For the many jet setters, luxury isn’t just about five-star amenities, it’s about privacy, exclusivity, and experiences of a lifetime. That’s exactly what some of the world’s most exclusive resorts offer – private islands unreachable by commercial flights, Michelin starred chefs crafting custom menus, and access that goes beyond just having money.
Today, we’ll have a look at some of the world’s most coveted luxury hideaways for those who arrive by private jet and expect the extraordinary.
North Island, Seychelles
Private Island | Invitation Only Access | Eco-Luxury
North Island isn’t just a private resort, it’s an entire island that operates as a personal sanctuary. With only 11 opulent villas carved into granite boulders and jungle, this eco-conscious paradise is coveted by everyone from royalty to business leaders. There’s no reception desk, only your private butler who plans and creates every moment based on your personal tastes and desires.
Accessible via private jet to Mahé with a helicopter transfer to the island, North Island is as secluded as it is indulgent. The invitation only guest format ensures exclusivity remains intact, with many guests booking the entire island for weeks at a time.
The Brando, French Polynesia
Private Island | Sustainable Luxury | Michelin-Inspired Dining
Originally made famous as the personal retreat of Marlon Brando, this Polynesian paradise on Tetiaroa Atoll is a carbon-neutral private island that redefines barefoot luxury. The Brando features 35 beachfront villas, each with its own plunge pool and direct access to impossibly turquoise waters.
Chef Jean Imbert, known for his Michelin starred collaborations, oversees the culinary program here, creating menus using ingredients grown on the island’s own organic farm. Guests often arrive via private charter from Tahiti or connect via private jet to Faa’a International Airport (yes, that’s the correct spelling) before boarding a discreet flight to the atoll.
Amanpulo, Philippines
Invitation Only Access | Private Island | Personalized Seclusion
Accessible only by a private plane operated by Aman’s own aviation arm, Amanpulo sits on the private Pamalican Island in the Sulu Sea. It’s the kind of place where people go to disappear, avoiding paparazzi and press, to enjoy the turquoise waters and absolute stillness of this secluded resort.
Each casita or villa comes with a personal chef, butler, and access to a private stretch of beach. Many guests opt to reserve the entire island for family gatherings and exclusive celebrations, where they can enjoy ultimate privacy.
Cheval Blanc Randheli, Maldives
Overwater Palaces | Michelin Starred Chefs | Ultra-VIP Service
Owned by Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH), Cheval Blanc Randheli is a floating architectural marvel in the Noonu Atoll, beloved by fashion royalty and A-list celebrities. Guests typically arrive via private jet to Malé, then transfer to Randheli via the resort’s own seaplane outfitted with leather interiors and refined amenities.
With chefs trained under multiple Michelin starred masters, gastronomy here is both indulgent and inventive. For those who crave an extra level of privacy, the resort offers Cheval Blanc Randheli Private Island – a four-bedroom estate with its own spa, 25 meter pool, and a team of butlers, chefs, and therapists. It’s not even listed on booking platforms! Access is granted for guests who have a previous relationship with the LVMH hospitality team.
Fregate Island Private, Seychelles
Invitation Only | Endangered Species Sanctuary | Customized Dining
The second Seychelles located resort in this blog, Fregate Island Private isn’t just a resort, it’s actually a conservation haven wrapped in ultra-luxury. This experience offers only 16 residences and can accommodate just 40 guests, all of whom must apply through a vetting process before they’re confirmed. Celebrities, royals, and captains of industry often take over the entire island to escape the spotlight.
Arrivals are coordinated via private jet to Mahé, followed by a private helicopter directly to the island. Here, dining is a unique experience that provides no menu, with meals created specifically to your personal culinary wishes, and fulfilled by a dedicated chef team using produce from the island’s organic gardens and fishing boats.
From a business aviation perspective, you can see how management firms partnering with such exclusive properties can create opportunities including multi-leg itineraries, in-flight fine dining coordinated with resort chefs, on-demand inter-island seaplane transfers, and luxury luggage forwarding. Good for business and good for travellers!