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North Island

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A private-island sanctuary of eleven villas, reached by helicopter, on its own granite-and-sand island.

Thirty kilometres off Mahé, North Island is a single private island given over to just eleven villas, each more than 450 square metres of timber, glass and stone with its own pool and stretch of beach. Once a Luxury Collection property, it now operates independently following a top-to-bottom renovation, and remains one of the most exclusive addresses in the Indian Ocean.

The mood is barefoot rather than formal: handcrafted villas, a conservation-led island where giant tortoises roam, and a level of seclusion that suits honeymooners and privacy-seeking families taking the whole island. Service is intuitive and all but invisible, and the rates match the rarity.

Is it right for you?

Perfect for

Honeymooners and privacy-seekers wanting one of the Indian Ocean's most exclusive islands

Consider elsewhere if

You prefer a larger resort with multiple restaurants and a livelier scene

Best room category

A beachfront villa; for a buy-out, the whole island sleeps a single group

Best time to go

April to May and October to November for calm seas between monsoons

Getting there

A roughly 20–25 minute helicopter transfer from Mahé

Dining & vibe

Relaxed, near-private dining set wherever you wish; barefoot, conservation-minded luxury

What we'll arrange

Paltino arranges the helicopter transfer from Mahé, the villa or full-island buy-out, and private dining and diving.

Considering North Island? Ask us for candid advice on rooms, timing and transfers — or call +1 250-385-3001.

Start Planning Your Journey

Tell us a little about the trip you have in mind and a specialist will be in touch personally. Prefer to talk? Call +1 250-385-3001.