Cat Cocos
Cat Cocos ferry has been proudly carrying passengers between Mahe and Praslin since 2006. Their modern fleet of high-speed catamarans now operates daily services to Praslin and between Mahe and La Digue. And with the introduction of their newest and most advanced vessels - the Isle of La Digue Star and Pride of Praslin - Cat Cocos ferry now boasts a fleet of four fast ferries; the largest comfortably able to carry up to 475 passengers.
Operating several daily services, connecting Mahe Island with neighbouring Praslin and La Digue, Seychelles Island Hopping has never been easier than with Cat Cocos ferry. Click here for the Cat Cocos Timetable. To check live seat availability or to make a Cat Cocos bookings for the Mahe to Praslin ferry or Mahe to La Digue ferry just fill in the search box. Simply choose which islands you wish to travel from and to, enter your required travel dates and number of passengers and click 'Search' to view live seat availability.
Cat Cocos online bookings can be made right up to 48 hours before departure. For last-minute ferry bookings within 48 hours of departure, please contact us. You can pay using your credit card or with your PayPal account. You will immediately receive your e-ticket for the Cat Cocos fast ferry tickets. Date changes are possible depending on availability; see our Terms and Conditions for cancellations and refunds.
Cat Coco's high-speed ferries leave from the Victoria jetty on Mahe. You will be emailed an electronic Boarding Pass approximately 24 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. You can then present your Boarding Pass to the Cat Cocos staff to check in any luggage. Boarding starts 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time, with the Boarding Gate closing 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time. The friendly Cat Cocos crew is then there to welcome you on board and provides unparalleled personal service while always ensuring your comfort and safety.
For travellers wishing to connect directly from/to their International or Domestic flight, a Shared Shuttle Bus service provides Airport Transfers between Mahe Airport and the Cat Cocos jetty in Victoria.
NEW - You can also book Hotel Transfers (shared service) between the Cat Cocos ferry jetties on Mahe, Praslin and La Digue and each island's resorts, hotels or guesthouses. All transfers must be booked in advance (fees apply).
Cat Cocos Ferry Schedule
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CAT COCOS
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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. | |
MAHE to PRASLIN |
08:00 10:30 16:30 |
09:15 11:45 17:45 |
10:30 16:30 |
11:45 17:45 |
08:00 10:30 16:30 |
09:15 11:45 17:45 |
10:30 16:30 |
11:45 17:45 |
08:00 10:30 16:30 |
09:15 11:45 17:45 |
08:00 11:00 16:30 |
09:15 12:15 17:45 |
11:00 14:00 16:30 |
12:15 15:15 17:45 |
PRASLIN to MAHE |
08:00 14:00 17:00 |
09:15 15:15 18:15 |
08:00 14:00 |
09:15 15:15 |
08:00 14:00 17:00 |
09:15 15:15 18:15 |
08:00 14:00 |
09:15 15:15 |
08:00 14:00 17:30 |
09:15 15:15 18:45 |
08:00 17:30 |
09:15 18:45 |
08:00 17:30 |
09:15 18:45 |
MAHE to LA DIGUE |
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 12:45 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 |
LA DIGUE to MAHE |
07:30* 13:30* 16:30* |
09:15 15:15 18:15 |
07:30* 13:30* |
09:15 15:15 |
07:30* 13:30* 16:30* |
09:15 15:15 18:15 |
07:30* 13:30* |
09:15 15:15 |
07:30* 13:30* 17:00* |
09:15 15:15 18:45 |
07:30* 14:15 17:00* |
09:15 15:30 18:45 |
07:30* 14:15 |
09:15 15:30 |
| * Stopover on Praslin for approximately 15-30 minutes | ◊ Transfer from Isle of La Digue to Isle of Mahe or vice versa | |||||||||||||
| 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 ERO Terminal, Baie Ste. Anne 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 | ||||||||||||||
CAT COCOS FERRY SCHEDULE
While the current Cat Cocos schedule runs up to and including 31st December 2025, compared to previous months, there has been little to no change in the ferry services' timings. So, you can use the current schedule to plan your trip from 1st January 2026 onwards. |
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| Please Note: Schedules are subject to change without prior notice. |
Getting from Mahe to Praslin is quick and easy aboard a Cat Cocos high-speed ferry. In just 65 minutes, you'll be transported from Mahe's Victoria quayside to the Baie Sainte Anne jetty on Praslin.
