Seychelles (Mahé, Praslin, La Digue) Travel Tips: What to Know Before You Go

Practical tips for Seychelles (Mahé, Praslin, La Digue)

• Book Cat Cocos ferry (Mahé ↔ Praslin) 2+ days ahead in Dec–Feb + Jul–Aug — sells out.

• Complete Travel Authorization (US$10) at seychelles.govtas.com 3 days before arrival — mandatory since 2023.

• Reef shoes recommended for tide-pool walking on Anse Volbert + Beau Vallon.

Staying safe and comfortable

Local emergency number: 999.

• One of Africa's safest destinations — resorts + beaches + villages very safe day + night.

• Petty theft at Beau Vallon beach — lock cars, no valuables on sand.

• No malaria, no yellow fever, no cyclones — reef shoes recommended for tide pools.

• Emergency 999 (police) / 151 (ambulance).

Visas and entry

Entry policy: visa free, typically up to 90 days. No visa required for any nationality — free Visitor's Permit issued on arrival (up to 90 days). Requirements: passport valid full stay, return ticket, confirmed accommodation, sufficient funds. Mandatory Travel Authorization at seychelles.govtas.com 3 days before arrival (US$10) since 2023.

Budgeting your trip

Accommodation is the largest controllable cost in Seychelles (Mahé, Praslin, La Digue). Compare live rates for your dates and neighbourhood shortlist before locking in flights — the difference between areas is often larger than the difference between travel weeks.