Startling azure waters lap soft white sandy beaches against a backdrop of swaying palms – the islands of the Indian Ocean confirm and exceed all expectations of tropical paradise. Drawing influence from Africa, Asia and Europe, these islands are a surprising hybrid of cultures, bringing vibrancy and colour to the towns and resorts scattered across them. Whilst the islands share certain traits – pristine beaches, lush green interiors and diverse ethnicity – each destination can offer the visitor different things, enabling you to find your own paradise island.
The natural beauty of the Seychelles has been protected and preserved due to careful growth, and today they remain some of the most beautiful islands in the world. Home to rare species of bird and tree, including the black parrot and the amazing coco de mer palm, the islands are a real delight to visit.
Sri Lanka is fast opening up to visitors and is an undeniably fascinating destination, rich in scenery and culture, and with food that is sure to excite your taste-buds.
The small republic of the Maldives is made up of over a thousand tiny coral islands, possessing some of the most astonishing and beautiful underwater life in the world.
Truly escape from everyday life on these islands, where the resorts provide exclusive barefoot luxury that enables you to do as much or as little as you please. The most accessible of the Indian Ocean Islands is Mauritius, yet it is an equally appealing option. The island’s size ensures an extensive variety of opportunities – from sunbathing on casuarina-fringed beaches and visiting vibrant market towns to indulging in the island’s fantastic hybrid cuisine and marvelling at some stunning inland topography. The islands of the Indian Ocean will surpass your expectations, leaving you breathless at their beauty and longing to return.
Facts
Maldives
Climate Consistently hot. Wettest months – May to November.
Mauritius
Climate Hottest from January to April (cyclone season). No distinct rainy seasons. June to August has warm days and cool evenings.
Seychelles
Climate Warm/hot throughout the year with rain most likely from November
to April.