Did You Know: Praslin Island Has Two Fuel Stations?

Did you know Praslin has only two fuel stations on the whole island?

The Seychelles are an archipelago in the middle of the Indian Ocean, off the eastern coast of Africa. This unique country is well-known for its mesmerising landscape and dazzling white-sand beaches. It’s so breathtaking that it can claim to have the most photographed beaches in the world. It’s revered by some as the Garden of Eden, so breathtakingly beautiful is this tropical island.

In 1924, the first cars were imported to the Seychelles, even though there weren’t proper roads in place to accommodate the cars. Today, there are 2000 registered vehicles in Praslin. The number of vehicles in Praslin has grown along with the modernization of infrastructure and the increase in population and residents. The increase in vehicles has made navigating the island easier and more accessible.

When visiting the Seychelles, one of the best options is to hire a car. This is very easy to do on the two main islands, Mahe and Praslin, where the roads are in good condition and suitable for driving. On La Digue and Silhouette, the smaller islands, the roads are narrower, and vehicles are far fewer. Here, the best option is to hire a bicycle. The locals here either travel by bicycle or by foot.

There are approximately ten service stations spread across the islands of Mahe, Praslin, and La Digue. These are reliable refuelling points that also have additional services for your convenience. The Seychelles Petroleum Company (SEYPEC) has 7 service stations for vehicles in Mahe, 2 on the island of Praslin, and 1 on La Digue Island.

Two Fuel Stations in Praslin

There are two service stations on Praslin. One is situated in the beautiful and serene area of Baie Ste Anne, and the other is in the village of Grande Anse Praslin.

Baie Ste Anne

The village of Baie Ste Anne is in a large bay. There is a narrow passage to the sea. It’s a popular spot for jetting. The hills on either side of Baie Ste Anne are a visual feast for the eyes, with their spectacular backdrop overlooking the sea. It has incomparable sea views and beautiful scenery. From Baie Ste Anne, one can travel along the coast and explore other iconic spots in Praslin.

The Baie Ste Anne fuel station is located just off the main road, opposite the Loyalty Boat Charter. Besides being a reliable stop for refuelling, if you have a flat tyre, you can pump it up here.

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday: 07:00–22:30

Sunday and public holidays: 07:00–18:00

Grand Anse Praslin

The village of Grande Anse has many activities and events throughout the year, making the fueling station a great location. Many locals and tourists visit this area.

The beach is well known for snorkelling, windsurfing, and swimming.

The beach is located next to the main road. There are lots of restaurants, takeaways, and shops strewn along the various points of the beach.

The service station is just off West Coast Road, past the Grand Anse Junction Bus Stop. This station also provides tyre pumping facilities.

Opening: Monday to Saturday: 07:00–20:30

Sunday and public holidays: 07:00–18:00

Both the Grand Anse Praslin and Baie Ste Anne service stations also offer a host of products, such as:

• Unleaded motor gasoline
• Gasoil: 50 ppm (diesel)
• Chevron Lubricants
• LPG Cylinders (Steel and Composite)

Cashless Payment System

All the country’s fuel stations are cashless, which allows tourists to settle their fuel balances with their international cars.

The fuel stations are also serviced, meaning there’s no self-service. There are attendants to assist patrons once they arrive.

Fuel in the Seychelles is imported every six weeks, and the cost of fuel is the same everywhere. Important to remember when renting a car in the Seychelles is that all cars drive on the left, and the speed limit on Praslin is 40 km/h (25 mph).

If you’re looking to make your Seychelles holiday easy and stress-free, it’s best to book your car in advance, in particular during the high season, as cars are in demand. For more information on the best cars to hire once in Praslin, contact Bliss Car Hire, a locally owned car hire company that gives you the authentic Island experience.