Location and character
This long strip of soft, white sand lies on the opposite side of the island from the Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island, and can be reached on foot or by bike. It is the best beach on the island for swimming during the south-east monsoon too. At any time of year it is a good place for a long walk or simply a lazy day in the sun.
Desroches belongs to the Amirantes and lies about 230 kilometres south-west of Mahé. The island's beaches are made of coral sand, which sets them clearly apart from the granite beaches of Mahé or La Digue. In guest reviews you may also find the beach spelt Bombay Beach. You can read more about the island on the Desroches page.
Getting there
To Desroches
Desroches can only be reached by air, as there is no ferry. Flights leave from the domestic terminal at Mahé airport and take about 35 minutes. The Four Seasons Resort is the only accommodation on the island, and flights are usually arranged through the resort. For general information on domestic flights, see Domestic flights in the Seychelles.
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Departure | Domestic terminal, Seychelles International Airport (Mahé) |
| Flight duration | about 35 minutes |
| Flight times (according to the operator) | daily at 10:30 from Mahé, 11:30 from Desroches; additionally 16:00 from Mahé and 17:00 from Desroches from 21.12.2026 to 10.01.2027 |
| Return flight ticket (as of November 2026) | 633 euros per adult, 541 euros per child, depending on travel period and booking method |
| Check-in | at least one hour before departure |
On the island
Directions: Bombe Bay beach is on the island of Desroches. Access is easiest for hotel guests. Please ask the hotel staff for exact directions.
The island is flat and not very large, so you can reach the beaches comfortably by bike. Take enough water and sun protection for the whole trip.
Swimming and snorkelling
During the south-east monsoon, roughly from May to October, Bombe Bay Beach is the beach on the island where swimming works best. On other beaches on Desroches, the amount of seaweed washed up depends on the wind. Guests report that there is more seaweed where the water is rougher. At low tide, pieces of coral, stones or seaweed can lie in the shallows, so water shoes are a good idea. For the weather through the year, see Climate & Weather and Best Time to Visit.
For snorkelling, guests mainly recommend the small beaches at the end of the island. You will find more on the Diving & Snorkelling page.
Facilities
For Bombe Bay Beach itself we have no reliable information on sun loungers, shade or toilets. According to guest reports, the main beaches on Desroches have huts with a toilet, drinking water and towels, and in some cases kayaks and paddleboards. Ask at the resort what is available at Bombe Bay Beach, and to be safe bring drinks, shade and sun protection with you.
Tips and surroundings
- Bring your own snorkelling gear if you care about getting a mask that fits properly.
- Ask the hotel staff about current wind conditions before you choose a beach.
- Sea turtles and rays are often seen here. Keep your distance and do not touch the animals, see Do’s and Don’ts and Nature and Conservation.
- Guests mention other beaches on the island under the names Aquarium Beach, near the villas, and Reef’s End at the end of the island.
You will find more beaches under Dream Beaches, and walks and tours under Hiking.
