Seychelles
Bird Island is a private island fully dedicated to conserving its unique ecosystem, including seabirds, giant tortoises, and marine life.
The lodge diligently sorts and ships non-biodegradable waste to Mahé, and composts organic waste on-island.
Water from desalination prompts guests to be mindful of usage, taking shorter showers and turning off taps.
Bird Island serves as a home to one of the largest Sooty Tern colonies in the Indian Ocean, making it a globally important seabird breeding site. The island actively runs conservation programs for seabirds, giant tortoises, and the surrounding marine life.
Bird Island Lodge does not sell plastic water bottles. Instead, it strongly encourages guests to use reusable water bottles and refill them at desalinated water stations around the lodge.
The island actively protects its surrounding coral reefs and marine ecosystems.
Bird Island Lodge does not directly present carbon offset options for your flights.
Bird Island Lodge itself exemplifies eco-friendly accommodation.
All non-biodegradable waste is sorted and shipped to Mahé. Organic waste undergoes composting on the island.
Guests are encouraged to conserve desalinated water by taking shorter showers and turning off taps, supporting sustainable practices.
While Bird Island mainly focuses on nature, exercising cultural sensitivity remains important in your interactions with staff and the broader Seychellois context.
The island's core is nature and conservation, rather than direct human cultural preservation.
Polite and open-minded engagement enhances your experience.
Responsible photography protects both wildlife and fellow visitors.
Do not use flash photography on birds, especially at night or near nesting sites, as it can disorient them.
Avoid using drones without explicit permission from the lodge management; they can disturb wildlife and infringe on privacy.
Do not leave any litter on the island, even biodegradable items. Pack out everything you pack in.
Your actions reflect on the island's conservation efforts and the experience of others. Be a considerate visitor.
Bird Island Lodge employs a significant portion of its staff from Mahé and other Seychelles islands. This presents direct employment and economic benefits to Seychellois communities, supporting local livelihoods.
The lodge integrates into the broader island economy by supporting local suppliers.
The small gift shop at Bird Island Lodge may source some items locally.
By staying at Bird Island Lodge, guests directly contribute to a privately funded conservation effort.
Conscious choices help protect fragile ecosystems.
Your presence on Bird Island contributes directly to an unique conservation model and provides local employment. Conscious consumerism further amplifies positive impacts.
A significant portion of lodge staff are Seychellois, fostering local livelihoods.
Tourism dollars directly support the island's conservation programs.
Avoid harmful souvenirs and support fair trade where possible.
Purchasing items made from endangered species like turtle shell or black coral is illegal and damages the fragile marine ecosystem. Please refrain from such purchases.
Your visit to Bird Island contributes directly to a model of responsible tourism where conservation and local well-being are paramount.
