cultural influences which, in part, make up the Seychellois Creole flavour. Culinary aspects of Seychelles, France and southern Indian spices are combined with the organic resources of North Island and the abundance on offer from the Indian Ocean. Balanced together with simplicity, expect a feast that will awaken all of your senses.

There is a “no menu” concept of dining on North Island and the chef speaks to each guest, explains the North Island cuisine concept, finds out personal food preferences and then develops the menus daily around this information.

During your stay on North Island, you can be sure of a memorable culinary experience, complimented by an impressive cellar with some of the world’s great wines and champagnes.