FARQUHAR ISLAND
OVERVIEW
Farquhar Atoll is the most southerly atoll in the Seychelles chain of islands, lying just over 700km to the southwest of the main island Mahé. This remote atoll has a total area of 170.5 km², which is 18km north to south and nine km east to west. The atoll is made up of a large ear-shaped lagoon surrounded by 10 islands, vast turtle grass flats, coral fingers and outcrops making for a diverse and wild fishery.
INCLUDED
- 7-night Fishing Package.
- All meals.
- Return domestic flights & boat transfers (where applicable.)
- 6 days fully guided fishing.
(2 anglers per guide & skiff) - Fly fishing rod & reel loan.
- Room amenities.
- Laundry.
- Activities.
- A wide range of beers, wines, champagne, spirits, cocktails, soft drinks, water, tea & coffee.
- Snorkelling & watersport equipment.
- Wi-Fi
- VAT.
EXCLUDED
- International flights.
- Mahé accommodation.
- Ground transfers in Mahé.
- Travel and medical insurance.
- Bluewater fishing.
- Diving.
- Premium beers, wines, champagne, spirits.
- Satellite and landline telephone calls.
- Conservation donations & environmental levies.
- Tackle, flies & lures, fly lines.
- Gratuities.
Passports & Visas
No visa is required for a holiday. – This applies to all foreign passport holders.
Entry Into Seychelles
Every visitor who intends to travel by air or sea to the Seychelles must have an approved, valid Travel Authorization or Disembarkation Information Form. Applications can only be made up to 29 days prior to your arrival date in Seychelles.
There are different requirements for travel to the Seychelles for citizens, permit holders and visitors. Please pay attention to the required documents that apply to you and / or your group. A yellow fever vaccination is needed if you are traveling to Seychelles from a yellow fever endemic region. If you are transiting through an airport of a yellow fever endemic region for less than 12 hours you do not need yellow fever vaccination. You will need this vaccination certificate to apply for your Travel Authorisation. Get in touch with our team if you are unsure of which countries fall within the yellow fever endemic region. Please note that all travellers must have a valid credit / debit card available to pay the fee. (€10 per application and you get your clearance within 9 hours).
For more information and to apply, please refer to the SEYCHELLES IMMIGRATION WEBSITE.
Before you apply, ensure you have all of your mandatory documents ready:
Yellow Fever Vaccination (if you have visited a yellow fever endemic region prior to arrival in Seychelles)
Valid passport
Selfie or passport-type photo|
Contact information
Details of your arrival flight into Seychelles
Details of your visit in Seychelles
Details of accommodation for every night of your stay in Seychelles
Details of your departure flight from Seychelles
Travel insurance with medical cover for CV 19
FARQUHAR ATOLL GUEST HOUSE
The total island land mass is 7.5 km, with a serviced concrete landing strip situated on the most northerly island. The main group of islands form a long curve which describes the eastern side of the atoll. The largest of these are Isle du Nord and Ile du Sud, with the smaller Manaha gaps and islands between them. Further south is Goelette, and to the open western side of the atoll lies the small group known as Trois Îles. The large ear-shaped lagoon provides easy access to the countless flats, channels and surf zones which make Farquhar such a diverse fishery.
The Guest House can accommodate 10 anglers per week in six air-conditioned rooms facing the Farquhar lagoon and provides full housekeeping, including laundry. The communal area includes a dining area, a fully stocked bar, and snorkelling gear for guests. A chef prepares Creole and international dishes with fresh fish and produce from Alphonse Island’s garden. Guests can enjoy sunset events, daily bell ringers, and encounters with marine life in a pristine, picturesque setting.
Farquhar is renowned for its exceptional saltwater fly fishing, offering a wide variety of fish species and diverse fishing scenarios both on the flats and offshore. It is one of the few places in the Seychelles where anglers can target bumphead parrotfish, known for their power and size. The fishing season starts in early October with active bird-eating giant trevally and runs until the end of April. Farquhar is famous for its diversity, including bonefish, permit, triggerfish, bumphead parrotfish, and giant trevally, as well as offshore species like sailfish, wahoo, yellowfin tuna, and dogtooth tuna.
Rod & Reel Loan
Fly fishing outfits consisting of Thomas and Thomas fly rods and Shilton reels, loaded with 300 yards of Cortland braided backing can be loaned at no charge. It’s important that angler’s pre book the rod hire to insure that we have sufficient stock. Anglers can either purchase fly lines in the shop or bring fly lines from home to accompany their respective hire rods. All rod breakages are for your account and will be billed at US$150 per rod.
Tackle & Gear
Tackle & Gear
The lodge will have a range of fly lines, flies and various other items for sale should you run out. Any tackle that is needed can be pre-ordered and will be delivered to the lodge for your arrival. All tackle sales may be settled at the end of your trip upon checkout.
Please see the PDF brochure for more information on all tackle & gear requirements.
GALLERY
