Island in Inner Islands, Seychelles
Praslin
Seychelles' second island: Anse Lazio, the UNESCO Vallée de Mai with coco de mer palms, quiet coves and a slower pace than Mahé. Pricey, limited nightlife, and ferry-dependent.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$2,710–4,410Comfortable, one person · SCR40,000–65,000Details
- Value for money14/100Better value than 13% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goApr–May, Oct–NovWarmest: Apr, 29°CDetails
- Tap waterYes, drinkableTap water is treated and generally safe on Praslin; some travelers prefer bottled water.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: widely spokenDetails
- Doctor's visit$34–81Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundPublic bus (Seychelles Public Transport Corporation)You'll need transportDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards at most hotels and restaurants; carry rupees for buses, markets and small cafés.Details
Where to stay in Praslin
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Anse Volbert (Cote d'Or) | Long beach with most restaurants, dive shops and guesthouses |
| Grand Anse | Quieter southern strip near the airport and local shops |
| Baie Sainte Anne | Ferry port with small hotels and local life |
| Anse Lazio area | Remote north tip with the island's famous beach |
Apps that work in Praslin
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- Taxis: No ride apps; taxis wait at the ferry and airport. Guesthouses can book drivers for Anse Lazio and Vallée de Mai.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Seychelles.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards at most hotels and restaurants; carry rupees for buses, markets and small cafés. ATMs in Grand Anse and Baie Sainte Anne.
- Currency: Rupee (SCR). US$1 ≈ SCR14.75 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: ATMs on Mahé, Praslin and La Digue dispense rupees; foreign-card fees apply and some machines run out.
- Tipping: Not expected; 10% is welcome if no service charge. Many restaurants add 10%.
- Paying by phone: Apple and Google Pay work at some contactless terminals; local wallets are not used by visitors.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Apply for the Seychelles Travel Authorisation online before travel; it is required for all visitors and costs a small fee.
- You need a return or onward ticket, confirmed accommodation and proof of funds; visitors get up to 3 months, extendable to 12.
- Declare 50,000 SCR or more in cash when applying.
Emergency numbers
Police 999 · Ambulance 151 · Fire 999
Plugs
Type G · 240 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Tourist SIMs at Mahé airport and shops cost a few hundred rupees for data; passport required. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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