Seychelles & Mauritius: Two Pearls of the Indian Ocean

A short ferry crossing delivers guests to La Digue, an island where cars remain rare and bicycles are the preferred way to get around.

The days here move at a genuinely slower pace, built around Anse Source d’Argent, whose pink-tinged sand and scattered granite boulders have made it one of the most recognizable beaches anywhere in the world, along with quieter neighboring stretches such as Grand Anse and Petite Anse.

Beyond the beaches, La Digue is home to a small population of Aldabra giant tortoises, some of which can be seen up close at a local reserve, and the island’s laid-back pace makes it a natural setting for slow mornings and long, unplanned afternoons.

A short flight connects La Digue to Mauritius, where a transfer delivers guests to Sugar Beach on the island’s west coast.

The shift in pace is immediate and deliberate: after several days of exploration in the Seychelles, the remaining days settle into the more resort-focused rhythm of Mauritius, with its long stretch of private beach, manicured gardens, and full range of water sports and spa treatments close at hand.

For guests who want a final dose of activity before the trip closes, the Chamarel Seven Colored Earth Geopark and Black River Gorges National Park are both within reach of a half-day excursion, offering a last look at Mauritius’s volcanic landscape before settling into the final days of pure relaxation.