A Russian travel blogger has reported that a week-long holiday in the Seychelles for two people starts from 180,000 to 190,000 roubles. The author shared his detailed breakdown of travel expenses on his personal blog, Interesting Travel, on the Russian content platform Dzen.
According to the blogger, this lowest price tier represents an economical holiday option for two guests. The budget package requires travellers to take flights with transfers, stay in self-catering guesthouses, purchase food at local markets, and rely on public transport for travelling around the islands.
For travellers seeking a mid-range experience, a week-long trip for two costs approximately 350,000 roubles. The author explained that this middle option includes accommodation in a three-star hotel with breakfasts included, dinners at good local restaurants, and the hire of a rental car.
Luxury options and price reductions
Higher tier packages offering four-star and five-star hotel accommodation begin from 400,000 roubles for two people per week. The blogger stated that this luxury option includes an all-inclusive hotel placement, along with organized excursions, scuba diving sessions, and private yacht rentals.
The traveler added that many hotels across the Seychelles have reduced their accommodation prices in 2026. According to his observations, room discounts at various hotel properties have reached between 35 percent and 40 percent off standard rates.
Addressing the ideal weather conditions for visitors, the author advised that April and May, as well as September and October, offer the best timing for a beach holiday. He noted that these specific months provide ideal weather conditions without exhausting heat or the rainy season.
The Seychelles is an island country comprising an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, located off the eastern coast of East Africa. Famous for its tropical beaches, coral reefs, and luxury resorts, the island nation has its capital in Victoria on the main island of Mahe.
Russian visitor numbers on the islands
Official tourist data indicates that Russian citizens have become the single largest national group of visitors in the Seychelles. Since the start of 2026, 23,600 Russian travellers have visited the archipelago, surpassing tourist totals from both Germany and France.
The growth in arrivals comes as Russian holidaymakers increasingly seek accessible tropical destinations with straightforward entry rules and direct or connecting flight routes. Content creators on Dzen, a major blogging service in Russia, frequently publish practical advice on managing international travel budgets amidst shifting currency values.
While the Seychelles has traditionally maintained a reputation as an exclusive destination for high-end luxury travel, the wider availability of self-catering guesthouses and promotional hotel discounts has made independent island holidays more accessible to budget-conscious visitors.
