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WHY BOOK A TRIP TO COMOROS?
As well as being a fantastically picturesque island holiday destination, Comoros has a unique cultural charm, along with being a slice of paradise.
Its volcanic beaches have sands of different colours, while its inland jungles and forests are home to lemurs, rare bats and other amazing creatures.
More adventurous travellers can see its breathtaking landscapes from the many mountain trails, which provide amazing viewpoints, the perfect places to capture photographs and memories from such a special trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What’s the best time of year to visit?
Comoros’ dry season, June to October, boasts mild temperatures and minimal rainfall, making it the ideal time to visit. The period between December and April is considerably hotter and more humid.
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What's the climate like?
The Comoros Islands experience two primary seasons: a hot and humid season from December to April, and a cooler and drier season from May to November. Despite the seasonal changes, the temperature remains relatively consistent throughout the year.
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What’s the currency?
Comorian franc
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What's the local language?
Comorian, French and Arabic
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Time zone(s)
Comoros is on East Africa Time, which is GMT+3, putting it three hours ahead of the UK, eight hours ahead of New York and 11 hours ahead of LA
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Major airports
- Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport, Moroni (HAH)
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Best places to visit in Comoros
- Ngazidja – the largest island in Comoros, where the capital Moroni can be found, is home to unique beaches with different coloured sands, due to the island’s volcanic nature, and historical and cultural sites, including the Presidential Palace and the National Museum
- Moheli Island – just a short trip from Ngazidja, Moheli is described as the best place for diving and snorkelling for those who want to see the island’s marine life, while lemurs can be seen among the jungle back on land
- Anjouan – a small autonomous island, also known as Nzwani, it’s slightly more rugged and wild than the other, more picture-perfect islands, but it’s well worth a trip for its amazing hiking trails and to see Livingstone’s fruit bat, with Anjouan one of only two places to see the creatures
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Top five local dishes to try
- Mkatra foutra – a special local flatbread made out of flour, water, sugar, yeast, salt, coconut milk or cream, and an egg, usually served alongside coconut curries
- Le me tsolola – a stew made with fish and meat cooked in coconut milk, spices, herbs and vegetables, served over white rice
- Langouste a la vanille – a seafood dish consisting of South African lobsters, served on a bed of sprouts, spinach and other greens, and covered in a vanilla sauce
- Mshakiki – chunks of meat, usually beef or lamb, marinated in ginger, garlic, grated papaya, spices and lemon before skewered and grilled over a barbecue
- Soupe faux pois – a sweet pea soup, served as either a started or main, that contains coconut milk, spices and is a staple on the islands