Product Description
Papa Car Rental Seychelles
PAPA CAR RENTAL is a car rental broker company dedicated to providing a simple car booking process, cost-effective rental options, and reliable service. We offer car rental services in Seychelles, specifically on Mahé and Praslin Island, catering to customers from around the world.
Seychelles Overview
Country Name: Republic of Seychelles
First Explorer: João de Nova (1501), who discovered the Farquhar Islands
Population: Approximately 97,871 people (2019), with 90% residing on the main island of Mahé
Total Islands: 115 islands (42 granite islands and 73 coral islands) covering 455 km² (175 sq. miles)
Climate and Time
● Climate: Tropical, with constant temperature and high humidity
● Main Seasons:
○ Northwest Monsoon (December to March)
○ Southeast Monsoon (May to October)
● Time Zone: GMT/UTC +4
● Calling Code: +248 or (00248)
Language and Currency
● Languages: Seychellois Creole, English, French
● Currency: Seychellois Rupee (1 Seychellois Rupee = 100 cents)
National Symbols
● National Day: 18 June
● National Flower: Orkid Payanke
● National Tree: Coco-de-Mer Palm
● National Animal: Giant Tortoise
● National Bird: Black Parrot
Nature and Wildlife
● Fauna:
○ 13 species of amphibians
○ 30 reptiles
○ 220 bird species
○ Over 1,000 species of invertebrates
● Unique Species:
Agriculture and Cuisine
● Agricultural Products: Coconuts, cinnamon, sweet potatoes, cassava (tapioca), exotic fruits
● Traditional Dishes: Coconut curry, ladob, salted fish, shark chutney, grilled fish or octopus
Environment and Conservation
● Highest Mountain: Morne Seychellois, 905 m (2,969 ft)
● Forest Conservation: About 50% of Seychelles’ landmass is covered by national parks and reserves
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
● Vallee de Mai (Praslin Island)
● Aldabra Atoll (world’s second-largest coral atoll and largest raised coral atoll, area: 155.4 km²)
Unique Seychelles Facts
● Oldest oceanic islands on earth: Seychelles’ granitic islands
● Smallest capital city in the world: Victoria
● Largest seed in the world: Coco de Mer seeds or “Love Nut” on Praslin Island (weighs about 20 kg)
● Largest colonies of Lesser Noddy Seabird: Aride Island
● Largest tortoise population: Aldabra Atoll with over 152,000 giant tortoises
● World’s heaviest land tortoise: Esmeralda, 363 kg, 170 years old (lives on Bird Island)
Travel with Papa Car Rental
Are you planning to visit Seychelles soon? You need a trusted and safe car rental company that goes out of its way to ensure your safety and comfort throughout your stay on the islands. We are Papa Car Rental, a renowned car rental company in Seychelles known for trust, comfort, and affordability.
You’re welcome to use any of our taxi vouchers for travel in Mahé or Praslin. These vouchers are especially useful for island hopping, transit between islands, or for visitors who prefer renting a car from their hotel after a long flight.
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