Transport in the Seychelles
On the main islands of Mahé and Praslin, the bus is a comfortable and inexpensive means of transport that serves the entire road network of the islands through numerous stops. On Mahé there is the central bus stop in Victoria. Buses run from 05:30 to 22:00, although from 18:30 they run very rarely. A detailed bus timetable with exact departure and arrival times and bus routes is available at the bus depot.
There are self-employed taxi drivers on Mahé, Praslin and to a lesser extent on La Digue. You can hail a taxi on the street, go to the taxi rank or call the driver directly. Just make sure that you set a price for the route in advance if the taxi does not have a meter.
Many taxi drivers also offer a tour of the island for a fixed price, but this is not allowed because taxi drivers have neither a certificate for this nor a licence, let alone insurance.
Car hire is only available on Mahé and Praslin. The different companies are represented at the international airport on Mahé or in the larger hotels, you can also book a car easily through a local agency. There is a wide range of vehicles available, from the classic Mini-Moke, to a 4 wheel drive, minibus or chauffeur driven Mercedes. To rent a car a valid E.U. or international driving licence is necessary. The car will be delivered at the location of your choice, please note that Seychelles traffic is on the left.
Another way to explore the islands is with an experienced guide. tour guide. Embark on the various hiking trails that lead to special vantage points on the islands. Or travel in comfort on a sightseeing bus.
You can also discover the islands by bicycle, which can be rented on La Digue and Praslin, and is one of the most popular means of transport here.