Liveaboards · Seychelles
Dive Liveaboards Seychelles
A Seychelles liveaboard takes you between granite islands, remote atolls and quieter reefs, with the boat as your base. Trips leave from Mahé, Praslin, Port Victoria or Eden Island and run for two to seven nights. Expect three or four dives a day, often including a night dive, with turtles, rays, reef sharks and big schools of fish on the granite routes. There are 4 liveaboards, with trips from £1,164$1,556€1,390.
Seychelles liveaboard routes
The table counts departures on sale over the next twelve months, route by route, using the name of each itinerary. It shows the lowest price at the most common length, and is refreshed every night.
| Route | Departure ports | Most common length | From | Departures | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outer islands and atolls | Mahé or Eden Island | 5 nights | £2,616$3,497€3,124 | 33 | Open Water, or Advanced Open Water with 30 or 50 dives, depending on the boat |
| Granite Islands | Mahé or Praslin | 7 nights | £1,164$1,556€1,390 | 226 | Open Water, or Advanced Open Water with 30 or 50 dives, depending on the boat |
Prices are per person, excluding flights and costs on board.
Outer islands and atolls liveaboard trips
These rarer expeditions leave from Mahé or Eden Island for Bird and Denis Islands, and for Aldabra. Aldabra is a remote atoll and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, so this route has a genuine sense of remoteness. Trips run throughout the year and last from two to seven nights. Check the boat's page for its certification and dive-count requirements.
Granite Islands liveaboard routes
These loops run from Mahé to Praslin and La Digue, through underwater landscapes of sculpted granite boulders. You can see turtles, rays, reef sharks and big schools of fish, with whale sharks in season. Routes operate in summer and winter, and this is the route with the most departures. Check the boat's page for its certification and dive-count requirements.
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Seychelles liveaboard questions
When should I book a Seychelles liveaboard?
The granite-island routes run in summer and winter, while the outer-island and atoll trips operate year-round. Check the sailing dates carefully, especially for the rarer expeditions.
Which Seychelles liveaboard route is right for me?
Choose the granite-island route for loops between Mahé, Praslin and La Digue, with boulder formations, turtles, rays and reef sharks. Choose the outer-island and atoll route for a more remote trip to Bird, Denis or Aldabra.
Where do Seychelles liveaboards leave from?
Departure ports include Mahé, Praslin, Port Victoria and Eden Island, depending on the itinerary. Check the boat's transfer arrangements before you travel.
What is usually extra on a Seychelles liveaboard?
Marine park fees, nitrox, rental equipment, crew tips and transfers are often not included. Each boat has its own terms, so check the full price and inclusions before booking.
How long are Seychelles liveaboard trips?
The trips listed here run from two to seven nights. The exact length depends on the route and the boat, so check the itinerary before you book.
How much diving is there on a Seychelles liveaboard?
You can usually expect three or four dives a day, often with one at night, and a briefing before every dive. There is no diving on the last day, leaving at least 24 hours between your last dive and take-off.
Seychelles liveaboard FAQ
How much does a Seychelles liveaboard cost?
Prices start from £1,164$1,556€1,390 per person for the most common trip length shown on the page. The final cost depends on the route, boat and extras.
What is the best season for a Seychelles liveaboard?
Granite-island routes run in summer and winter. Outer-island and atoll trips operate year-round.
What certification do I need for a Seychelles liveaboard?
Depending on the route and boat, you may need Open Water, or Advanced Open Water with a minimum of 30 or 50 dives. The boat's page states the exact requirement.
Where do Seychelles liveaboards depart from?
Departures are from Mahé, Praslin, Port Victoria or Eden Island, depending on the itinerary. Check the transfer details with the boat.
How many dives a day are included?
Most trips offer three or four dives a day, often including one night dive. A briefing takes place before each dive.
What can I see on a Seychelles liveaboard?
The granite routes feature sculpted granite boulders, turtles, rays, reef sharks and big schools of fish. Whale sharks can appear in season.
How long must I wait before flying after diving?
There must be at least 24 hours between your last dive and take-off. There is no diving on the last day.
Do I need dive insurance for a Seychelles liveaboard?
Dive insurance is strongly recommended and is often requested at boarding. It should cover diving accidents and the recompression chamber.
Are marine park fees included on Seychelles liveaboards?
Marine park fees are often not included. Check the individual boat's terms, along with nitrox, equipment hire, tips and transfers.
Are night dives available on Seychelles liveaboards?
Night dives are often part of the usual schedule, alongside three or four dives during the day. The exact programme varies by boat and route.
