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🇰🇲 Comoros

A little-visited Indian Ocean archipelago of fragrant ylang-ylang plantations, the active Karthala volcano, coral reefs and a blend of African, Arab and French culture.

eVisa 📅 Best: May–Oct 💵 $110/day avg
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Capital
Moroni
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Currency
Comorian Franc (KMF)
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Language
Comorian, Arabic, French
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Best time
May–Oct
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Visa
Visa on arrival
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Avg daily budget
$50 – $350
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Safety
Use normal caution
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Main airport
Moroni (HAH)
Overview

Why travellers love Comoros

Grande Comore's Karthala volcano and old Moroni, the beaches and reefs of Mohéli's marine park, and the perfume-flower farms make the 'Perfumed Isles' a true off-grid escape.

Tourism is minimal; expect simple, authentic travel.

Where to go

Top places in Comoros

The destinations worth building your trip around.

Moroni

Moroni

🗓 2 days

Old medina and Karthala volcano.

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Mohéli

Mohéli

🗓 2 days

Marine park, turtles and reefs.

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Anjouan

Anjouan

🗓 1–2 days

Waterfalls and perfume plantations.

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Karthala

Karthala

🗓 1 day

Hike one of the world's largest craters.

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Plan day by day

Comoros itineraries

Ready-made routes — tap a duration to see the plan.

Route
Moroni → Mohéli → Anjouan
Trip length
5 days
Est. budget
$250 – $1,750
1–2

Moroni

Old medina and Karthala volcano.

🗓 2 days✨ Culture · Adventure
3–4

Mohéli

Marine park, turtles and reefs.

🗓 2 days✨ Nature · Beach
5

Anjouan

Waterfalls and perfume plantations.

🗓 1 day✨ Nature · Culture
Route
Moroni → Mohéli → Anjouan → Karthala
Trip length
7 days
Est. budget
$350 – $2,450
1–2

Moroni

Old medina and Karthala volcano.

🗓 2 days✨ Culture · Adventure
3–4

Mohéli

Marine park, turtles and reefs.

🗓 2 days✨ Nature · Beach
5–6

Anjouan

Waterfalls and perfume plantations.

🗓 2 days✨ Nature · Culture
7

Karthala

Hike one of the world's largest craters.

🗓 1 day✨ Adventure · Iconic
Route
Moroni → Mohéli → Anjouan → Karthala
Trip length
10 days
Est. budget
$500 – $3,500
1–3

Moroni

Old medina and Karthala volcano.

🗓 3 days✨ Culture · Adventure
4–6

Mohéli

Marine park, turtles and reefs.

🗓 3 days✨ Nature · Beach
7–8

Anjouan

Waterfalls and perfume plantations.

🗓 2 days✨ Nature · Culture
9–10

Karthala

Hike one of the world's largest craters.

🗓 2 days✨ Adventure · Iconic
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Visa & entry

Comoros visa requirements

Visa required?
Visa on arrival for most
Allowed stay
Up to 45 days
Visa on arrival
Yes (paid on arrival)
eVisa
Limited
Passport validity
6 months
Visa type
eVisa
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Visa rules change frequently. Most visitors get a visa on arrival at Moroni airport. Always verify with the official Comoros immigration / e-visa website before travelling.

Full Comoros visa guide →Use the visa checker →
Money

Comoros budget guide

Budget

$50/day
  • Hostels & guesthouses
  • Local food & markets
  • Public transport
  • Free sights & nature

Luxury

$350+/day
  • 4–5★ hotels & resorts
  • Fine dining
  • Private transfers
  • Premium experiences
Full Comoros budget guide →
Things to do

Top attractions in Comoros

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Mount Karthala

A huge active volcanic crater.

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Mohéli Marine Park

Nesting turtles and reefs.

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Ylang-ylang farms

The source of perfume essence.

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Moroni medina

Old Friday Mosque and lanes.

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Reefs & beaches

Quiet Indian Ocean coast.

Blog

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