Seychelles island hopping from India: 6 days, ₹1.15–1.7L
A 6-day Seychelles itinerary from India: Mahé, Praslin and La Digue by ferry, the travel authorisation, a rupee budget, beaches and where to stay.
Seychelles
Granite boulders, palm-lined beaches and three islands linked by fast ferries.
Entry rules for Indian passports
| Entry | No visa; an Electronic Travel Authorisation before you fly, then a Visitor's Permit issued on arrival |
|---|---|
| Stay | Initial permit up to three months |
| Government fee | Permit free for the first three months; the ETA fee is not stated on the ICS page (reported at about €10; confirm on the portal) |
| Processing | Not stated on the ICS page; apply on the e-Border app or seychelles.govtas.com before leaving India |
| Official site | www.ics.gov.sc |
When to go
The best months are April, May, October, November. Flights from India: One stop via the Gulf (Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Doha), about 8–11 h; non-stop from Mumbai only on some schedules, so check. Currency: Seychelles rupee (SCR), roughly ₹6; check the day's rate. Clocks: IST − 1:30.
Trip guides
Seychelles guides