The Cat Cocos ferry from Mahe to Praslin departs Mahe up to three times a day. It offers a choice of Economy classes, a dedicated Business Class lounge, air-conditioned cabins, onboard entertainment, and unrivalled levels of comfort at the most affordable rates. The ferries are equipped with Ride Control – a state-of-the-art system that dampens the vibrations caused by choppy seas – to ensure your inter-island crossing will be smooth from start to finish.
Travel aboard the Isle of Mahe Ferry - a modern 36-metre catamaran with a capacity of 475 passengers split over three decks and one of the most advanced vessels in the Cat Cocos fleet. While slightly smaller, the Isle of Praslin Ferry takes up to 350 passengers. But with speeds of up to 36 knots, it's one of the fastest in Seychelles.
Cat Cocos Economy Class
Coco de Mer Cabin (Isle of Mahe Ferry / Isle of Praslin Ferry)
- Fully air-conditioned cabin with 222 seats / 174 seats – each with its own fold-down tray table
- Entertainment – plasma screens showing movies and documentaries on Seychelles
- GPS Geo Maps – where you can follow the progress of your crossing in real-time
- Souvenir shop – selling a selection of Cat Cocos merchandise
- Lavatories – two sets of toilets located at the rear of the cabin
Island Hopper Upper Deck
- Open-air seating – 215 / 142 comfortable seats offering magnificent panoramic views
- Tropically themed décor – with murals by the famous Seychellois artist - Donald Adelaide
- Lavatories – up to two sets of toilets at either the rear or front of the cabin
Lazio Lounge (Isle of Mahe Ferry / Isle of Praslin Ferry)
Cat Cocos proudly offers its Business Class passengers the most luxurious facilities from the comfort of their own dedicated cabin. Once welcomed aboard via the separate Business Class entrance†, you’ll be directed to the Business Class cabin where you can simply sit back and relax.
- Fully air-conditioned cabin with 23 / 34 reclining leather seats – each with 85cm leg-room
- Entertainment – plasma screens
- Private restroom facilities – exclusive use for Business Class passengers
- 180° panoramic views – relax and take in the spectacular scenery of Seychelles
- Up to 30kg checked baggage allowance
The journey time between Mahe and Praslin is approximately 65 minutes. Departing from the Cat Cocos jetty in Victoria, you’ll pass by the Ste. Anne National Marine Park before heading into open water. Leaving the mountainous backdrop of Mahe behind, you’ll speed your way across the Indian Ocean towards Praslin’s Baie Sainte Anne. En route, you can sit back, relax and enjoy the panoramic views and comfortable cabin aboard your Cat Cocos ferry. Arrival on Praslin is at the Cat Cocos / Inter Island Ferry jetty in Baie Sainte Anne in the east of Praslin. Transportation connections from the jetty include local buses, taxis and hotel shuttle services.
Travel from Mahe to La Digue with the Cat Cocos ferry. With at least two daily ferry departures in each direction, getting from Mahe to La Digue couldn't be easier!
The Cat Cocos high-speed catamaran – Isle of La Digue Ferry, is the best choice for getting to La Digue. Following customer requests for a more direct inter-island service, the ferry connects Mahe's Victoria jetty to the Inter Island Ferry jetty in La Passe on La Digue's north-western coast without changing vessels.
Passengers should be aware that this is not a non-stop service. The ferry makes a short 15-30 minute stop at Praslin's Baie Sainte Anne jetty before continuing to La Digue; passengers should remain on board during this brief layover. The Isle of La Digue Ferry can carry up to 227 passengers, and although slightly smaller than the Isle of Praslin Ferry, it still features all the same levels of comfort and safety. Just like its big sister, the Isle of La Digue Ferry has been configured into three areas of comfort.
