Malaria prophylaxis will be required for some parts of The Seychelles at certain times of year. There is no malaria vaccine, but there are anti-malaria drugs that should be taken before, during and after travelling to certain at-risk countries.
High risk areas: atovaquone/proguanil OR doxycycline OR mefloquine is usually advised for those visiting risk areas. Low to no risk areas: antimalarials are not usually advised. If you have been travelling in a malarious area and develop a fever seek medical attention promptly.
Although there is currently no malaria in Seychelles, mosquitoes are quite prevalent. It's highly recommended to use repellents and to stay covered around sunrise/sunset. For non-air-conditioned rooms, sleeping under a mosquito net is also a good idea.
Insect-borne diseasesOutbreaks of dengue and chikungunya occur in the Seychelles. To protect yourself from insect-borne disease: make sure your accommodation is insect-proof. use insect repellent.
Arrival and Stay Notes No quarantine required. Not Fully Vaccinated or Never vaccinated • Entry from All Countries. Negative COVID-19 PCR test done within 72h before departure or Negative COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test within 24h before departure (children under age 12 are exempted).
Although there is currently no malaria in Seychelles, mosquitoes are quite prevalent. It's highly recommended to use repellents and to stay covered around sunrise/sunset. For non-air-conditioned rooms, sleeping under a mosquito net is also a good idea.
About 2,000 cases of malaria are diagnosed in the United States annually, mostly in returned travelers. Travelers to sub-Saharan Africa have the greatest risk of both getting malaria and dying from their infection. However, all travelers to countries where malaria is present may be at risk for infection.
You will likely only need rupees in certain smaller restaurants or shops, and these can be withdrawn from ATMs on Mahé, Praslin or La Digue. Most hotels will take Visa, MasterCard or American Express cards.
As most of your days will be spent on the beach, you're advised to pack hats, sunglasses and sunscreen, along with plenty of casual beach wear – swimming costumes, sandals, sarongs, shorts, t-shirts and summer dresses.
Crime. Most visits to Seychelles are trouble free. However, there have been instances of break-ins, robberies, burglaries and opportunist thefts against residents, expatriates and tourists. Crime is generally non-violent, but bags have been snatched, cars broken into and tourists robbed while walking at night.