Is it cheaper to rent a car or use taxis on Mahé, Seychelles, and what are the typical costs?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 24 days ago
TL;DR
Taxis on Mahé are often expensive: a return transfer booked through a tour operator is typically around €80–90, while a single taxi trip may cost roughly ₽4,000–5,000. Car hire reportedly starts at about €40 per day and can be better value for several trips or a group.
What the community said
A return transfer on Mahé booked through a tour operator is commonly quoted at around €80–90. The final fare depends on where your hotel is located.
25 days ago €80–90 return transfer
For independent travel, travelers recommend arranging car collection at Mahé airport. A day’s rental can cost about the same as one taxi journey—roughly ₽4,000–5,000; photograph the car carefully before driving and avoid parking beneath coconut palms.
33 days ago ₽4,000–5,000; Mahé airport
One local price reference puts basic car rental on Mahé at about €40 per day. It is particularly useful if you plan to make several trips around the island, where roads are generally described as good and traffic light.
43 days ago ≈ €40 per day