NEW BUSSES SET TO IMPROVE PUBLIC TRANSPORT SITUATION ON MAHE
(Posted 14th November 2015)
The Seychelles Public Transport Company, which operates busses across the main island of Mahe, has confirmed that they plan to import another 34 brand new busses to further improve the connectivity for both locals and visitors alike, who use this mode of transport.
A sector on the bus costs just 5 Seychelles Rupees, regardless if one travels just to the next stop or the end of the line.
It is a perfect way to explore the island on a budget as the bus routes cover some of the most scenic locations, both on the beaches and up in the mountains.
The deal was made possible under a grant by the Indian government, allowing SPTC to bring 40, 50 and 60 seater TATA busses into the archipelago, part of a greater fleet renewal which has targeted up to 100 vehicles.
India has also generously donated surveillance aircraft to the Seychelles which are used to keep the sea lanes open by literally operating around the clock, monitoring key areas of the Indian Ocean to ensure safe passage for cargo and passenger vessels. Relations between the two countries are warm, manifested by several state visits of President James Alix Michel to India and the Seychelles Tourism Board celebrates the Seychelles – India Festival every year in recognition of one of the key population groups on the islands.
