Mahe to La Digue Ferry
Take the high-speed ferry to La Digue
Travelling by ferry from Mahe to La Digue is the most convenient and popular way to reach La Digue Island. With up to three daily departures from Victoria Jetty on Mahe, you can easily book Mahe to La Digue ferry tickets and receive instant e-ticket confirmation. Check the Mahe to La Digue ferry timetable for the latest timings, or simply use the Search Box to see live availability and prices and to book Mahe La Digue ferry tickets.
The ferry to La Digue takes around 1 hour 45 minutes in total, which includes a brief 15-30 minute stopover on Praslin. Passengers travelling from Mahe to Praslin can disembark there, while others remain onboard before continuing their journey to the La Passe Ferry Jetty on La Digue. Whether you’re planning a quick day trip or a longer island stay, making a Cat Cocos booking for the Mahe La Digue ferry is your best option for exploring this stunning part of Seychelles.
Ferry Route Mahe to La Digue
The ferry between Mahe and La Digue operates all year round, with daily services provided by Cat Cocos and its fleet of 5 high-speed catamarans. They operate a late-morning and afternoon transfer from Mahe to La Digue every day of the week. They also offer an earlier morning departure from Mahe to La Digue via Praslin on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. To see the exact departure and arrival times, take a look at the Mahe to La Digue ferry schedule.
The ferry from Mahe to La Digue departs from the Cat Cocos Berth at the Mahe Jetty (Inter Island Quay) in Victoria. After approximately an hour, it makes a short 15-30-minute stopover in Praslin, arriving at the Praslin Jetty (ERO Passenger Terminal) in Baie Ste. Anne. Once passengers bound for Praslin have disembarked, the Mahe La Digue ferry continues on its route with a 15-minute crossing to La Digue Harbour. For those returning from La Digue to Mahe, the ferry follows the same route.
Mahe to La Digue Ferry Schedule
| MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY | |||||||
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| Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. | Dep. | Arr. |
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08:00* 10:30* 16:30* |
09:45 12:15 18:15 |
10:30* 16:30* |
12:15 18:15 |
08:00* 10:30* 16:30* |
09:45 12:15 18:15 |
10:30* 16:30* |
12:15 18:15 |
08:00* 10:30* 16:30* |
09:45 12:15 18:15 |
08:00* 11:00* 16:30* |
09:45 12:45 18:15 |
11:00* 16:30* |
12:45 18:15 |
| * Stopover on Praslin for approximately 15-30 minutes | |||||||||||||
| Check-in 1 hour before departure // Boarding starts 30 minutes before departure // Boarding Gate closes 5 minutes before departure | |||||||||||||
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Terminals: Mahe Praslin La Digue |
Inter Island Quay, Victoria Praslin Quay/Baie Sainte Anne Jetty La Passe Quay/Jetty |
Luggage Allowance: Carry on / Cabin Checked baggage |
7 kg 25 kg 30 kg |
Max dimensions 50cm X 30 cm X 20cm Economy Class Business Class |
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| Please Note: Schedules are subject to change without prior notice | |||||||||||||
The best way to get from Mahe to La Digue
The Cat Cocos ferries are the best way to get from Mahe to La Digue! Now boasting a fleet of five high-speed catamarans, you can be sure your inter-island crossing will be smooth from start to finish.
Like all their vessels, they offer a choice of Economy and Business Class cabins, split over two to three decks. Economy class passengers can travel in the fully air-conditioned Coco de Mer Cabin on the main deck or outside on the Island Hopper Upper Deck. Business Class passengers have their own dedicated cabin - Lazio Lounge.
Boarding Process
When travelling from Mahe to La Digue, you should arrive at the Mahe Jetty at least 1 hour in advance, giving you time to check in your luggage. You will receive a digital Boarding Pass by email approximately 24-48 hours before departure. If, for some reason, you do not have your boarding pass when you get to the jetty, simply visit the Creole Travel Services jetty office for assistance.
