If you’re planning a trip to Seychelles and searching for how to get to La Digue Island, this guide is for you!
I’ve been lucky enough to visit La Digue multiple times, and I’ve outlined five different ways to get there from Mahe or Praslin – by ferry, plane, or helicopter. Read all about them below.
BEST PLACES TO STAY IN SEYCHELLES:
• Hilltop Boutique Hotel (I stayed here in Victoria on Mahé)
• Sun Properties & Resort Hotel (I stayed here in Beau Vallon on Mahé)
• Marie Laure Suites (I stayed here in Bel Ombre on Mahé)
• Bambous River Lodge (I stayed here in Bel Ombre on Mahé)
• Palm Beach Hotel (I stayed here in Grand Anse on Praslin)
• Chez Bea (I stayed here in Cote’Or on Praslin)
• Cote D’Or Footprints (upscale stay in Cote D’Or on Praslin)
• La Digue Self Catering Apartments (I stayed here in La Passe on La Digue)
• Le Nautique Waterfront Hotel (perfect beachfront location on La Digue)
• Chalets d’Anse Reunion (perfect paradise stay on La Digue)
TOP EXPERIENCES and TOURS IN SEYCHELLES:
• Mahé: Anse Major hike (I did this fun hike!)
• Mahé: Private Tour on Mahé (I did this)
• Mahé: St. Anne Marine Park with Lunch (I did this!)
• Mahé: Rock pool hike (on my wishlist)
• Mahé: Day trip to Praslin and La Digue (great if you are short on time)
• Praslin: Vallé de Mai and Anse Lazio (I did this!)
• Praslin: cruise to Curieuse and St. Pierre Island (top-rated tour)
• La Digue: Anse Marron (hike to an isolated beach)
• La Digue: Crystal Water Kayaks tour (my favorite!)
La Digue is my favorite island in Seychelles, and I think it should be on your itinerary too!
The most common way to reach La Digue is by ferry from Mahe or Praslin, which takes up to two hours. You can also opt for a quicker, more expensive helicopter ride.
Still unsure how to get to La Digue Island, home of Anse Source D’Argent and the nature trails?
This updated guide covers everything you need to plan your trip so that you can choose the best option for your budget, time, and travel style.
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How to get to La Digue Seychelles
KEY TAKEAWAYS
● La Digue is located northeast of the main island Mahé and southeast of Praslin island.
● The island is easily accessible by ferry from Mahé and Praslin or by helicopter.
● There are daily ferry connections between the main three islands of Seychelles (Mahé, Praslin, La Digue).
● Ferry travel time takes up to 2 hours from Mahé and up to 30 minutes from Praslin.
● Helicopter flight from Mahé to La Digue takes around 15 minutes.
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Where is La Digue Island
As you can see on a map, La Digue is one of the 40+ inner islands that are part of 115 islands in the archipelago.
It is located 54 km (33.5 mi) northeast of the main island of Mahé and 10 km (6 mi) southeast of Praslin Island. La Digue Island is the third most populated and fourth (fifth if you count Aldabra Atoll) biggest island in Seychelles.
The total land area of this small island is 10.08 km² (3.89 mi²).
Island of La Digue has a population of around 3.000 people. Most of them live in the (north) west coast villages of La Passe and La Reunion.
Quick travel guide to La Digue Island
| FROM | HOW | COST | TIME |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mahe | Cat Cocos Ferry | economy 72€ ($80) business 95€ ($105) | 1 hour 30-45 minutes |
| Domestic flight + taxi + ferry | from 130€ ($140) + €30 ($35) + 12€ ($13) or 16€ ($17) | 15-20 minutes | |
| Helicopter flight | from 900€ ($1000) | 15 minutes | |
| Private transfer | varies | 30-45 minutes | |
| Day trip | from 200€ ($220) | 10 hours or more | |
| Praslin | Cat Cocos Ferry Cat Rose Ferry | 12€ ($13) 16€ ($17) | 15 minutes |
No trip to the Seychelles should be left without visiting the island with the most photographed beach. Luckily, it can be easily reached by sea or by air.
There are daily ferry connections between Mahe, Praslin, and La Digue, the three main islands of the Seychelles.
You go to La Digue by air flying to Praslin and taking a ferry from there, or book a short helicopter flight from Mahé.
I always traveled to La Digue by Cat Cocos ferry. First, taking the ferry from Mahe to Praslin, where I stayed for a couple of days to explore the island. From there I travel around La Digue, and stay in La Digue for two nights, before going back to Mahe airport.
I would highly recommend booking your ticket in advance using Cat Cocos online booking system, especially, if you are traveling to Seychelles during their high season (April-May, October-November) which is also the best time to visit La Digue.
How to get from Mahé to La Digue Island
You can get from Mahé to La Digue in five different ways. By ferry, plane, helicopter, with a private transfer, or as a day trip.
All options are presented below!
Choose the one that suits your travel style, budget, and Seychelles itinerary the most.
Ferry from Mahé to La Digue
The most common transfer method is by Cat Cocos ferry from Mahé to La Digue Seychelles.
Ferries between islands run 2-3 times per day (depending on the day of the week and the travel direction). The journey will take between 1h 30 min to 1hr 45m with a short stop on Praslin islands.
Mahé to La Digue ferry cost will depend on the sailing class, age, and nationality.
One-way ferry ticket for an adult, traveling on lower deck Economy (Coco De Mer) will cost around 72€ ($80), or around 95€ ($105) for a Business (Lazio Lounge) ticket. Regarding children (from 2 up to 12 years), a one-way ticket on the lower deck will cost 38€ ($40), and infants (less than 2 years) travel for free.