Cat Cocos Economy Class
Coco de Mer Cabin
- Fully air-conditioned cabin with 163 seats – each with its own fold-down tray table
- Entertainment – plasma screens showing movies and documentaries on Seychelles
- GPS Geo Maps – where you can follow the progress of your crossing in real-time
- Souvenir shop – selling a selection of Cat Cocos merchandise
- Lavatories – two sets of toilets located at the rear of the cabin
Island Hopper Upper Deck
- Open-air seating – 48 comfortable seats offering magnificent panoramic views
- Tropically themed décor – with murals by the famous Seychellois artist - Donald Adelaide
- Lavatories – two sets of toilets located at the rear of the cabin
Lazio Lounge
Business Class passengers, once aboard, will be directed to their own dedicated cabin just behind the Captain’s cabin on the upper deck.
- Fully air-conditioned cabin with 16 seats – each with 85cm leg-room
- 180° panoramic views – relax and take in the spectacular scenery of Seychelles
- Up to 30kg checked baggage allowance
The total crossing time between Mahe and La Digue is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, which includes the short layover on Praslin. Arrival on La Digue is at the Inter Island Ferry jetty in La Passe.
With very few vehicles on the island, transportation connections from the jetty are limited. Should your hotel not provide a transfer service for you and/or your luggage, motorised taxis (pick-up trucks) and the more traditional ox-cart taxis are available.
For day-trippers and those without luggage, bicycle rental agents are located within a few metres of the jetty.
Should you, for any reason, miss your Mahe/La Digue or La Digue/Mahe departure, your ticket will only remain valid for the Mahe/Praslin or Praslin/Mahe part of the journey. You will then have to make your own alternative transfer arrangements for travel between Praslin and La Digue.
Inter Island Ferry operates a regular shuttle service between the islands.
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.
Cat Cocos - Additional information:
Port fee
A Port Fee is applicable to all ferry departures from/to Mahe.
The one-way fee, which only applies to Adults (i.e. passengers aged 12 years and over), is being charged at €2.00 per ticket. For roundtrips, the fee is simply doubled.
The port fee is included in the Cat Cocos tickets price.
Luggage Allowance
Carry-on/Cabin Baggage
- Each passenger is permitted 1 piece of carry-on/cabin 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
- Any cabin baggage above this size will be considered checked baggage and will be stowed in the cargo compartment
Accompanied Checked Baggage
- Economy Class - Maximum allowance = 25kg of accompanied checked baggage per passenger
- Business Class - Maximum allowance = 30kg of accompanied checked baggage per passenger
- Multiple pieces are permitted as long as the total weight of all pieces does not exceed the maximum allowance
- If you exceed the maximum allowance, you will be charged an Excess Luggage fee of €3.00 per kilo
Other Baggage
When used by a passenger, the following items are exempt from additional charges: Prams/Strollers, Stretchers and Wheelchairs.
Sporting Equipment
In addition to the standard luggage allowances mentioned above, there is an extra 15kg allowance for sports equipment.
Unaccompanied Baggage
- It is possible to check unaccompanied travel suitcases or bags for €3.00 per kg up to 50kgs and €4.00 per kilo above 50kgs
- A Cargo Officer is always available to help with the shipping and loading at the dockside. The owner of the cargo/luggage is responsible for collecting and checking their goods as soon as they are delivered to the next dockside
Airport and Hotel Transfers
Passengers travelling on the Cat Cocos ferry can now book affordable Shared Shuttle Bus Transfers between Mahe International Airport or any Mahe hotel and the Victoria Ferry Jetty on Mahe. Additionally, Praslin Hotel Transfers (shared shuttle bus) are now available to/from the Praslin Jetty and a Shared Taxi Service for transfers between the La Digue Jetty and any La Digue hotels.
From Mahe Airport
- After clearing customs, just look for the Creole Travel Services representatives in the arrivals hall, who will direct you to their shuttle bus. Mahe airport is relatively small, so you should have no trouble finding the bus.
- Only book this service if your flight arrives at least 2 hours before the scheduled ferry departure time.
- Buses leave no later than 1 hour before the scheduled ferry departure time.
- Should your flight arrive/depart less than 2 hours before/after the ferry departure/arrival time, you will need to make your own way to the jetty. Taxis are readily available at the airport.
- One-way Airport to Jetty: Adult: €10 / Child: €5 / Infant: No charge
To Mahe Airport
- For transfers from the jetty to Mahe Airport, buses leave approximately 10-20 minutes after the ferry arrives - depending on how long it takes all transferring passengers to collect their luggage and board the bus.
