Car Hire Seychelles: No Deposit, No Credit Card

The best way to hire a car in Seychelles with FindYCar

Just a small amount of setup is required to hire a car in Seychelles:

1. Specify your pick-up and drop-off dates and locations. Check the list of available offers on FindYCar and click Book Now for the best deals.
2. Fill out the form with your details and add any extra options.
3. Use your card to confirm your reservation (a 20% or 100% deposit is required).

Location

• You are free to specify any location you prefer to collect your vehicle (this could be a city, airport, or delivery)
• Enter the start and end dates of the rental and perform a search.

Booking

• Choose a car and add additional services (insurance, no deposit)
• Book a car through our website and make the payment online
• You will receive an email voucher with the rental company’s contact details and pick-up instructions.

Pick-Up

• When collecting the car, you will need to present your voucher, passport, driving licence, and a credit card (if a deposit is required)
• Sign the rental agreement, collect the car, and enjoy your trip.

Cheap Car Hire Seychelles: Best of FindYCar

This Indian Ocean archipelago captivates with its granite boulders, white-sand beaches, and jungle-clad mountains. Vibrant marine life and leaning palms make every lagoon feel like paradise. Creole culture and protected nature reserves add a unique charm. Visitors can island-hop or explore the ancient forest of Vallée de Mai. Relaxed and stunning, the islands offer the ultimate tropical escape.

Buses on Mahé run infrequently and miss most beaches entirely, while taxis charge island rates that can drain your budget faster than the tropical sun melts ice cream. Here’s why you need a hire car in the Seychelles:

• Reach hidden beaches: Anse Major, Anse Soleil and Police Bay require wheels – public transport only goes to the main, crowded beaches
• Island-hop properly: Drive to ferry ports for Praslin and La Digue on your own schedule, not the bus timetable’s
• Explore the mountainous interior: Tea plantations, Mission Lodge viewpoint and Morne Seychellois trails aren’t accessible without your own transport.

No credit card, additional insurance, cash payment, guaranteed model, free cancellation, no deposit – these are just some of the great features waiting for you at FindYCar. Book now.

What’s the cost of car hire in the Seychelles?

Its remote location and limited competition make car hire in the Seychelles significantly pricier than on the mainland. Here’s what your money gets you on the island:

• Economy: €40–€64 per day
• Mid-range: €72–€112 per day
• SUVs and minivans: €114–€176 per day
• Luxury: €183+ per day

Island prices come with a built-in premium, but savvy travellers can still find ways to save. Here’s how to keep costs down:

• Book as early as possible
• Use FindYCar filters and compare prices
• Opt for a long-term hire
• Start after the weekend.

Here’s how you can compare prices using FindYCar:

Table of car hire prices for popular models in the Seychelles by season

⚠️ Disclaimer: The table shows the approximate car hire prices in the Seychelles for popular models, taking seasonal changes into account. Prices are based on average market data and may vary depending on the rental company, location, day of the week and other factors. The information also includes car hire options in the Seychelles without a deposit or credit card.

Hiring a car in the Seychelles: what documents do I need?

Enjoy the best of the Seychelles driving experience with these documents:

• Credit card (optional)
• Driving licence
• Passport

Traffic Rules

Mahé’s narrow, winding coastal roads require careful driving, with steep hills, sharp bends, and the occasional giant tortoise crossing. Know these rules before hiring a car in Seychelles:

1. Drive on the left.
2. Speed limits: 40 km/h in towns, 65 km/h on main roads, and 80 km/h on the few open stretches.
3. On tight mountain passes, vehicles going uphill have priority – pull over at wider spots to let them pass.
4. All passengers must wear seat belts, or face fines of up to €65.
5. Do not exceed a blood alcohol level of 0.08%.

Parking

Outside Victoria, Mahé has no formal paid parking zones – most beaches and attractions have informal gravel areas where you can park for free.

In Victoria, marked bays near the market and city centre require small fees (€1.3–1.9 per hour).

Petrol Stations

Seypec petrol stations outside Victoria close early – many shut by 7 PM and have limited hours on Sundays. Fill up before travelling to remote areas.

Petrol costs around 17–19 SCR per litre (€1.1–1.25), with diesel slightly cheaper at 15–17 SCR per litre (€0.95–1.1).

Toll Roads

There are no tolls on any roads across the three main islands.

All coastal routes, mountain passes, and bridges are completely free to drive.