Best value
Hyundai Grand i10
Compact · Nippy and economical, ideal for couples + 1.
5 seats
2 bags
Automatic
€60
per day · all-in
Explore the islands
your way.
Reserve a car on Mahé in seconds. Free airport & jetty delivery, unlimited mileage and insurance, all included.
Free airport & jetty delivery
Unlimited mileage
Insurance included
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From
€60 / day
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Every car is automatic and fully prepared, transparent daily rates, no hidden extras.
Most popular
Suzuki Brezza
Compact SUV · Extra luggage room, couples + 2 children.
5 seats
3 bags
Automatic
€100
per day · all-in
Family pick
Toyota Rumion
MPV · Spacious 7-seater for the whole crew.
7 seats
3 bags
Automatic
€125
per day · all-in
Everything’s included. Nothing’s a surprise.
One honest daily rate covers the things other companies charge extra for.
Free delivery & collection
We meet you at the airport or Cat Cocos jetty, and pick the car back up again, at no charge.
No hidden fees
Unlimited mileage, insurance and 15% VAT are all in the price. What you see is what you pay.
24/7 assistance
Reservations, delivery and breakdown support around the clock, someone’s always there.
Insured & well-kept
Every vehicle is insured and serviced on a regular maintenance schedule before it reaches you.
55+
years on
the islands
the islands
Seychelles’ most experienced car hire
Nelson’s Car Hire has been delivering top-quality rentals to Seychelles and its visitors since 1969, making us the most experienced car hire operator in the country. Generations of travellers have explored Mahé with our keys in hand.
1969
Serving the islands since
9
Automatic models
€60
All-in daily rates from
Loved by visitors, year after year
5.0
from real guests
“When I come to Seychelles I like to be sure to have a safe and brilliant car, and that has happened for the last 12 years with Nelson’s. If something happens on the island I’m sure to find help anytime, even at night.”
Italy · 12-year guest
“I have been a regular client of Nelson’s for the past 20 years. Excellent service from all the team, the airport meet & greet, delivery of the car and assistance finding alternative solutions whenever needed.”
Switzerland · 20-year guest
“One of the best car hire agencies in Mahé, in my opinion, I’ve been coming back for 8 years. No fuss with the paperwork and they stay flexible on timing. Honestly very correct as an agency; the staff are competent and friendly.”
France · 8-year guest
Questions, answered
Everything tourists ask before picking up the keys. Still unsure? Message us on WhatsApp, we usually reply within the hour.
Chat on WhatsAppWe offer small cars, compact SUVs and 7-seater MPVs, all automatic.
Normal office hours are 8:00–16:00, with an airport desk representative available for most international flight arrivals. On-call staff are reachable 24/7 on our office number +248 2510 923 (including WhatsApp).
Prices vary with the vehicle model, demand at the time of pick-up and the number of days you’re hiring. All-in daily rates start from €60.
Booking in advance is recommended to secure your car early and receive official confirmation, but cars can also be booked on arrival, subject to availability.
Through our website, by email, or on WhatsApp.
A valid passport, a valid driving licence, proof of address both in Seychelles and in your home country, and a valid credit card for the pre-authorisation.
Yes, the driver must be 24 years or older and have at least 5 years of driving experience.
No, but depending on the car and the season we reserve the right to ask for one.
Yes we do! Send us your dates and we’ll put together a price for you.
We accept cash (Euros / GBP / USD / SCR) and Visa card (credit or debit).
Yes, a pre-authorisation on your credit card of €1,000, or cash. Credit cards are preferred.
Most guests pick up and return at the international airport or our inter-island (Cat Cocos) jetty, delivery there is free. We can also organise pickup and collection anywhere on the main island of Mahé.
Yes, we can organise pickup and collection anywhere on the main island of Mahé.
Yes, our representative will be present to handle the pick-up and return formalities, including registration and vehicle verification.
Yes, depending on the hour and location of the return, a fee may apply.
Yes. The same conditions as the main driver apply, with a maximum of two nominated drivers per car per contract.
Yes, depending on the length and season of the rental, a charge may apply.
Yes, if you received a full tank, return it full (or at whatever level it was given). If it’s returned below the required level you’ll be charged for a full tank plus an administrative fee. You can avoid this by pre-paying for fuel, which also saves you finding a station on the way back.
Please call us for assistance on +248 2727 363, or emergency services on 999.
A minimum rental period of 3 days applies for short-term rentals, and any cancellation must be properly communicated to us. Failure to do so, or abandoning the car, may have legal consequences.
No.
Yes, if the car is available for the new dates you’d like.
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