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Comoros travel guide
Perfume islands of volcanoes, vanilla and quiet reefs.
Comoros is a small island nation in the Indian Ocean between Mozambique and Madagascar. Its islands are known for the active volcano Mount Karthala, fragrant ylang-ylang and vanilla plantations, and peaceful beaches.
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Getting there
Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport near Moroni on Grande Comore is the main gateway, with flights from East Africa, Madagascar and the Gulf; domestic flights and boats link the islands.
Best time to visit: May–Oct – the cooler, drier season.
Tougher months: January to April is the hot, humid rainy season with a risk of cyclones.
Weather by month in Moroni
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Average daytime highs in °C; dots show how rainy the month is (one dot dry, three dots wet).
Time zone: Africa/Nairobi. Compare with your local time.
Visas: in our passport dataset, 198 of 198 other passports can enter Comoros without arranging a visa first (visa-free or visa on arrival), 0 need an e-visa or electronic authorisation, and 0 need a visa in advance. Check your passport.
Background: Visa policy of the Comoros (Wikipedia).
Official advisory: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (U.S. Department of State, updated 2026-01-12). Read the advisory.
Source and more: Comoros travel facts on RoamSun
Stay
Most trips to Comoros are based around Moroni, Mount Karthala or Mohéli Marine Park. Pick a base for your main interest, then add day trips rather than moving hotels every night.
Typical daily budget: about US$40–60 for a backpacker and US$80–150 mid-range, per person.
Source: RoamSun Comoros page · Browse hotel guides
Connect
Plug types: C, E. Voltage: 220 V. Check your own devices on the plug and currency checker.
Calling code: +269.
Mobile data: read the travel eSIM setup guide before you fly so the plan is installed and ready on landing.
Source: Advinne eSIM guide · RoamSun
Do
- Moroni (Grande Comore · capital): The small capital with an atmospheric old town, Friday Mosque and busy market.
- Mount Karthala (Grande Comore · volcano): A massive active volcano with forests and a vast summit crater for adventurous hikers.
- Mohéli Marine Park (Mohéli · reefs & turtles): The smallest island's protected waters shelter coral, turtles and seasonal whales.
- Mutsamudu (Anjouan · historic town): A dense medina town topped by a citadel overlooking the sea.
- Mitsamiouli and Lac Salé (Northern Grande Comore · beaches): White-sand coves and a volcanic salt lake near the island's tip.
- Iconi (Grande Comore · old sultanate town): One of the oldest towns on the island, with ruins and a history of resisting raiders.
Things to do
- Climb Mount Karthala. Trek up one of the world's largest active volcano craters on Grande Comore with a local guide.
- Wander Moroni's medina. Get lost in the narrow alleys behind the old harbour and the white Friday Mosque.
- See turtles at Itsamia. Watch green turtles nest on Mohéli's beaches, among the most important nesting sites in the region.
- Snorkel Mohéli Marine Park. Explore coral reefs and look for dolphins and whales in season around the islets.
- Explore Mutsamudu. Walk the old citadel and winding lanes of Anjouan's historic capital.
- Smell the ylang-ylang. Visit a distillery on Anjouan to see how the perfume essence is extracted.
- Swim at Chomoni. Relax on a black-and-white sand beach on Grande Comore's east coast.
- Visit Lac Salé. Peer into a striking saltwater crater lake near the northern tip of Grande Comore.
Source: full Comoros guide on RoamSun
Eat and drink
- Langouste à la vanille – lobster in vanilla sauce
- Mataba – cassava leaves cooked in coconut milk
- Pilaou – spiced rice with meat
- Ndrovi – green bananas with fish or coconut sauce
Source: RoamSun Comoros guide
Money and safety
Currency: Comorian franc (KMF). Currency and plug checker.
Tipping: Not expected; small tips are appreciated.
Emergency numbers: 17 police · 18 fire.
- The Comorian franc is the currency and is pegged to the euro; euros are often accepted.
- ATMs are few and may not accept foreign cards, so bring enough euros in cash.
- Petty crime is relatively low, but political tensions can flare – check your government's travel advice before going.
- Avoid demonstrations and large political gatherings.
Source: RoamSun Comoros facts
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Comoros?
May–Oct – the cooler, drier season. Tropical, with a hot, humid rainy season from Nov to Apr.
What time zone is Comoros in?
Comoros uses Africa/Nairobi.
Do I need a visa for Comoros?
It depends on your passport. In our dataset 198 of 198 other passports can enter without a prior visa, 0 need an e-visa or eTA and 0 need a visa in advance. Use the visa checker and confirm with the official government source.
What plug and voltage does Comoros use?
Comoros uses plug type C, E at 220 V. Check whether your devices are dual-voltage before you plug in.
What is the calling code for Comoros?
The international calling code for Comoros is +269.
Do you tip in Comoros?
Not expected; small tips are appreciated.
What is the emergency number in Comoros?
17 police · 18 fire.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Comoros?
Traffic drives on the right.