Seychelles Holiday Travel Tips: How to Get There & What to Know

Getting to the Seychelles

Our Seychelles Travel Tips will help you explore the stunning Indian Ocean paradise of the Island. Most travelers arrive in Seychelles by air. Flights from the UK range from 9 to 14 hours, with direct services from London and connecting flights from major British airports.

Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) is situated on Mahé, approximately 10 km south of the capital, Victoria. This is the landing point for all international flights, which are regularly scheduled from Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Seychelles Domestic Airport | Praslin | Seychelles Travel Tips

Airlines Serving the Seychelles

A variety of airlines operate flights to the Seychelles. British Airways provides direct flights from the UK, while Aeroflot offers direct services from Russia. For those traveling with a layover, options include Etihad Airways (via Abu Dhabi), Emirates (via Dubai), Ethiopian Airlines (via Addis Ababa), Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul), and Qatar Airways (via Doha).

Direct Flights

  • Aeroflot from Moscow, Outbound: Fridays, Return: Fridays

Direct Flights from other European Cities

Flights with Layovers

Flights between Mahé and Praslin are facilitated not only by ferry services but also by a domestic flight route. This route is serviced by Air Seychelles, with a brief flight duration of 15-20 minutes, and multiple departures throughout the day. The pricing for these flights varies based on the fare type chosen, such as fixed or flexible timings. The aircraft used for this journey is a small twin-engine turboprop plane, which can carry up to 19 passengers and provide stunning views of the ocean.

Passengers departing from Mahé must proceed to the domestic terminal of the airport, conveniently located a short walk from the international terminal. Those departing from Praslin will need to head to the island’s modest airport situated near Grand Anse.

For a more private and expedited transfer, helicopter services are available to traverse the Seychelles archipelago from Mahé. Zil Air’s official website offers comprehensive details regarding the destinations served and the corresponding rates. Opting for a helicopter transfer can greatly reduce travel time to islands that are less accessible by conventional means, albeit at a higher cost compared to standard transfer options.

Navigating the Seychelles

You’ll likely explore beyond a single island when vacationing in the Seychelles. Opting for an island-hopping itinerary, with stays on multiple islands, truly captures the essence of this enchanting destination. It’s crucial to understand the transportation methods available for reaching and traversing the islands, such as ferries, domestic flights, car and bike rentals, taxis, and private transfers.

Travel Tips to the Seychelles Islands

Ferry Routes (Mahé – Praslin – La Digue)

Daily ferry connections are available between the three main islands: Mahé, Praslin, and La Digue.

  • Ferry from Mahé to Praslin and vice versa: approximately 60 minutes
  • Ferry from Praslin to La Digue and vice versa: approximately 15 minutes
  • Ferry from Mahé to La Digue and vice versa: approximately 90 minutes
  • To travel to La Digue from Mahé (or the other way around), you must board a ferry that stops at Praslin.

Occasionally, passengers may need to transfer to a different ferry at Praslin. If it’s unclear whether a transfer is necessary, it’s best to inquire with the harbour staff.

 

Boat Trip Between Mahé and Praslin, Seychelles

Booking ferry tickets in advance is recommended. Guests who arrange their holiday with our experts can reserve a transfer package, including ferry tickets and all necessary ground transportation from the harbour (or airport) to various accommodations, and back again.