D'Arros Island, Coral sand cay in Amirante Islands, Seychelles.
D'Arros Island is a flat coral cay located in the Amirantes with a maximum height of roughly 3 meters and an oval shape. Coconut palms cover much of the land, and a small settlement sits at its center.
European sailors discovered the island in 1770 and named it after a French military officer serving in the Indian Ocean region. Since then it has been home to fishing communities and small-scale settlement.
The island supports a small community that depends on fishing and farming for daily life. Visitors encounter a way of living that has changed little over generations.
The island is reached only by air via an unpaved runway operated by local airlines. There are very few lodging options, so planning ahead is essential for any visit.
A conservation organization purchased the island in 2012 and converted it into a private nature reserve in 2014. This shift transformed it into a model for sustainable island management and marine protection.
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