How rough is the ferry to Praslin, and is flying a better option?
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To reduce seasickness on the ferry, travelers suggest avoiding a heavy meal before departure, watching the horizon during the first hour, and choosing a seat on an open, well-ventilated deck. In heavy seas it can be difficult to move around the cabin, so it is best to remain seated.
43 days ago Open, well-ventilated deck
A traveler described very rough conditions on the Mahé–La Digue ferry even in business class, and reported that motion felt worse on the lower decks. This supports choosing a flight to Praslin over the longer sea crossing for passengers prone to seasickness.
27 days ago Mahé–La Digue, lower decks
For travelers who get seasick, the recommendation is to fly or take a helicopter to Praslin rather than use the ferry, as many passengers reportedly suffered severe seasickness on the crossing.
Flight or helicopter to Praslin
Business-class seating on the ferry does not necessarily make the crossing comfortable: a recent traveler report described substantial seasickness there as well during rough conditions.
Ferry business class
For travel between Praslin and La Digue, use the local short ferry: the journey takes about 15 minutes and was reported as far easier than the longer sea crossing.
Praslin–La Digue, about 15 minutes