Things to Doon Silhouette Island
Things to Do on Silhouette IslandSlow the pace right down or amp up the adrenaline. From five-star scuba diving to hiking in tropical nature, we’ve got activities to suit your style.
Boat Excursions
Join us for stunning boat excursions. On the Island Tour, make your way around Silhouette, explore its pristine snorkeling spots and discover the island from a different perspective.
We also run stunning sunset cruises with canapés and sparkling wine.
You can join a group, or we can organize a private trip for you. Contact us to start your journey.
Tortoise Feeding
Silhouette Island is home to the magnificent Aldabra tortoise. Guests are welcome to experience an unforgettable encounter by feeding these gentle giants up close every day at 10 AM.
Labriz Dive Center
Snorkeling
Padel
Explore StunningDive Sites
Explore Stunning Dive Sites- Anse Mondon – Max depth: 12 m – This small protected bay North of Silhouette island is perfect for learners and snorkelers alike.
- Black Rock – Max depth: 16 m – Starting from Anse Mondon, the granite wall heading South is known as Black Rock, which gets its name because of the colored rock that peaks at the surface.
- House Reef – Max depth: 14 m – At a depth of 12 to 14 meters our house reef is the perfect place for a dive trip.
- Coco Dans Trou – Max depth: 20 m – Situated in the South of Silhouette Island, next to Anse Patates, this underwater site consists of a sloping granite wall with large granite boulders and a sandy seabed.
- Pointe Grand Barb – Max depth: 30 m – The southern point of Grand Barbe beach houses a spectacular dive between cascading granite boulders and overhangs reaching the sandy seabed.
- Flat Rock – Max depth: 16 m – The area consists of a group of huge boulders lying about 400 meters from the shoreline, with the largest boulder rising to a few meters from the surface.
- North Island – Max depth: 20 m – One of the best coral reef dives we have on offer, this site consists of five hard coral pinnacles segregated by small sand channels.
Hiking
Discover the island’s lush tropical rainforest and unique wildlife through our adventurous hikes. Trek through scenic trails to explore secluded beaches, perfect for snorkeling, and uncover local history by visiting abandoned villages. Join our guided walks for an immersive experience in the island’s rich biodiversity.
Cultural Activities
Experience the local culture with the variety of events we have for you. Join us for a cooking class, where you will learn to prepare three traditional dishes, and taste street food with live music and traditional dancing in Cafe Dauban.
We also host free nature talks with the Island Conservation Society, where you can learn more about the island’s fascinating flora and fauna.
Join Usfor Guided Hikes
Join Us for Guided Hikes- Ramasse Tout – Take a stroll through history; across the old graveyard of the previous residents of Silhouette to the edge of the island for a mesmerizing view of the main trade channel between Silhouette and Mahe.
- Jardin Marron – Explore the history of the island with this hike to the center of Silhouette island via a trail initially trodden by enslaved people fleeing La Passe village in the 19th century. Also, the only known location of Coco de Mer on Silhouette.
- Anse Mondon – This beautiful hike through the National Park will guide you to the stunning “Belle Vue” viewpoint, followed by a small, secluded cove where you will have the chance to cool off on the beach or swim in the crystal-blue sea.
- Grand Barbe – Challenge yourself across the wilderness to the Grand Barbe plateau, a 1km stretch of pristine white sandy beach and chill with some of the oldest residents of the island – the Giant Tortoises.
Fitness Center
Keep up with your regime in our 24-hour gym. We’ve got free weights, cardiovascular equipment, and more.
Spa & Wellness
After a long day, our Eforea Spa is the perfect place to relax and unwind.