Yacht Charter Seychelles
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Yacht Charter Seychelles Highlights
La Digue & Anse Source d'Argent
World's most photographed beach with giant granite boulders, turquoise shallows, and powder-white sand. Car-free island with traditional ox-cart transport.
Praslin & Vallée de Mai
UNESCO World Heritage prehistoric forest with rare Coco de Mer palms, black parrots, and stunning beaches including Anse Lazio. The Garden of Eden.
Mahé & Victoria
Main island and charter base with excellent marina, vibrant markets, mountain hiking, and numerous beautiful beaches including Beau Vallon.
St. Pierre Island
Tiny granite island with exceptional snorkelling, dramatic rock formations, and crystal-clear waters. Perfect day anchorage near Praslin.
Curieuse Island
Marine National Park with giant tortoises roaming freely, mangrove forests, pristine beaches, and excellent snorkelling. Unique wildlife encounters.
Sainte Anne Marine Park
Protected archipelago near Mahé with six islands, vibrant coral reefs, sea turtles, and excellent snorkelling. Perfect for families.
Seychelles Sailing Itinerary
Seychelles 7-day sailing itinerary: Praslin, La Digue, Felicite, Frégate, Mahé, Victoria & Saint Anne
Looking for inspiration? Check out our curated Seychelles sailing itineraries, featuring the best Inner Islands, beaches, wildlife encounters, and nature experiences across this Indian Ocean paradise.
View Day-by-DayA Seychelles yacht charter puts you among granite Inner Islands, coral lagoons and short hops between Mahé, Praslin and La Digue. Most fleets base at Eden Island on Mahé, with Praslin and La Digue as classic circuit islands. Compare start harbours in our Seychelles charter bases guide.
Trades and reef channels reward daylight arrivals and local briefing. Peak season fills popular anchorages; shoulder weeks can feel easier for first Mahé yacht charter itineraries while still offering warm water.
From bareboats to skippered catamarans and fully crewed yachts, we match you to the right platform for Inner Islands circuits without overreaching into remote outer groups.
Departure bases in Seychelles
These are the marinas and harbours charter weeks usually start from. Pick the base for the airport, the first night and the kind of week you want.
Full Seychelles charter bases guide
- Seychelles charter bases (Full guide to Mahé (Eden Island), Praslin and La Digue hops.)
- Mahé (Eden Island) (Main logistics hub for most Mahé yacht charter weeks.)
- Praslin (Classic Inner Islands hop with strong anchorage options.)
- La Digue hops (Short scenic stop for granite beaches and quiet nights.)
Yachts in Seychelles
DH 550 (2019) in Seychelles
From €3,500 / week
Lagoon 40 (2018) in Seychelles
From €4,180 / week
Lagoon 450 Sport (2016) in Seychelles
From €4,275 / week
Leopard 42 (2022) in Seychelles
From €4,705 / week
Sunsail 424 (2023) in Seychelles
From €4,932 / week
Lagoon 42 (2026) in Seychelles
From €4,950 / week
Lagoon 43 (2027) in Seychelles
From €5,225 / week
Leopard 45 (2022) in Seychelles
From €6,067 / week
Lagoon 46 Iconic (2026) in Seychelles
From €6,175 / week
Seychelles Yacht Charter Types
In Seychelles you can hire a monohull sailing yacht, a catamaran, or a motor yacht. Bareboat and skippered weeks are the usual products; crewed and by-the-cabin options appear on the busier coasts. Pick the boat type that matches the group, then we shortlist fleets that actually sit in that base.
Bareboat
- Complete freedom to explore at your own pace
- Lower cost option for experienced sailors
- Privacy and independence
- Choose your own route and schedule
Skippered
- Local expert knowledge of hazards and best anchorages
- No sailing qualifications required
- Stress-free navigation and mooring
- Learn while you sail!
Catamaran
- Spacious living areas and stability
- Shallow draft for accessing secluded bays
- Perfect for families and larger groups
- Two hulls means more privacy and space for wet-gear and toys
Crewed Luxury
- Chef, captain and concierge experience
- Professional crew handles everything
- Tailored menus, activities and privacy
- Ultimate relaxation and comfort
Yacht Charter Seychelles: Guide Prices
| Season | Bareboat | Catamaran | Crewed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low Season (Jun-Aug, SE Trades) | €3,890 | €6,670 | €13,430 |
| Shoulder Season (May, Sep-Oct) | €4,440 | €7,590 | €15,280 |
| High Season (Nov-Apr, NW Monsoon) | €6,020 | €10,190 | €20,370 |
| Peak Season (Christmas-New Year) | €8,330 | €14,350 | €28,700 |
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Yacht Charter Seychelles FAQs
Bareboat usually needs recognised coastal experience and operator paperwork; many companies prefer an ICC or equivalent plus recent skippering. Skippered and crewed weeks do not require you to skipper. We confirm documents before booking.
Much of the year works for Inner Islands sailing, with trade patterns shifting seasonally. Peak holiday weeks fill fast; shoulder months can feel easier for first visits.
Catamarans dominate many fleets and peak weeks often sit in the high thousands of euros or dollars before extras. Fuel, moorings, park fees and optional crew sit on top.
Yacht use for the week, standard inventory and contractual insurance. Fuel, moorings, provisioning and optional skipper or hostess are usually extras.
Most weeks start on Mahé (Eden Island), with Praslin and La Digue as classic hops. See the Seychelles charter bases page for harbour-by-harbour notes.
Bareboat suits crews comfortable with reef channels and trade-wind sailing. Skippered is ideal for first Seychelles weeks or anyone who wants local routing into lagoons.
Reefs and channels need daylight and briefing. Keep Outer Islands ambitions separate from a standard Inner Islands week.
Yes. A classic week covers Mahé, Praslin and La Digue hops without forcing remote outer-island passages.
