How to get around Seychelles

How to Get from Mahé to Praslin

Praslin has a small domestic airport, since all international flights land on Mahé, you'll need to take either a ferry or a domestic flight to get to Praslin.

The Cat Cocos ferry operates between Mahe, Praslin and La Digue. It operates several times a day and departs from Victoria Jetty on Mahé, arriving at Baie Sainte Anne Jetty on Praslin.

• Duration: Around 1 hour

• Cost: Around €50–€60 per person (one way)

The flights operate daily and take off from Seychelles International Airport (SEZ), landing at Praslin Island Airport (PRI). This is the option we took on our way to Praslin.

• Duration: Around 15 minutes

• Cost: From €100+ per person (one way)

How to Get from Mahé / Praslin to La Digue

La Digue doesn't have an airport, so you'll have to get a ferry. It's the same ferry that departs Mahe to Praslin, it just has a short stop over then continues on to La Digue.

• Duration: Around 1 hour 15 minutes

• Cost: €60–€70 per person (one way)

How to Get Around Mahé and Praslin

The transport options on Mahe and Praslin are the same and include rental cars, public buses, taxi or private drivers.

Car Hire

Hiring a car is a convenient and flexible way to explore Mahé and Praslin, and is much cheaper than getting taxis. Driving allows you to visit remote parts of the islands and scenic spots at your own pace.

Both islands have good road networks, although some roads are narrow and winding, especially in the mountains.

• Rental Cost: Around €40–€60 per day

• Driving Side: Left-hand side

• License Requirement: Most international driving licenses are accepted
  

Public Buses

Public buses are the most affordable, with tickets around SCR 7 (€0.50) per trip. The Seychelles Public Transport Corporation (SPTC) operates buses across the island, covering most areas.

The buses run regularly, but might not reach more remote areas. Most bus routes stop running at around 6:30pm, so they’re not the most reliable option if you’re planning to go out in the evening.

If you plan on travelling by bus, you'll need to get a travel card, which you can buy at the airport or some shops. You can see the timetables and route maps on the SPTC website.

Taxis

Taxis are available but they are expensive compared to other transport options, so it may be cheaper to rent a car instead of relying on taxis if you're exploring the island.

Some taxi's don't have meters, so you'll need to agree on a price beforehand, the cost varies on distance, but a 20 minute journey can cost around €35 euros.

Private Drivers / Guided Tour

Hiring a private driver or guided tour for the day is a good option if you don’t want to drive yourself but still want a flexible itinerary, this generally costs anywhere from €150+ per day.

How to Get Around La Digue

There aren't any cars on La Digue (apart from a vew commercial vehicles), so the best way to get around is by bike or walking.

You can find bike rentals in the main town, or your accomodation will most likely have free bikes to use (ours did).

• Rental Cost: Around €5–€10 per day (free with some hotels)

La Digue isn't very big, so walking around is super easy. If you're worried about getting from the jetty to your hotel with luggage, most accommodations have golf carts or cars to transport you and your luggage to your accommodation!