- Only book this service if your flight departs at least 2 hours after the ferry arrives in Mahe.
- The approximate journey time between the airport and the jetty is 20-25 minutes, depending on traffic.
- One-way Jetty to Airport: Adult: €10 / Child: €5 / Infant: No charge
IMPORTANT: When booking your ferry, please ensure you have enough time to get to/from the airport!
From/To Mahe Hotels
- Pick-up: 60-90 minutes before the scheduled ferry departure time, depending on the distance between your hotel and the jetty. Creole Travel Services will communicate the exact time when they reconfirm your transfer.
- Drop-off: The shuttle bus leaves the jetty immediately after the ferry arrives once all transferring passengers have collected their baggage.
- One-way Mahe Hotel Transfer: Adult: €14 each way / Child: €7 each way / Infant: No charge
From/To Praslin Hotels
- Pick-up: Approximately 1 hour before the scheduled ferry departure time, depending on the distance between your hotel and the jetty. Creole Travel Services will communicate the exact time when they reconfirm your transfer.
- Drop-off: The shuttle bus leaves the jetty immediately after the ferry arrives once all transferring passengers have collected their baggage
- One-way Praslin Hotel Transfer: Adult: €14 each way / Child: €7 each way / Infant: No charge
From/To La Digue Hotels
- Pick-up: Approximately 45 minutes before the scheduled ferry departure time, depending on the distance between your hotel and the jetty. Creole Travel Services will communicate the exact time when they reconfirm your transfer.
- Drop-off: The shared taxi service leaves the jetty immediately after the ferry arrives once all transferring passengers have collected their baggage
- One-way Mahe Hotel Transfer: Adult: €16 each way / Child: €8 each way / Infant: No charge
NOTE: If the shuttle bus cannot pick-up/drop-off from a particular property due to restricted access, your transfer will be from/to a designated
Meeting Point instead. The exact location of the Meeting Point will be advised when your transfer is reconfirmed.
Meeting Point instead. The exact location of the Meeting Point will be advised when your transfer is reconfirmed.
Accessibility
Passengers with mobility issues and wheelchair users are welcome on all Cat Cocos ferries. The friendly Cat Cocos crew will assist you with boarding and disembarking the vessel, ensuring a safe and comfortable journey.
Changes
The following only applies to passengers that have NOT YET ARRIVED IN SEYCHELLES
For changes requested:
For changes requested:
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More than 72 hours before departure
- You may modify your Cat Cocos ferry booking or shuttle bus transfer without penalty.
- Should a change in travel dates fall within a higher price period/season, you will only be charged the difference in fare.
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Less than 72 hours before departure
- Only one date/time change is permitted free of charge.
- Should a change in travel dates fall within a higher price period/season, you will only be charged the difference in fare.
- Any further changes will be considered a cancellation and subject to a 100% cancellation fee.
The following applies to passengers that ARE ALREADY IN SEYCHELLES
For changes requested:
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More than 72 hours before departure
- You may modify your Cat Cocos ferry booking or shuttle bus transfer without penalty.
- Should a change in travel dates fall within a higher price period/season, you will only be charged the difference in fare.
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Between 24-72 hours before departure
- Only one date/time change is permitted free of charge* subject to specific conditions – see below.
- Should a change in travel dates fall within a higher price period/season, you will only be charged the difference in fare.
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Any further changes will be considered a cancellation and subject to a 100% cancellation fee.
* Special conditions
- Requests must be submitted before 4 pm on weekdays (Mon-Fri) and before 12 pm on Saturdays.
- Requests received outside these times will only be processed the next working day, which may be less than 24 hours before departure. In such cases, the only way to amend a reservation is to go directly to a Cat Cocos office.
A €10 fee per ticket will be charged.
- No requests will be processed on Sundays, so any amendments for travel on Mondays or Tuesdays must be made directly at a Cat Cocos office within 24 hours of the trip.
A €10 fee per ticket will be charged.
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Less than 24 hours before departure
- The only way to amend a reservation is to go directly to a Cat Cocos office. A €10 fee per ticket will be charged.
Delayed or Cancelled Flights
- Any request to modify a reservation must be received within 2 hours of when the airline issues notice of flight delay/cancellation. Contact information can be found on your e-ticket.
