Seychelles trip budget

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1.9K shares • • • • • Seychelles, also known as “The Paradise Isles,” have been some of the most beautiful islands I’ve been to so far. Composed of one hundred fifteen coral and granite islands rising from the Indian Ocean, this pristine hideaway is the perfect place to enjoy unspoiled nature, palm-fringed jungles, white-sand beaches, majestic granite cliffs, and astonishing azure waters. And best of all is that wherever you go in the country, it’s easy to escape the crowds and feel like you’re on an exclusive getaway. It is widely known that Seychelles caters to luxury travelers and honeymooners who usually spend $500+ a night just for their accommodation. The islands do cast that aura of exclusivity, but know that you can enjoy that same exclusive environment for much, much less – even with a backpacker’s budget if you plan it carefully. Getting To Seychelles Since Seychelles are a bunch of tiny islands in the middle of the Indian Ocean (roughly 1000 miles east off the Kenyan coast), the only way you can get there is by flying. Typically, this means expensive flights. But, it is possible to get decently priced flights if you search them well. At the moment, if you’re flying from Europe, Asia, or the Americas, the cheapest options (usually) are If you’re flying from the southern part of Africa, then airlines like My recommendation is to go to Break your flights by searching for a roundtrip flight from your departure city to a major layover city (in this case, Abu Dhabi, O...

Last Updated: 2/2/2020 | February 2nd, 2020 In this guest post, If you want to drop serious money on a holiday, the Seychelles definitely have plenty of places perfect for an eye-wateringly expensive trip, with high-end rooms at the Madame Zabre Spa Resort on Desroches Island going for almost $15,000 USD per night, as well as a plethora of rooms available in the $500-$1,000-per-night range. There are even whole islands commandeered by one resort, such as Cerf Island, which consists solely of the 24 villas that make up the aptly named But even though fancy resorts like that were way out of my budget, I was determined to visit these islands — and do so frugally, with a backpacker’s budget in mind. After spotting an obscenely cheap and convenient flight deal — and desperate to get out there and explore these beautiful islands — I booked round-trip flights from I typically travel in After securing some affordable accommodation, I braced myself for a painfully expensive trip — but in the end, to my surprise, it was so much easier to be budget-conscious than I imagined. Were the Seychelles the cheapest destination? No. But, I learned, they don’t have to be prohibitively expensive either. So, how do you save money in the Seychelles? Here’s how you can take an affordable trip to paradise: 1. Find cheap flights (they do exist!) We found round-trip flights from London with British Airways for just over $600, a deal so good that it sparked the whole trip. I always use • Look at deal ...

491 Shares Reading Time: 10 minutes A Solo Traveller’s Guide for Exploring Seychelles on a Budget Seychelles is a gorgeous island nation located in the Indian Ocean which lies in South East Africa. One of the most popular honeymoon and couple destinations, this place is not much popular among solo travellers and backpackers as it is often seen as a ‘tad’ bit expensive. But, I am glad that I didn’t let this deter me from visiting this place because truly, this has been one of the most beautiful countries that I have set foot in, till date. And I did it solo. Yes, it cost a bit more than other countries but it was still manageable in 75,000 INR for 15 days (including flights). I know it might seem like a lot but it was money well spent and I definitely don’t regret going here. If you are planning to attempt this place like me, solo, then here is a guide to help you plan your perfect Seychelles trip. Trust me, by the end of your trip, you will fall in love with the people over here and would have a hard time returning home. Contents • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • How to Reach Seychelles In order to reach this island, you will need to take a flight to the Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) which is situated on the There are many airplane carriers like British Airways, Air Seychelles, Etihad Airlines, etc. which have daily flights to this airport from major cities of Asia, Europe, and the Middle East continent. A to and fro flight from India...

Authored by Rachita Saxena The Seychelles is one of the most popular honeymoon destinations in Africa, which is why it is often perceived as an expensive vacation. While this isn’t an incorrect observation, it’s not exactly the entire truth either. The most expensive thing about Seychelles will be your flights and your accommodation. However, with a little planning and research, you can easily visit Seychelles on a more frugal budget as well. Having recently visited the Seychelles for a solo trip, I was easily able to manage 2 weeks here for 730 USD. Here are a few tips that can help you manage a budget-friendly trip in this exotic location too. Seychelles on a Budget: How to Visit Without Breaking The Bank Use Local Transportation One of the best things about Seychelles is that it has an amazing transportation system which is both convenient, cheap, and easy to use. For exploring an island, you have the local SPTC buses which cover each and every point and cost just 7 Seychellois Rupees (0.5 USD) for a ride. This means that whenever you take a bus, you need to pay just 7 Rupees, regardless of the stop. You can find the bus schedules, routes and timetables for For Praslin, there are only two bus routes whose schedule can be found at your hotel/homestay. But you can of course walk if you don’t mind the distance. On Image credit: Opt for a Self-Catering Apartment The most important thing to consider when planning a vacation to Seychelles is your accommodation. As this is a p...

Planning a trip to Seychelles on a budget? Let us help you. Seychelles’s unparalleled beauty, picture postcard beaches, amazing marine life, and unique flora and fauna makes it the choicest honeymoon destination for who’s who of this world. It has long been perceived as a luxury destination and not for those on a limited budget. After spending In this post, we share our 2 cents on how to plan your Seychelles trip on a Budget : – Flights – Check Book your flight in advance. – Stay – Hotels range from budget stay to the most luxurious ones. We would highly recommend checking out home stays on Home stays are plenty and are quite reasonable. A search on Agoda or We stayed in a villa booked via Note : Sign up with our link and get INR 2335 on your first booking ) at Praslin for 2 nights at a price of INR 15000/-. The villa was just steps away from the beach. – Food– There are a lot of takeaway options on the Island which are quite cheap but we did find very limited options for vegetarians. So, if you are craving for good vegetarian food, cooking is the best option. Try to carry some spices or ingredients you might need in small portions from home and once you reach there, hit the supermarket and grab your favorite veggies. Carry energy bars, dry fruits, chips, packets of noodles, packaged food, coffee, and tea packets in case your homestay does not provide any. Since everything on the island is imported the prices can be astronomical even for some of the basic needs. Takeaways ...