TRAVEL GUIDE

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Trip Overview

Trip dates: April 24 - May 1, 2027

Base Check-in Time: 3:00 PM on Saturday, April 24th

Check-out Time: 9:00 AM Saturday, May 2nd

Charter Base: Praslin Marina Baie Sainte Anne Praslin, Seychelles

Nearest International Airport: Mahé (SEZ)

InterIsland Airport: Praslin Island Airport - PRI (IATA), FSPP (ICAO)

Ferry Terminal: Praslin Ferry Harbour (Baie Sainte Anne)

The base is ~20 minutes from the airport, and 5 minutes from the ferry terminal by car.

Map of Seychelles: Mahé - International Airport, Praslin - InterIsland Airport

Step 1: Fly into Mahé (SEZ)

Recommended: Arrive at least 1 day before charter due to:

  • International delays

  • Baggage delays

  • Easier connection to Praslin

Keep in mind, check-in time at the base is 3:00 PM Saturday, April 24th

HOTEL Options IN MAHé

Hilltop Boutique Hotel

5 min from Ferry Terminal

1-2 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 2+

Beau Séjour Hotel

9 min from Ferry Terminal

1-2 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 2+

Blue Hill Guest House

13 min from Ferry Terminal

1 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 1-2

The Runway Lodge

7 min walk to Airport

1 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 1-2

Touchdown Villa

10 min walk to Airport

1-2 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 2+

Le Manglier Guest House

5 Min drive from airport

1 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 1-2

Step 2: Travel from Mahé → Praslin

InterIsland TRAVEL options from Mahé to Praslin

air seychelles

InterIsland flights - 15min

ZILAIR

luxury helicopter

Cat Cocos ferry

Interisland fast ferry - 1hr

HOTEL OPTIONS IN PrASLIN

Chalets Côté Mer

1-2 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 2+

Colibri Guest House

1 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 2

Les Lauriers Eco Hotel

1-2 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 2+

Belle Rose Vue guest house

1-2 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 2+

Château de feuilles & SPA

1 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 2+

Maison de Vacanze

1-2 bed, 1 bath | sleeps 1-3

Step 3: Getting to the Marina (Praslin)

Local taxi companies

Taxis are readily available; however, we recommend you book in advance.

Local currency: Seychelles Rupee (SCR)

USD/credit cards are accepted in many places, but not all, including Taxi's

Laurent’s Taxi Service

📞 +248 251 0652

Known for reliable transfers + island knowledge

Coconut Services Seychelles

📞 +248 251 7186 (WhatsApp available)

Air-conditioned vehicles, optional onboard WiFi

Praslin Taxi Service

📞 +248 253 0100 (WhatsApp available)

Airport transfers anywhere on the island

Donster Services Seychelles

📞 +248 252 9950 (WhatsApp available)

Private transfers (airport, ferry, hotels)

Tash Taxi Services

📞 +248 253 4473 (WhatsApp available)

Private taxi service based on Praslin

TRAVEL INSURANCE

We heavily recommend getting travel insurance. We urge people to get the standard option at least. This is World Nomads, our top recommended travel insurance company.

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