Planning a trip to the Seychelles? Here’s the honest, up-to-date breakdown of what it’ll actually cost you — from daily budgets and currency tips to hidden fees and money-saving hacks.
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Is Seychelles Expensive? (2026 Cost Guide)
💸 Quick Answer
Yes — Seychelles is expensive, but it’s not only for luxury travellers.
Travel Style
Daily Budget (USD)
Daily Budget (SCR)
🎒 Budget
$100 – $120
SCR 1,480 – 1,776
🧳 Mid-range
$180 – $250
SCR 2,664 – 3,700
💎 Luxury
$600 – $1,900+
SCR 8,880 – 28,120+
👉 The key is where you spend vs where you save.
💱 Currency & Money Tips
Item
Details
Currency
Seychellois Rupee (SCR)
1 USD
≈ SCR 14.8
1 EUR
≈ SCR 16.7
Cards
✅ Widely accepted
ATMs
✅ Available on all main islands
ATM Fees
~2–5%
💡 Smart Tips
Withdraw SCR from ATMs for best rates
Use Wise / Revolut to reduce fees
Carry cash for small vendors & buses
Avoid paying in USD/EUR where possible
🛂 Proof of Funds
Required on arrival
Approx: $150 per day of stay
Show via:
Bank balance
Card access
Cash (not mandatory)
🌱 Sustainability Levy (2026 Update)
Accommodation Type
Fee
🏡 Guesthouse (≤24 rooms)
✅ FREE
🏨 Medium hotel
SCR 75 (~$5)
🏩 Large hotel / Resort
SCR 100 (~$6.75)
👉 Big saving tip: Stay in small guesthouses = zero levy
🏨 Accommodation Costs
Type
USD
SCR
Budget Guesthouse
$50 – $100
SCR 740 – 1,480
Mid-range Hotel
$150 – $300
SCR 2,220 – 4,440
Luxury Resort
$450 – $1,900+
SCR 6,660 – 28,120+
💡 Self-catering = biggest money saver
🍽️ Food & Drink Prices
🍛 Meals
Item
USD
SCR
Local takeaway
$6 – $15
SCR 90 – 220
Budget restaurant
$13 – $25
SCR 190 – 370
Mid-range (2 people)
$37 – $202
SCR 550 – 3,000
☕ Drinks
Item
USD
SCR
Coffee
~$4.70
SCR 68 – 70
Tea
$2.70 – $4.05
SCR 40 – 60
Soft drink
$1.95 – $2.35
SCR 29 – 35
Water (restaurant)
$1.75 – $2.20
SCR 26 – 32
Water (supermarket)
$1.00 – $2.40
SCR 15 – 35
🍺 Alcohol
Item
USD
SCR
Local beer (bar)
$5.40 – $7.80
SCR 80 – 115
Beer (supermarket)
$2.70 – $3.80
SCR 40 – 56
Cocktail
$6.75 – $11.15
SCR 100 – 165
Wine (glass)
$6.10 – $10.15
SCR 90 – 150
🚌 Transport Costs
Transport
USD
SCR
Bus
$0.80 – $1.00
SCR 12 – 15
Taxi (short)
$15 – $25
SCR 220 – 370
Car rental/day
$45 – $70
SCR 665 – 1,035
Bicycle (La Digue)
$7 – $11
SCR 100 – 160
Ferry (Mahé–Praslin)
$50 – $70
SCR 740 – 1,035
🤿 Activities
Activity
USD
SCR
Beaches & hiking
FREE
FREE
Vallée de Mai
~$15
SCR 220
Snorkelling trip
$75 – $95
SCR 1,110 – 1,405
Island tour
~$85
SCR 1,258
🛒 Supermarket Prices (Key Savings Area)
Item
USD
SCR
Milk (1L)
$1.50 – $2.65
SCR 22 – 39
Bread
$0.95 – $3.20
SCR 14 – 47
Eggs (12)
$3.25 – $5.30
SCR 48 – 78
Chicken
$1.90 – $3.85
SCR 28 – 57
👉 Eating from supermarkets = 2–3x cheaper than restaurants
✈️ Flight Costs (Return)
Region
Cost
Middle East
$450 – $700
Europe
$600 – $900
USA
$900 – $1,400
💡 Real Money-Saving Hacks
Stay in guesthouses (no levy + cheaper)
Use public buses instead of taxis
Buy water + snacks from supermarkets
Travel in shoulder season (Apr–May, Oct–Nov)
Carry a reusable bottle (tap water is safe)
Limit alcohol at resorts (very expensive)
📊 Final Verdict
Seychelles is:
❌ Not a cheap destination
✅ But absolutely doable on a budget
💡 Best value comes from smart planning, not overspending
👉 If you control:
Accommodation
Food choices
Transport
You can experience Seychelles without luxury-level spending
