Six Senses Zil Pasyon

Félicité Island, Seychelles

PERSONALITIES

Ocean lovers. Wellness seekers. Design enthusiasts. Adventure travelers. Slow luxury explorers. Conscious hedonists.

MOMENTS

Granite boulders and turquoise seas. Salt air on skin. Morning yoga facing the horizon. Kayaking between islands. Infinity pools carved into rock. Barefoot dinners under stars.

BEST VISITING MONTHS

The best time to visit Six Senses Zil Pasyon is from April to October, when the Seychelles experience calm seas, long sunny days, and a steady ocean breeze. These months are ideal for diving, island-hopping, and exploring coral reefs alive with color. The shoulder months—April, May, and October—offer the perfect balance of gentle weather and quiet seclusion, when the island’s lagoons and trails are at their most serene.

COST

WHY STAY

Set on Félicité Island, one of the most dramatic of the Seychelles’ Inner Islands, Six Senses Zil Pasyon is a place where granite peaks rise from turquoise water and jungle spills down to the sand. Just thirty minutes by boat from La Digue or fifteen by helicopter from Mahé, this private island feels entirely detached from the world yet deeply connected to nature. The landscape—wild, ancient, and sculptural—creates a natural theater of rock, light, and sea.

Architecture here flows with the island rather than against it. Designed by Richard Hywel Evans, villas are suspended between granite boulders and tropical greenery, with floor-to-ceiling glass framing ocean panoramas. Interiors are minimalist yet tactile: pale wood, linen, stone, and shadow. The design balances raw nature with refined comfort, allowing the island itself to be the main act. Private infinity pools overlook the Indian Ocean, while winding paths lead from villa to sea, forest to spa, sunrise to sunset.

Wellness is woven through everything. The Six Senses Spa sits high among granite rocks, its glass walls opening to the ocean breeze. Treatments draw on island botanicals, sea salt, and sound healing rituals. Yoga decks hover above the jungle canopy, and guided meditation sessions invite deep restoration. Zil Pasyon was founded on the Six Senses philosophy of reconnection—between self and surroundings, luxury and consciousness. Every moment encourages you to slow down, listen, and realign with the natural rhythm of the island.

WHY WANDER

Beyond the island’s shores lies an archipelago made for exploration. Kayak or paddleboard through turquoise lagoons, where sea turtles glide beneath you and rays scatter light below the surface. Hike across Félicité’s wild interior, a sanctuary of rare palms, tropical birds, and panoramic viewpoints over the Indian Ocean. Snorkeling and diving excursions reveal thriving coral gardens, protected through ongoing conservation initiatives supported by the resort.

From Zil Pasyon, it’s easy to venture to nearby islands—La Digue, with its famous Anse Source d’Argent beach and cycling trails; Curieuse, home to the giant Aldabra tortoises; or Coco Island, a protected marine reserve alive with tropical fish. Guests can sail between them aboard traditional boats, stopping to swim, picnic, or simply drift with the current.

As the day fades, return to Félicité’s quiet rhythms—sunset from your infinity pool, cocktails beneath granite peaks, and the sound of the ocean folding into the night. Here, wandering isn’t about distance—it’s about rediscovering a sense of wonder with every horizon.

INDULGE IN

Cuisine celebrates the rhythm of the islands. Dishes blend Creole flavors with Mediterranean inspiration, using organic produce grown in the resort’s gardens and freshly caught seafood from local fishermen. From oceanfront breakfasts to firelit dinners at the Chef’s Table, every meal is shaped by the land and sea. Coconut, vanilla, lime, and tropical herbs infuse each dish. Don’t miss the resort’s homemade rum infusions and island-grown cacao desserts—a true taste of Seychelles soul.

GETTING THERE

Fly into Mahé International Airport, then connect via 15-minute helicopter transfer directly to Félicité Island, or travel by boat from Praslin or La Digue. Each journey reveals the archipelago’s stunning geography—emerald islands scattered across an endless sea.

WILD INITIATIVES

Six Senses Zil Pasyon’s sustainability program protects both the island and its surrounding marine ecosystems. Through coral restoration, native plant reforestation, and turtle monitoring, the resort works to preserve biodiversity across the Félicité marine zone. Solar energy powers much of the resort, water is desalinated on-site, and zero-waste practices reduce the island’s footprint.

The resort’s Earth Lab invites guests to see sustainability in action—composting, recycling, and natural product making. The Seychelles Conservation and Restoration Project rehabilitates local habitats and supports endangered species, while education programs engage local communities and visiting children alike. Every stay contributes directly to maintaining the delicate balance between barefoot luxury and ecological responsibility.

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