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In the paradise of the Seychelles, off the east coast of Mahé, a small artificial island hosts luxurious residences and provides shelter for a marina that can accommodate superyachts up to 115 metres in length, with all-round services by Cristina Griner - ph. courtesy of Eden Island Marina
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he name may seem ambitious, but the reality exceeds all expectations. Eden Island Marina has everything needed
to offer its guests a truly heavenly stay. It’s located in the heart of the Indian Ocean, with some of the world’s most beautiful waters, where the climate and sailing are pleasant all year round, far from the danger of hurricanes. This new tourist destination is part of a wider residential project that has led to the construction of an artificial private island with an area of over 40 hectares off the east coast of Mahé, the main island in the Seychelles group, with luxury residences, canals and coral beaches. A 300-metre bridge links it to the larger island, the site of the international airport. The marina, on the inner, sheltered side of Eden Island, offers over 1,000 metres of floating jetties, and can accommodate yachts up to 115 metres in length. Jetties measuring 180 by 4 metres are available for the largest yachts, with moorings on both sides, Mediterranean style in the direction of the prevailing SE and NW winds, or English style, depending on availability.
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Pristine waters, where visitors can swim with turtles and relax on granite and coral beaches, a perfect combination of nature and hospitality. Eden Island Marina, near the capital Victoria and MahĂŠ international airport, provides a safe base for sailing around the islands of the archipelago throughout the year, with a service village offering shops, hotels and restaurants
The depth of the waters varies from 5 metres in the access channels
bar Bravo!, not forgetting the relaxing Boardwalk Bar and Lounge,
to 11 metres in the marina basin. All the moored yachts are offered a
right by the berths, with live music and DJ sets.
service package that includes water and electricity supply, the use of
Just over the bridge is the Seychelles’ largest and most populous island,
electric vehicles for transporting stores, luggage and guests, and a 24-
with the capital Victoria. Visitors can immerse themselves in the spices
hour security service.
and vividly-coloured fabrics, luxuriant parks and refined boutiques
The canals crossing the island are lined with 500 luxurious residences,
selling artisanal products and ethnic jewellery. Luxury resorts
from simple apartments to magnificent villas with swimming pools,
belonging to the finest international chains offer refined restaurants and
all with private mooring. There’s also a hotel, health club with gym,
suites worthy of a Maharajah. Beyond lie the 115 lovely islands of the
tennis and pool, a supermarket, yacht chandler and a mall with shops,
archipelago, part granite, part coral, spread across 700 pristine miles
bars and restaurants like the exclusive Maharajas, offering elaborate
of ocean between 4 and 10 degrees south. The coordinates of Paradise.
Northern Indian dishes and a breathtaking view, or the informal resto-
www.edenisland.sc/media/marina
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