Boarding starts 30 minutes before departure at the Cat Cocos Berth, with the Boarding Gate closing 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
During the short stopover in Praslin, passengers travelling from Mahe to La Digue will usually remain on the same vessel. Occasionally, it may be necessary to transfer from one ferry to another. Should this happen, don't worry; the crew will transfer your luggage between vessels. The same applies to the journey back from La Digue to Mahe, where the crew would transfer your luggage to the Praslin to Mahe ferry.
Baggage Allowance
Every passenger (except infants) is allowed to bring one piece of carry-on baggage not exceeding 7kg with maximum dimensions of 50cm X 30 cm X 20cm. Any cabin baggage above this size will be considered ‘checked baggage’ and will be stowed in the cargo compartment.
- Economy Class: Maximum allowance = 25kg
- Business Class: Maximum allowance = 30kg
Multiple pieces are permitted, provided the total weight of all pieces does not exceed the maximum allowance. Excess Luggage will be charged at €3.00 per kilo.
Airport and Hotel Transfers
Shared shuttle bus transfers to the Mahe Jetty from the airport or your hotel are available to all passengers when booking your Mahe to La Digue ferry tickets with Seychellesbookings.com (transfer fees apply).
Buses leave Mahe International Airport up to 1 hour before the scheduled ferry departure time. Hotel pick-ups are usually between 45 and 90 minutes before departure, depending on how far your hotel is from the jetty.
On arrival in La Digue, shared taxi transfers can be booked to take you from the La Digue Harbour in La Passe to your hotel or guesthouse. Some accommodations offer complimentary transfers from the jetty, so always check with them first before booking a La Digue transfer.
IMPORTANT
NOTE: Due to health and safety restrictions, food and beverages are no longer available on any Cat Cocos vessel, in any cabin/class.
Passengers may bring bottled water, but no food is allowed.
Mahe to La Digue Ferry FAQs
How do I get from Mahe to La Digue by ferry?
How much is the ferry from Mahe to La Digue?
- The cost of a Mahe to La Digue ferry ticket is €66 (one-way) for adults (Main Inside Cabin) and €37 (one-way) for children aged 2 to 11 years.
- You can upgrade to the Upper Outside Deck for an additional €5 per adult/child or to Business Class for an extra €21 per adult and €17 per child.
- A Port Fee of €2 (one-way) will be added to each adult ticket. Children and Infants are exempt.
- A return ticket simply costs double the one-way ticket price.
How long is the journey from Mahe to La Digue by ferry?
What is the ferry schedule from Mahe to La Digue?
Monday - 08:00, 10:30, 16:30 // Tuesday - 10:30, 16:30 // Wednesday - 08:00, 10:30, 16:30 // Thursday - 10:30, 16:30 //
Friday - 08:00, 10:30, 16:30 // Saturday - 08:00, 11:00, 16:30 // Sunday - 11:00, 16:30
The ferry from La Digue to Mahe departs as follows:
Monday - 07:30, 13:30, 16:30 // Tuesday - 07:30, 13:30 // Wednesday - 07:30, 13:30, 16:30 // Thursday - 07:30, 13:30 //
Friday - 07:30, 13:30, 17:00 // Saturday - 07:30, 14:15*, 17:00 // Sunday - 07:30, 14:15*
Can I do a day trip from Mahe to La Digue?
Should I book a through ticket from Mahe to La Digue or buy separate tickets?
How far in advance should I book the Mahe to La Digue ferry?
Do I stay on the same boat from Mahe all the way to La Digue?
How do I get from the La Digue harbour to my hotel when I arrive?
What should I do with my luggage if I’m only visiting La Digue for the day?
Not sure how to book your Mahe to La Digue ferry ticket? Then take a look at the most common FAQ. Online bookings can be made up to 28 hours before departure.
For information on changes or cancellations, please see our Terms and Conditions.
