Moroni
Mohéli Marine Park: Sea Turtles & Pristine Coral Reefs
Fly or take a boat to Mohéli — Comoros' smallest and most pristine island, protecting Indian Ocean sea turtles, whale sharks, and the region's healthiest coral reefs
Moroni Old Town Medina & Arab-Swahili Waterfront
Wander through Moroni's ancient medina — a labyrinth of coral stone alleys, carved Swahili doors, and whitewashed mosques built by Arab traders over a thousand years
Ylang-Ylang Distilleries & Perfume Island Aromatics
Follow the ylang-ylang trail around Grande Comore — the Comoro Islands supply most of the world's ylang-ylang essential oil, the key ingredient in Chanel No. 5
Comorian Cuisine: Langouste, Pilau & Indian Ocean Flavours
The Comoros sit at the crossroads of Africa, Arabia, and Asia — their cuisine uniquely blends coconut, saffron, cloves, and the finest Indian Ocean seafood
Mount Karthala: Hiking Comoros' Active Volcano
Climb Africa's most active volcano — Karthala rises 2,361 metres above Moroni and its enormous caldera is one of the world's largest, with a hike through ancient forest
Grande Comore's Volcanic Beaches & Indian Ocean Swimming
Grand Comore's dramatic volcanic coastline alternates between jet-black lava beaches, turquoise snorkeling coves, and resort beaches backed by coconut palms
Anjouan Island: Mutsamudu Medina & Clove Island Heritage
The short flight to Anjouan leads to the island's extraordinary 13th-century medina, ancient Arab fortifications, and the clove and perfume plantations of the 'Pearl of the Indian Ocean'
The Grand Comorian Wedding: Anda Tradition & Social Life
The 'Grand Mariage' — the elaborate Comorian wedding ceremony that can last a week and consume a family's life savings — is the most important social institution in the islands