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Fishing in
Seychelles 2026.
Fishing License & Permit · Fishing Times · Waters & Fish Species · Cost Overview
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·Seychelles-4.68°, 55.49°
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Fishing License & Permit
- License required?
- Yes
- Where to apply?
- Via charter boat operators or the Seychelles Fishing Authority (SFA).
- Cost
- Sport fishing permit: From 200 SCR (~15 USD). Usually included in charter price.
- Validity
- Daily or weekly permit
- Available online?
- No
The Seychelles requires a sport fishing permit that is easy to obtain. Most operators handle it. The islands offer world-class GT fishing on the flats and offshore!
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Rules & Regulations
- Closed seasons
- November to March: Northwest monsoon (less fishing possible). No formal closed seasons.
- Catch limits
- Bonefish: Catch-and-release mandatory. GT: Recommended. Food fish: Moderate limits.
- Prohibited methods
- Spearfishing with breathing apparatus prohibited. Nets prohibited. Marine Parks: No fishing!
- Catch & Release
- Standard for GT, bonefish and permit. Strictly enforced on the Outer Islands.
The Outer Islands (Alphonse, Cosmoledo, Astove) are the holy grail of GT fly fishing. Strict C&R rules protect the stocks.
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Waters & Fish Species
Top waters
- —Alphonse Island (GT-Fly fishing, World class!)
- —Cosmoledo Atoll (GT up to 50 kg+, unberührt)
- —Astove Atoll (The Wall, legendär)
- —Mahe (Big Game, Marlin, Sailfish)
- —Farquhar Atoll (Bonefish, GT, Perwith)
Freshwater
No significant freshwater bodies.
Saltwater
115 islands with endless flats, reefs and drop-offs. GT fly fishing at world-class level!
Starting from800 USD / day
Best season: April to November (Southeast monsoon, calmer seas). GT: October-May. Big game: Year-round.
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Practical Information
- Equipment
- Outer Island Lodges provide equipment. Own 12wt fly rod for GT recommended.
- Fishing guides
- Outer Island Lodge: 800-1,500 USD/day (all-inclusive). Mahe charter: 400-800 USD/day.
- Transport
- Flight to Mahe. Small aircraft or boats to the Outer Islands. Long transfers!
- Safety
- Strong currents around the atolls. Sun protection vital. Sharks on the flats are normal.
- Customs & taking fish home
- Fishing equipment allowed. Do not export coral, shells or protected marine animals!
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Cost Overview
License fees
Approx. 15 USD (included in lodge price)
Guide prices
Mahe charter: 400-800 USD/day. Outer Island Lodge: 800-1,500 USD/day.
Daily budget
Mahe: 200-400 USD. Premium Outer Islands: 800-1,500 USD/day (all-inclusive).
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