IMPORTANT: In all the above situations, any modifications are subject to availability and approval from Cat Cocos' senior management.
Cancellations
All Cat Cocos ferry bookings or shuttle bus transfers cancelled more than 72 hours before departure (in writing) will receive a full refund, paid directly from Seychellesbookings.com (minus any charges applied to make the refund); administration and cancellation charges applied to all cancellations will be equivalent to 10% of the amount being refunded.
For Cat Cocos ferry bookings or shuttle bus transfers cancelled less than 72 hours before departure and/or for No-Shows (see below), tickets are 100% non-refundable. However, one free date/time change may still be possible, subject to availability, providing that the ticket(s)/boarding pass(es), once issued, are returned to the Cat Cocos Sales office (on Mahe) before the original departure date.
Travel with Cat Cocos fast ferry. Immediate online bookings and instant e-ticket confirmations with the Cat Cocos inter-island ferry – Isle of Mahe and Isle of Praslin – book now at Seychellesbookings.com
† Applicable only on the Isle of Praslin between Mahe and Praslin or vice versa
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.
Cat Cocos Ferry FAQs
What is the schedule for Cat Cocos ferry?
Cat Cocos operates 365 days a year, with up to three crossings daily in each direction between Mahe, Praslin and La Digue.
You can view the full Cat Cocos Ferry Schedule on our website.
The Cat Cocos ferry from Mahe to Praslin departs as follows:
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, 14:00, 16:30
The Cat Cocos ferry from Praslin to Mahe departs as follows:
Monday - 08:00, 14:00, 17:00 // Tuesday - 08:00, 14:00 // Wednesday - 08:00, 14:00, 17:00 // Thursday - 08:00, 14:00 //
Friday - 08:00, 14:00, 17:30 // Saturday - 08:00, 17:30 // Sunday - 08:00, 17:30
The Cat Cocos ferry from Mahe to La Digue departs as follows:
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 Cat Cocos 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
NOTE: Schedules are subject to change, often on short notice, so for the most up-to-date timings and availability, please use the Search Box.
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, 14:00, 16:30
The Cat Cocos ferry from Praslin to Mahe departs as follows:
Monday - 08:00, 14:00, 17:00 // Tuesday - 08:00, 14:00 // Wednesday - 08:00, 14:00, 17:00 // Thursday - 08:00, 14:00 //
Friday - 08:00, 14:00, 17:30 // Saturday - 08:00, 17:30 // Sunday - 08:00, 17:30
The Cat Cocos ferry from Mahe to La Digue departs as follows:
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 Cat Cocos 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
NOTE: Schedules are subject to change, often on short notice, so for the most up-to-date timings and availability, please use the Search Box.
How to book tickets for the Cat Cocos ferry?
You can book Cat Cocos ferry tickets on our website using the Search Box above.
First, choose where you want to travel from and to, followed by your travel date(s) and the number of passengers.
See live availability and timings and get the best rates for Cat Cocos ferry tickets between Mahe, Praslin and La Digue.
See live availability and timings and get the best rates for Cat Cocos ferry tickets between Mahe, Praslin and La Digue.
Cat Cocos offer a choice of three cabins/classes on all of their vessels (subject to availability):
- Economy Class - Main Inside Cabin (Coco de Mer) - Air-conditioned
- Economy Class - Upper Outside Deck (Island Hopper) - Panoramic views
- Business Class - Business Cabin (Lazio Lounge) - Privacy and comfort
How much does it cost to take the Cat Cocos ferry?
Cat Cocos ferry ticket prices vary depending on where you're travelling to/from and the cabin/class you prefer:
- Mahe to Praslin ferry ticket with Cat Cocos costs €60 (one-way) for adults (Main Inside Cabin) and €30 (one-way) for children aged 2 to 11 years.
- Mahe to La Digue ferry ticket with Cat Cocos is €72 (one-way) for adults (Main Inside Cabin) and €42 for children aged 2 to 11 years.
- You can upgrade to the Upper Outside Deck for an additional €6 per adult/child or to Business Class for an extra €24 per adult and €18 per child.
- An additional Port Fee of €2 (one-way) applies to all adult tickets
- The cost of a return ferry ticket with Cat Cocos is simply double the price of a one-way.
