How much cash do you need in Seychelles?

You should plan to spend around S?2,779 ($218) per day on your vacation in the Seychelles, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, S?703 ($55) on meals for one day and S?926 ($73) on local transportation.



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You will likely only need rupees in certain smaller restaurants or shops, and these can be withdrawn from ATMs on Mahé, Praslin or La Digue.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.

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The import and export of local and foreign currencies are unrestricted. However, amounts above US$10,000 or equivalent must be declared upon arrival.

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Seychelles is a bit pricey when compared to other popular destinations like Mauritius and Bali. Generally, the cost of a trip to this country depends on what a vacationer is after.

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Credit cards are widely accepted as a form of payment. You will likely only need rupees in certain smaller restaurants or shops, and these can be withdrawn from ATMs on Mahé, Praslin or La Digue.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.

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Goods and services are paid for in Seychelles rupees (SCR). It isn't common to buy goods or pay for services in any other currency, although some guesthouses and hotels may accept euros or US dollars. You should check before travelling.

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Tipping is not obligatory in the Seychelles, however, any extra change is greatly appreciated. Tipping at your hotel is entirely at your discretion. You can either tip individual staff members whose service you appreciate by leaving money in an envelope for them.

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Tap water meets W.H.O. (World Health Organization) specifications and is safe to drink nationwide. Because tap water is chlorinated, however, visitors are advised to drink bottled water but there is no imperative to avoid soft drinks, alcoholic drinks and ice.

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Accommodation is more diverse in Seychelles. With individual homes to rent out, villas, and beach houses apart from the more prestigious and luxurious hotels, Seychelles has a more diverse range of accommodation choices. But cost-wise, Maldives is more affordable.

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Accommodation, food and transport in Bali is generally cheaper than in Seychelles. For those looking for luxurious experiences, Seychelles can be costly, due to the higher costs of luxury hotels and restaurants. However, for those looking for budget-friendly trips, Bali is often the better choice.

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You can fly with any amount of cash. No law prohibits you from bringing any amount of money on a flight. Likewise, TSA has no rules that limit how much money you can bring through security. In other words, TSA has no cash limit per person.

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Weapons such as blank guns, clubs, bows and arrows, brass knuckles, daggers, swords, tear gas, whips, firearms and ammunition are prohibited.

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While credit cards are easy to carry and more secure than cash, you should always have some local cash on you when traveling. It's just good sense.

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While Seychelles offers a much better experience when it comes to sightseeing and activities. Maldives reigns supreme when it comes to the stay experience.

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The cheapest time to go to Seychelles is during the off-season, which runs from October to April. During this time, the humidity is higher with more rain. The islands may also experience some cyclones, which can disrupt travel plans.

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Contributing to the high cost of living in Seychelles – 115 islands in the western Indian Ocean - is the fact that 80 percent of what is consumed is imported. The government has started to put in place measures to curb the cost of living.

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Swimming during tropical maritime species is an incredible experience during your vacation in Seychelles where there is no shortage of beaches. Mahé Island, Praslin Island, Saint-Anne Island and La Digue Island… All of these Seychelles islands are full of beautiful beaches for a breath-taking experience!

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Euros are widely used across the country, and many hotels and other services such as car hire or excursions will be charged in foreign currency such as Euros or US dollars. Credit cards are widely accepted as a form of payment.

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Taxi fares include a service fee, so tipping your taxi driver is not necessary, however, you can round up the fare and leave some change. Tour Guides: Is a tip required? Tipping your tour guide around SR12 for a half-day or SR24 for a full day tour would be appropriate.

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A Service Charge of 10 percent of room rate *plus applicable taxes* and an Environmental Fee of EUR 1 per night will be applied to all reservations. This fee is in addition to the room rate per night.

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