Things to do at Six Senses Zil Pasyon

Six Senses Zil Pasyon Seychelles boasts a selection of private villas, all with their own pools and luxury amenities and offers many activities outside the comfort of the ocean view rooms. 

Days can be spent at the beach, getting close to marine life or kayaking around the island. Guests can unwind at the Six Senses Spa, experience the culinary delights of one of the many on-site restaurants or enjoy a movie night under the stars. Whatever the activity, it’s sure to create lasting memories of an incredible getaway.

Diving and snorkelling the crystal clear waters

Wonderful things can be seen down on the ocean floor and what better way to explore it than by snorkelling, diving or kayaking.

Guests can pick up their gear from the Experience Center and take in the vivid corals and exotic fish that surround the island. Hawksbill turtles, clownfish and schools of barracuda are among the breathtaking sea life that can be seen daily. 

Snorkelling lets you float leisurely through the warm waters, seeking out colourful fusiliers and anemones.

To gain a more in-depth knowledge of the seabed, experienced divers are on hand to take guests on a guided underwater tour. Sessions for Six Senses Zil Pasyon Diving can be booked at any time with tutorials and safety preparation provided beforehand. 

Those travelling between October and February can also have the privilege of seeing turtle hatching on the beach lovingly supervised by expert turtle hosts who will talk through this miraculous experience.

Enjoy the spa and gym

Six Senses Zil Pasyon Spa boasts five double treatment villas, each reflecting the ecosystem, colours and textures of Félicité. The Rock, Cave, Ocean, Nature and Floating rooms are the tranquil settings that host all the wellness experiences that are designed around the natural properties of the island’s flora and fauna. 

With signature massages, sun repair facials and unique rituals, guests will be pampered, preened and primed.

The Cave Journey utilises clear quartz and includes an African foot ritual, the avocado hair mask will leave tresses looking shiny and healthy, and the Couples Journey is a private hammam experience designed to reignite intimacy. 

After their relaxing treatments, guests can retreat to the elevated pool and sundeck or find their zen in the yoga, and meditation pavilion. The nearby gym features an array of high tech equipment where guests can work on their fitness as well. All treatments can be booked in advance to ensure guests can unwind at their leisure.

Cooking classes and wine tasting

Drawing from the eclectic and unique heritage of the Seychelles, Six Senses Zil Pasyon offers a plethora of sumptuous dining experiences. Combining African, Chinese, French, English, and Indian cuisines as well as Seychelles’ Creole cuisine, guests can enjoy delicious meals at the Chef’s Kitchen, Island Café or Ocean Kitchen restaurants. 

Utilising locally-sourced ingredients with fruit, vegetables and herbs found around the island as well as fresh seafood procured by sustainably conscious fishermen, the food reflects the diversity of the island itself.

Guests can learn more about how their dishes are prepared by booking a cooking class or interactive dinner with expert chefs and even find out how to catch, prepare and serve fish straight from the sea. 

Drinks are served at Lakanbiz, Koko Bar and The Wine Vault, with bespoke cocktails, home-infused rum and fine wines on the menu.

Guests can learn more about vinology by booking an interactive wine tasting hosted by an expert sommelier who will talk through bouquets and tannins whilst offering a selection of wines to try throughout the evening. Whatever the preferences, the Six Senses Zil Pasyon will cater to guests’ every need.

Go to the movies with cinema paradiso

Surrounded by stars in the sky and on the screen, guests can enjoy a unique movie experience at Cinema Paradiso. This outdoor event sees viewers reclining on their comfortable sun loungers with a state-of-the-art surround sound system and large cinema screen displaying the film.

Rustling palm trees and moonlit waves crashing in the background will add an unrivalled ambience to any compelling drama, classic blockbuster or side-splitting comedy.

With a bag of homemade popcorn included, movie nights occur twice a week, with private viewings available to book upon request. Lights. Camera. Action.

While the island of Félicité itself is private and remote, it is surrounded by neighbouring islands, each with its own natural beauty and breathtaking features.

Guests can opt for a sunset cruise, a day of island hopping or being at one with nature and learning about their stunning surroundings. The attentive staff at Six Senses Zil Pasyon will be able to organise a host of enjoyable off-island activities.

Get romantic on a private sunset cruise

One would be hard-pressed to find a more scenic or romantic activity than a sunset cruise. The Ocean Mist can be hired for a two-hour journey around Félicité, allowing guests to admire the colours change from delicate pastels to fiery hues of orange and red, bouncing off the waves before disappearing into the sea.

Accompanied by Champagne and canapés, this excursion offers couples or groups an unforgettable experience of witnessing the changing horizon from aboard a luxurious yacht. The cruise ends as the stars come out and moonlight beams onto the ocean surface. 

Kayak through the coves

Six Senses Zil Pasyon’s philosophy of ‘leave only footprints and take only memories’ can be put into practice en route to Coco Island. More active travellers can opt for a single or double kayak to travel around the island and take in the stunning views of the granite rocks and sprawling jungle from a different angle.

Below the turquoise waters is an abundance of colourful marine life including small reef sharks and eagle rays that might swim along with the canoes. The luckier travellers have even been joined by dolphins and turtles.

Visit neighbouring La Ligue

The tour takes guests along the coast showcasing gorgeous views of Félicité Island before heading to Anse Source d’Argent. Lunch is served at Chez Jules before heading off to see the giant turtles at the Union State Park.

The tour concludes at the Grand Anse which boasts dramatic crashing waves where adventurous guests can partake in a spot of body-surfing.

The trip is sure to leave everyone’s camera reels packed with an array of amazing pictures to treasure forever.

The resort is 20 minutes by speed boat or helicopter – depending on how you prefer to travel!

The resort caters to all dietary requirements and focuses on the freshest locally sourced ingredients and seafood – ensuring there’s something for everybody to savour.

Yes, there is a kids’ club and babysitting available upon request at Six Senses Zil Pasyon.