Silhouette is an island in the Seychelles archipelago, within the Inner Islands, northwest of Mahé. With a surface area of 20 km², it is the country’s third largest island. The highest peak is Mont Dauban (740 m above sea level). It has a permanent population of 135. There are no roads on Silhouette, and its natural environment is relatively untouched. The island boasts the greatest diversity of fauna and flora in the Indian Ocean.
Silhouette Island. The third largest island in the Seychelles tempts with hidden pirate treasure and the densest forest in the world. The pristine nature of this place provides the perfect backdrop and complement to a dream vacation. Silhouette offers more than just beaches lapped by water of an indefinable, shimmering color. Here, you’ll find a turtle farm, and the jungle is home to unique trees such as mahogany, ebony, balsam, and colorful, exuberant orchids. The locals highly value nature conservation; few people venture into the tropical jungle. As a result, the landscape remains pristine, and wild birds rightly feel at home here. The island is of volcanic origin, built of granite rocks. Here, you can sunbathe, dive, relax in the island’s only luxury hotel, and soak up the natural surroundings. Adventurers seeking the treasure hidden here by Jean Hodoul will undoubtedly be on the lookout for the treasure hidden here by Jean Hodoul. This 20-square-kilometer island is home to just 150 people, meaning the only distractions you’ll encounter while relaxing are parrots.
Mont Dauban is the highest peak (740 m above sea level) on the picturesque granite island of Silhouette in the Seychelles archipelago. Surrounded by primeval cloud forest, the mountain forms the heart of the mountainous, largely uninhabited, pyramid-shaped island. It is a protected site, crucial for biodiversity.
Key facts about Mont Dauban (Silhouette Island):
Altitude: 740 m above sea level
Location: The third largest granite island in the Seychelles, approximately 20 km northwest of Mahé.
Features: Steep slopes, densely forested peaks (often in the clouds), one of the most intact ecosystems in the Seychelles.
Nature: The mountain is covered in a unique cloud forest, providing a refuge for numerous species.
Accessibility: The island is sparsely populated (approximately 135-200 people), which helps preserve its wild character.
Mont Dauban is considered one of the ecologically most important mountains in the Seychelles.
When to visit the island? The best times are April, May, June, September, October, and November. Good times are March, July, and August. I don’t recommend visiting the island in January and February.
NIVA Labriz Seychelles
The five-star NIVA Labriz is located on Silhouette Island, along a long, sandy beach and surrounded by hills covered in rainforest. The area offers ideal conditions for exploring the natural beauty of nature, including hiking, fishing, and snorkeling just offshore.
LOCATION
NIVA Labriz is located on the east coast of the small island of Silhouette. It is approximately 40 km from Victoria International Airport.
ACCOMMODATION
The hotel offers 30 garden-view villas, 63 beachfront villas, 17 private pool villas with ocean or mountain views, and two-bedroom villas with a private pool. Air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi include a minibar, safe, hairdryer, TV, DVD player, and a terrace with sun loungers. Bathrooms feature a bathtub and outdoor shower.
Garden Villa (88 m²) – occupancy: max. 2 and 2 children, garden view, large double bed, sofa bed, separate lounge area, terrace, bathtub or shower.
Beach Villa with Garden Plunge Pool (101 m²) – occupancy: max. 2 and 2 children, sea view, large double bed, sofa bed, separate lounge area, dining area, terrace, bathtub or shower, private pool.
Beach Villa (101 m²) – occupancy: max. 2 and 2 children, direct beach access, large double bed, sofa bed, separate lounge area, terrace, bathtub or shower.
Garden Oasis Pool Villa (144 m²) – occupancy: max. 2 and 2 children, large double bed, sofa bed, separate lounge area, terrace, bathtub or shower, private pool.
Jungle Sanctuary Pool Villa (185 sq m) – sleeps up to 2 and 3 children, sea view, large double bed, sofa bed, separate seating area, terrace, bathtub or shower, private pool.
Relax in a hotel with a prime location on a sandy beach on beautiful Silhouette Island. Relax in the hotel’s spacious villas. Take advantage of a wide range of amenities that will delight you. Guests have access to a swimming pool with a jacuzzi, gym, spa, diving center, kids’ club, tennis courts, and 6 restaurants.
