Getting Around Seychelles: Transport Guide

By Air

The national carrier, Air Seychelles operates regular return services between Mahe and the islands – Praslin, Fregate, Bird, Desroches and Denis. There are also several tour operators offering helicopters for inter-island services.

By Road

The islands of Mahe and Praslin are the only ones with sealed roads and bus networks. The buses on Mahe are more frequent and start plying from 6 am and last till 7 pm. In Praslin, there is one basic route from Anse Boudin to Anse Kerlan and run from 6 am to 6:30 pm.

By Waterways

There are several schooner ferries plying between Mahe, Praslin and La Digue, many of whom carry passengers. The Mahe-Praslin route takes about three hours and the Praslin-La Digue route, half an hour. There are also tour operators offering yachts for day excursions.