“The resort is designed to deliver a true Creole experience facilitated by incorporating the Seychellois architecture and design while preserving the natural surroundings.” Cerf Island Resort
Description
Welcome to tropical paradise! Located at the entrance of Sainte Anne Marine Park on the remote green Cerf Island, the authentically designed Cerf Island Resort welcomes you in the paradisiac surrounding of white sandy beaches, clear water and tropical nature. The National marine park water around Cerf Island is a dream for all diving and snorkeling fans.
Highlights
- Authentic luxurious villas
- Unique nature spa
- Heavenly beaches and lush nature
- Fresh local cuisine
“The authentic Cerf Island Resort”
environmental protection
being local - authentic experiences
giving back
cultural commitment
Rooms
Cerf Island Resort offers 24 private and luxurious villas, each is named in Creole after local trees, flowers and sea creatures and provides beautiful views of the surrounding tropical vegetation or the Indian Ocean.
History & Philosophy
Part of the scenic island nation Seychelles is the little hideaway Cerf Island, which was named after „Le Cerf,” the French frigate that landed at Port Victoria in 1756. Here, the stunning Cerf Island Resort was designed to offer a genuine Creole experience to visitors.
Green Initiatives
- Architecture
- Flora & Fauna
- Water Consumption
- Waste Management
- Food
- Social & Cultural Commitment
Architecture
- Seychellois architecture & design
- The land around Cerf Island Resort is used in compliance with local zoning laws and regulations
- No local resident has been involuntarily removed from the land
- The building materials are local and environmental friendly
Flora and Fauna
- Garden with native plants
- Protection of flora and fauna, no use of chemicals
- Own organic Garden is in Process
Water Consumption
- Water usage and reduction goals are specified and monitored
- Good quality water from government utility company, no water treatment necessary
- Rain water is captured for gardening use
- Water conserving Toilet flush
- Towels and bed linen are not changed automatically to reduce the water consumption of laundry
Waste Management
- Waste volume and reduction goals are specified and monitored
- Reusable clay pots are used to avoid plastic package of toiletries
- Waste separating facilities and recycling of garbage
- Education and training of staff regarding Waste policy
Food
- Using locally and seasonally grown organic food and herbals whenever possible
- Fair trade freshly bought directly from the market
- No plastic used when serving meals
Social and Cultural Commitment
- 95% local staff
- Salaries and benefits meet or exceed local and national regulations
- No discrimination of any kind is practiced or supported
- Company policy includes established guideline or code of conduct of behavior concerning the protection of local cultures and historical sites.
- The business does not exploit the cultural intellectual property of the local community
- Cultural sensitivity and respect between tourists and hosts
- Integration of the culture in everyday life of the tourism