Cat Cocos Berth (ferry terminal) in Victoria is 9.8 km (6 mi) away from the airport or 5.5 km (3.4 mi) from Beau Vallon Beach. You can reach the port by taxi or arrange a transfer through your hotel.
I would advise you to arrive at the terminal at least 45 minutes before the departure to check in and drop off your bags. You board a ferry without your luggage and get it at your final destination.
From Mahé to La Digue there are 2 ferries on Tuesday and Thursday and 3 ferries on the rest of the days.
Ferry schedules differ by day, but there is usually one ferry at 8:00, one around midday (10:30 on workdays and 11:00 on weekends, 14:00 on Sunday), and an afternoon one at 16:30 on all days of the week.
Going from La Digue to Mahé situation is a bit different. There are 2 ferries on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday, and 3 ferries on the rest of the days.
Ferry schedules differ by day, but there is usually one ferry leaving La Digue at 7:30 on all days of the week, one around lunchtime (13:30 on workdays and 14:15 on weekends), and an afternoon one (16:30 on Monday and Wednesday and 17:00 on Friday and Saturday).
Have a look at the schedule below but check Cat Cocos website for any timetable updates.
Plane from Mahé to Praslin and ferry to La Digue
You can travel part of the way to La Digue by plane. You can book your ticket from Mahé to Praslin on Air Seychelles.
This is a faster and more expensive option but you also get a scenic flight from Mahé to Praslin. The flight time is around 20 minutes and you can expect to pay from 130-230€ ($140 – 250) for a one-way ticket.
From Praslin airport, you will need to take a taxi to the Jetty, which will cost from 30€ ($35). The drive will take around 15 minutes.
The last step will be a ferry or private boat charter to La Digue. Read more about this in the next section.
Helicopter from Mahé to La Digue
The fastest (and most expensive) way to get from Mahé to La Digue is by helicopter.
Helicopter flights from Mahé to La Digue will be around 15-20 minutes offering stunning scenic views over the Inner islands.
Mahé to La Digue helicopter prices start from 899€ ($955) for up to 4 passengers. You can find more info and book your helicopter flight on ZilAir or Helipass.
Private boat transfer from Mahé to La Digue
Private boat transfer from Mahé to La Digue is the most exclusive and luxurious.
I’ve seen families and honeymooners renting private boats from one island to another. With a private interisland transfer, you will avoid ferry queues in Victoria, your travel time will be shorter plus you will be able to have some drinks along the way.
Booking a private boat transfer to La Digue will be a pricier option than taking a ferry or flight + ferry mentioned above.
If private transfer is something that you are looking for, I would recommend traveling with LizzyBoat.
Day trip from Mahé to La Digue
You can also come from Mahé to La Digue on a day trip.
I haven’t visited the island on a day trip and I would strongly recommend you to stay on La Digue for at least two days.
There are many things to do on La Digue, besides Anse Source D’Argent, that would be a shame to miss. But if you only have a limited amount of days in your Seychelles itinerary, one day will do.
For a self-organized Mahé to La Digue day trip book an early morning ferry at 8:00 and arrive at La Digue at 9:30. Then book the last ferry back to Mahé at 16:30 or 17:00 (look at the times in the tables above). This will give you around 7 hours on the island.
Another option is to book a day trip from Mahé. You can opt-in for a shared (less flexibility) or a private one (more flexibility).
How to get from Praslin to La Digue Island
You can get from Praslin to La Digue in three different ways. By ferry, with a private transfer, and on a day trip.
Ferry from Praslin to La Digue
I always took a ferry from Praslin to La Digue.
There are two ferry companies, Cat Cocos and Cat Rose, running multiple routes between the two islands several times per day.
The journey to La Digue from Praslin lasts around 15 minutes. Expect to pay 16€ ($17) for a one-way ferry price ticket on Cat Rose or around 12€ ($13) with Cat Cocos per person.
Both companies operate regularly and depending on the day you can choose from 6 vessels from Cat Rose and 3 with Cat Cocos.
Private boat transfer from Praslin to La Digue
You can also come from Praslin to La Digue with a private boat transfer.
With LizzyBoat you can set up your schedule or add a few snorkeling stops in between.
Hiring a private boat is a luxurious option for traveling between the two islands. You will have privacy and will avoid other tourists visiting Seychelles. A perfect option for celebrities staying in luxurious resorts and honeymooners.
Day trip from Praslin to La Digue
Another way to visit La Digue is by a day trip from Praslin to La Digue.
With many ferries between the islands, this is easy to self-organize. Booking the first ferry leaving Praslin at 7.00 (Cat Rose) and the last one leaving La Digue at 17:00 will give you around 10 hours on the island.
For a carefree time, there is also a full-day tour of La Digue from Praslin available.
Final thoughts on How to get to La Digue Island
Getting to La Digue, the most beautiful island in the Seychelles archipelago, is easy.
The best way to reach La Digue Island is with a ferry.
Whether you’re just starting to plan your trip to Seychelles and how to get there, or are already in Mahé or Praslin, this guide will help you find the best way to reach La Digue based on your itinerary and budget.
If you need help with planning, feel free to reach out!
Since you are in the process of planning your Seychelles holiday, have a look at other Seychelles guides for tips on the best beaches, like Grand Anse, top things to do in La Digue when you rent a bike and explore the island, my experience with the Crystal Water Kayak tour, and comparisons of Seychelles with other destinations like Barbados and Zanzibar.
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