A review of my experience staying at the luxury resort, Six Senses Seychelles – Zil Pasyon!
My perfect day in Seychelles involved brunch room service on our porch, reading at a secluded beach all day, followed by snacks and rosé in the infinity pool until sunset, and completed with a dinner under the stars. Six Senses Zil Pasyon could not have catered to this leisurely honeymoon any better. It is the sole resort located on the private island of Félicité, blending seamlessly with the abundant, unspoiled landscape. Six Senses says it best themselves: “Coral-fringed beaches and massive granite rocks create an air of drama and beauty in this haven of perpetual summer.” Sign me up for perpetual summers!
How to Get to Six Senses Zil Pasyon
Six Senses Zil Pasyon is incredibly remote, but easy to reach with many different options. You will fly into Seychelles to SEZ, Seychelles International Airport. From there, you can choose to be picked up via helicopter which is an easy 20 minutes flight over this beautiful archipelago. Another option is to fly or ferry to Praslin Island with Air Seychelles and have the Six Senses team pick you up in their private ferry to reach the island.
When we first arrived to Six Senses for our honeymoon we were blown away by the first impression. We were picked up from Praslin via their private ferry and pulled up to the dock to find their General Manager, Assistant GM, and our personal Guest Experience Manager awaiting our arrival. They chauffeured us via golf cart to our secluded villa for check-in and welcome champagne! They set the bar high and the entire team continued to exceed it every day.
The Villas at Six Senses Zil Pasyon
There are only 28 villas at Six Senses Zil Pasyon and they are absolutely exquisite. They blend in with the island and are almost hard to spot tucked away in the trees. You will be very far from your neighbors making it feel even more private.
Each villa features a massive deck with infinity pool, king sized beds lined with mosquito netting, and large bathrooms with soaking tubs overlooking the Indian Ocean. The bathrooms even have swings!
There is truly not a single thing the design team left on the table – they even installed under bed lights in case you need to get up in the middle of the night!
We spent lots of time on our porch enjoying room service, swimming in the infinity pool, practicing yoga, and drinking alllll the rosé. You will not want to leave the villa! But you should because there is so much to explore!
The Dining Outlets at Six Senses Seychelles
Since you are on a private island, the hotel is the only place to eat which was fine with me. They are completely self-sustaining, growing everything right on the island at their organic farm!
We loved having cocktails while watching the sunset at the Ocean Kitchen each night. Then, we had dinner under the stars which always included fresh fish, locally grown vegetables and wine from all over the world sourced by their impressive sommelier! You can even order the same menu to your room and dine on your own private porch. Here are all the best dining experiences at Six Senses:
Ocean Kitchen
Ocean Kitchen is the main restaurant where you sit right up against the sea in an open air setting. Enjoy local caught fish and fresh vegetables grown at the organic garden.
Island Cafe
Island Cafe is the open-air lounge area with comfy seating for breakfast or snacks throughout the day.
Wine Vault
We never dined in the Wine Vault, but did get a chance to check it out and it is an incredible, intimate spot! You walk downstairs to this hidden room with brick walls and wine bottles from floor to ceiling. There’s a big table for 2-8 guests to experience fine dining and a wine tasting. Great if you are visiting with your family or a group.
Lakanbiz
Lakanbiz is a really cool cocktail bar located upstairs of the main restaurant. It is very moody with dim lighting, leather chairs, and antique furnishings. Enjoy after dinner cocktails and cigars.
Koko Bar
At Koko Bar, you can enjoy the open air setting with your drink of choice. Grab a seat at the bar, pool, or sit in the over water lounge hammocks.
Experiences and Things to Do at Six Senses Seychelles
There are several fun things to do at Six Senses Seychelles. Here are some of my top experience from our trip!
Kayak to Cocos Island
My favorite activity was kayaking over to Cocos Island one morning. The recreation team helped us with kayaks and even gave us a phone incase we needed to contact them while we were out. It is a short cruise over to this private little island lined with stunning granite boulders. We had the place to ourselves for hours!
Grande Anse Beach
Grande Anse is the main beach on Félicité Island and we had it to ourselves almost every time! The white sand is stunning and there are even a few cabanas tucked away in the shade.
Organic Garden at Six Senses Seychelles
You’ll walk past the organic garden on your way to Grande Anse. The hotel grows all of their produce right here on the island!
Six Senses Spa
Six Senses spa is hands down the nicest spa I have been to. We had a relaxing couples massage and after that enjoyed tea on a private swing overlooking the sea. You can also book time at the private spa infinity pool which I highly recommend especially if your room pool does not overlook the ocean!
Fitness Center & Exercise
I never made it to the gym, but my husband thought it was the nicest hotel resort gym! He loved running on the treadmill and being able to look out to the sea. The villas include a yoga mat in the room, so I enjoyed workouts on our amazing patio!
Snorkeling on the Reefs
Being under the sea in the Indian Ocean is more beautiful than I could have imagined. I felt like the little mermaid in the stunning underwater oasis. These Indian Ocean reefs are so abundant with marine life for being in the middle of nowhere.
La Digue for Beach Hopping & Anse Source d’Argent
Six Senses arranged for us to spend a day on the nearby island of La Digue. This is one of the three main islands in Seychelles. They do not have cars, except for a few work trucks, so everyone gets around via bike! We were dropped off by the ferry and the bike rental company met us on the dock to set us up for the day. You will be able to access L’Union Estate which is a colonial vanilla and coconut plantation filled with coconut trees, land tortoises, and the old plantation house. This will allow access to the famed Anse Source d’Argent where you can relax on the beach or rent clear kayaks! A Seychelles honeymoon is not complete without a visit to this captivating beach.
Take a Cooking Class at the Chef’s Kitchen
Located right next to the Island Cafe is a cute little test kitchen with bar seating. Book a cooking class to learn tips and tricks while sampling food along the way!
Helicopter Transportation
For our departure, it made the most sense to take the helicopter to Mahe. This was an incredible flight across the island and the best way to end an amazing vacation. The entire team was there again to wave us off!
Sustainability at Six Senses Zil Pasyon
One of the best parts of the Six Senses brand as whole is their commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly practices. Here are a few way they are protecting this precious island and benefiting from ecotourism:
- Six Senses bottles their own drinking water onsite (in glass bottles) which helps to reduce the use of plastics. The goal is to be completely plastic free.
- They grow their own food. I mentioned the organic garden – they produced over 7,000 kilos of organic herbs, fruits, and vegetables in 2021 that fueled their guests and staff.
- They protect 15,000 square meters of native habitat and planted 100 authentic trees in 2021 alone. Their long term goal is to reintroduce endemic birds to the island.
- They help protect the endangered hawksbill turtles allowing them to successfully hatch their nasts
Final Thoughts
Staying at Six Senses Zil Pasyon was an unforgettable experience. It is undoubtedly the nicest place I have ever stayed and hope to explore more of their unique properties around the world. With only 18 villas you will hardly run in to other guests so it really feels like your own private paradise! If you are visiting the Seychelles, you won’t want to miss this spectacular place! Check out my full video below!
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