alphonse island seychelles s h ac kletoni nt e r nat i o na l presented by:
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bonefish mecca st françois lagoon seychelles
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th ealphonse is landfishingco mpa ny represents the marr iage of many ta l e nt stocre at e a t ru ly remarkable fishing experience in one of the last undisturbed self contained wilderness ecosystems of the world there is nowhere else that one can enjoy reputedly the best bonefishing in the world as well as a myriad of other species to be caught on the fly while surrounded literally by some of the finest blue-water fishing and renowned dive sites our team has incomparable knowledge of the lagoons and species of the islands they benefit from the full support and backup of shackleton international with its extensive experience in the management of logistically complex remote fishing operations as well as their famous service and hospitality.
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a bird s-eye view of alphonse island theloc at i o n alphonse island lies in the heart of the indian ocean 7° south of the equator and 500 kilometers southwest of the capital island mahe it is part of the alphonse group extending 16 kilometers from north to south comprising three islands alphonse in the north discovered on january 28 1730 by chevalier alphonse de pontevez commanding the french frigate le lys bijoutier in the middle so named for its jewel-like beauty and a national symbol of the seychelles and st françois in the south named after saint-françois de sales now perhaps more famous for its fishing alphonse island is a small triangular-shaped coral island strewn with swaying coconut trees boasting 3.6 kilometers of coastline protected by a reef and offering the most idyllic setting for a very exclusive holiday.
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t helodge at alphonseisland a wonderfully elegant haven for those who enjoy unpretentious luxury is how a recent guest described alphonse island resort after their third visit the alphonse staff is focused on caring for the guests that stay each season as attentively as they care about and conserve the island ecosystem the hotel is located on the east side of the island and features 25 chalets and 5 executive villas built alongside the lagoon and the beach and effortlessly blends ecological awareness with firstclass service the design put in place by florence masson a south african decorator offers a superb combination of deluxe accommodation originality and a low-key island atmosphere each chalet is set on pillars with a thatched roof and a private veranda with an open-air shower all are air conditioned attractively furnished and have a king-size bed or twin beds on request en suite bathroom with bath international direct access telephone tv mini-bar ceiling fan and individual safe
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t heflatsfishingatst fran Ç oislagoon an international aifc team of fourteen works together closely to manage the fishing from alphonse bijoutier and st françois islands including all the blue-water fishing between them they have researched all the fishing and have learned the intimate habits of many of the species in order to add them to the list of possibilities for the fly fisherman in so doing they have revolutionized saltwater fly fishing by adding milkfish to their list of possibilities which until just a very few years ago would not take a fly other fly-caught fish include five species of trevally three species of triggerfish and many other reef and flats species such added interest in other species allows us to manage the truly remarkable bonefishing for which alphonse and st françois lagoons have become famous the guides desire to communicate the detail and fascinations of this ecosystem is matched by their patience and humor any member of the guiding team can teach beginne
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f ron tiersinter nat iona l us office toll free 800 245 1950
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top left daily transport to the st françois lagoon above lunch and a break from the midday sun top right offshore fishing from the bijou tier theblue wa terfishing the aifc team works from a fully upgraded fishing operation on the south side of the island it is a hive of activity interest and dedication ensuring that our guests have the best possible experience during their stay it has become the social focus before and after fishing with a small bar and relaxed seating area that has been tastefully designed equipment both on the water and for loan is as usual top quality and will be constantly upgraded and unified during the course of the coming seasons guests will travel the short journey from the aifc s base to the st françois lagoon in our mother ship and will be taken onto the flats in skiffs where the fishing begins all skiffs are well equipped with radios safety equipment and push poles and are fitted with coolers to carry the day s drinks lunch can be taken out on the flats o
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alphonse island offers the opportunity for fishing of a lifetime the combination of quality accommodations time spent with the aifc staff and the extraordinary bird and marine life that surrounds you daily presents an uplifting and educational experience of something so remote and unique it is comforting in today s world to know that this paradise even exists f ron tiersinter nat iona l us office toll free 800 245 1950 · european office +44 020 7493 0798
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s h ac kletoni nt e r nat i o na lltd at home in the wilderness shackleton international ltd owns a premier collection of international fishing properties each unique but all impeccably run to a shared world standard from whatever walk of life irrespective of country whether from city or countryside a wilderness experience brings people together raises and refreshes the spirit educates and refocuses the priorities and values in our lives each time we leave home we take a journey every journey creates a story and perhaps the journeys we embark upon or dream about describe us better than our daily lives we recognize your choice is our responsibility our portfolio of locations represents years of experience in operating in some of the most logistically complex parts of the world embracing all the excitement that the wilderness holds for so many of us and yet offering standards of excellence in all our services that we recognize should and can be delivered almost anywhere in today s worl
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