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Autonomous island in Comoros
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Grand Comore is the largest island in the East African island nation of Comoros, and location of the capital.
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Also known as Lake Niamawi. A saltwater crater lake on the northern coast
Difficult access (be aware of when taxis stop running) with beautiful coastline close to Mt Karthala. Chomoni is a local tourist site with a white sand beach and huts on the beach for picnics.
A bit hidden from the main road in Mitsamiouli but on the way to the best beach in town, Chez Nini offers seafood, chicken, traditional local vegetable dishes, desserts, and alcohol. They also hold different events and parties for special occasions like the New Year, so keep an eye on their Facebook page around days like that to see if anything exciting is going on. From Tuesday to Thursday only the bar is open and food will not be served.
A night club in Iconi, more relaxed and larger than Le Rose Noir.
You can reach the island by plane at Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport (HAH) near Moroni, from a handful of African cities and the French islands of Réunion and Mayotte.
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Buses between Moroni and different villages in the island run only during the morning.
By car
If you wish to rent a car (self-driving), expect to pay around €40 for a small car and €50 for a 4WD per day, fuel not included.
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Moroni · Regional · HAH
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