The Ultimate Guide and Tips for Planning Your Trip to the Seychelles

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How to plan your trip to the Seychelles?

Eight key steps to prepare your Seychelles holiday without forgetting anything.

1

Research and define your travel dates / length of stay

Decide on the length of your stay in the Seychelles according to your travel goals, budget and vacation time.
Start by reading our guide, which provides all the essential information.

🏝️ How many days should you plan in the Seychelles? 🏝️ How much does a trip to the Seychelles cost? 🏝️ When should you go?
1

Choose your airline

Book with Emirates / Etihad / Qatar / Ethiopian for often more competitive fares with a stopover. You can also book a direct flight with Edelweiss, Discover Airlines or Condor.
Book at least 6 months in advance to get the best prices.

2

Split your stay (create the ideal itinerary)

Divide your nights between different islands to experience the full beauty of the Seychelles—each island is unique. For a 12–14 day trip, here is the recommended split:

Mahé: 4–5 days Praslin: 3–4 days La Digue: 2–3 days Bonus coral island: 3–4 days
🏝️ Which islands should you stay on?
3

Book your accommodation

Mix and match: local guesthouses for authenticity and a beautiful beachfront hotel for comfort. Carefully check the location in relation to beaches, activities you want to visit, excursions and prevailing winds.

🏝️ Where to stay depending on the season? 🛌 Choosing your accommodation
4

Inter-island transfers

Book your Cat Cocos ferry tickets or domestic flights online.
If your budget allows, take a small plane (Air Seychelles) or helicopter (Zilair) between Mahé and Praslin for breathtaking aerial views.

🚢 Guide: Getting around between islands
5

Car rental

Almost essential on Mahé and Praslin (taxis are expensive and buses impractical). Book as soon as your dates and accommodation are confirmed, as the vehicle fleet is limited. On La Digue, everything is done by bicycle.

🚗 Guide: Getting around on the islands
6

Book your excursions

Identify must-do trips (Curieuse, Cousin, Saint-Pierre) and those that suit your interests (Creole cooking classes, diving, etc.). Keep some flexibility for weather conditions.

🏄 Guide: Must-do activities
7

Contact your guide

If you plan specific hikes (such as Anse Marron on La Digue, treks or island visits), contact a licensed local guide a few weeks in advance to secure your date.

🏄 Guide: Recommended local guides
8

Enjoy your stay

Thanks to your tailored planning and preparation, slow down and embrace the relaxed “Seychellois” rhythm.

⚠️ Mistakes to avoid