Cousine is situated approximately 6km off the west coast of Praslin. An island where nature thrives and man is a silent observer. Just below the equator and 1000 miles east of Africa, Cousine Island is one of the most untouched granitic islands of the Seychelles archipelago and it is also recognised internationally as one of the most ecologically important private islands on earth.

The native woodlands that adorn the islands granitic boulders are inhabited only by indigenous species. Home to nesting Hawksbill and Green turtles, Aldabra giant tortoises and numerous species of endemic land birds and animals. Cousine Island is unique with its conservation-based management structure designed to ensure that revenue derived from the hotel is reinvested for the long-term sustainability of conservation and biodiversity of this island jewel.