Frégate is situated approximately 55 kilometres from Mahé and is the most distant of the granitic Inner Island group. This island microcosm measuring some 2 square km is home to no less than fifty species of birds, among which is the rare Seychelles magpie robin, as well as other rare species of fauna.

This fertile island features a luxurious five-star lodge offering the optimum in comfort and amenities that has become a favourite hideaway for Hollywood stars with sumptuous, deluxe villas right on the foreshore to ensure everyone has a million-dollar sea-view.

History and Culture

Frégate was a popular pirate haunt during the latter part of the 17th century and stories persist of treasure hidden somewhere on its 280 hectares.

The Seychellois magnate Harry Savy purchased the island after World War II, transforming it into a highly profitable venture by growing vegetables, fruit, coffee, vanilla, cinammon and poultry for markets on Mahé. The island sustained a population of some 100 persons, busily engaged in Savy’s several lucrative enterprises.

More recently, the island has evolved from humble beginnings as a tourist lodge into an internationally renowned 5 star paradise offering a ‘private island’ experience to the rich and famous.