Comoros Islands

Mysterious, bizarre and enticing Comoros Islands offer a magical getaway for energetic travelers seeking picture-postcard beaches, deep-sea coral reefs where pelagic fish roam, rich scenic rainforests with a stunning variety of plants species and wildlife, spectacular waterfalls, add to this excellent beach resorts and fine accommodation options to suite any taste and budget. There is a wide selection of sea life in Comoros, including sharks, whales, big manta rays, crabs and tiny shrimps and other underwater habitats that provide a perfect base for scuba diving. Moroni is the capital city and feels like another world. Blessed with stunning beaches, quietude and tranquility and friendly welcoming locals Moroni offers a new and memorable experience. Head to the off-the-beaten-path island of Comoros and create memories for a lifetime.

Officially known as the Union of Comoros, Comoros Islands consist of four main islands and numerous coral reefs and smaller islands scattered in the Indian Ocean, at the northern end of the Mozambique Channel, covering a total area of 2,170 square kilometers and with a population of 773,407 inhabitants (2010 estimate). The four main islands are Ngazidija (Grande Comoro), Nzwani (Anjouan), Mwali (Moheli), and Mahore (Mayotte), which is not part of the country and ties to France. The Comoros experience a maritime tropical climate and is characterized by two seasons: dry (May to October) and rainy season (November to April). Rainfall and temperature vary from island to island. Average annual temperature ranges between 26°C and 29°C in the wet season and about 19°C in the dry season.

Ngazidja (Grande Comore) is the largest and westernmost island of the archipelago with the capital city Moroni, a pleasant and peaceful town boasting luxuriant vegetation, fine sandy beaches and blue waters, lush rainforests, Mt Karthala, an active volcano rising to a height of 2,361 meters, tiny thatched-hut villages, and a few mosques giving the town an attractive scenic view.

Known as the 'pearl of Indian', and rising in well wooded mountains, the picturesque Nzwani (Anjouan) is a triangular shape island, notable for its deep valleys, sharp ridges, beautiful waterfalls and abundant vegetation. With its Swahili-Shiraxi style architecture, great mosques and a citadel, gorgeous sandy beaches and mountain covered with ferns, orchids and tropical mahoganies Nzwani is one of the major tourist destinations in Comoros. Here you will find several fine dining options, serving good food with spiced sauces; seafood and rice-based dishes are fruits.

Mwali (Moheli) is the smallest of Comoros Islands with generally hilly terrain, thick forests, fertile valleys and low-lying coastal belt. It's a poorly developed island. Mwali is home to a few inhabitants living in peace and harmony who have preserved it untouched until this day. The island is famous for its National Marine Park featuring rich and exceptional variety of animals and plants, as well as a plethora of water adventures, including snorkeling, whale and dolphin watching and much more. You will find craggy islets off Mohéli ideal for snorkeling amid the colorful coral reefs and splashing about in the crystal-clear water.

Boats and ferries are available for transport to different islands. You can hire taxis or rent a car to get around the islands. Activities you can indulge in include boating and sailing, fishing, canoeing and kayaking, mountain and rock climbing, hunting, hiking and trekking. In Comoro Islands there is always something for nature lovers and sport enthusiasts.