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Africa · Eastern AfricaOutline guideAfrican island country in the Indian Ocean
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The Comoros (French: Comores; Arabic: جزر القمر Juzur al-Qumur) is an island nation off the coast of East Africa, in the Indian Ocean between northern Mozambique and northern Madagascar.
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Cards and cash
There are four ATMs in Moroni in roughly the same area, however travellers report they are often broken and cannot be relied on.
Arabic, French, Comorian
The official languages are French and Arabic. Most Comorians speak their own language known as Shikomori (Comorian), which is a group of Swahili dialects, as a first language and French as a second.
Tap water is drinkable according to the National Tourism Office, however the CDC states that it is not drinkable.
Malaria, including cerebral malaria, is prevalent in the Comoros. Sleep under a permethrin-treated mosquito net and take an anti-malarial.
Although the Comoros is a rather liberal Muslim country, it is disrespectful for women to expose their shoulders, much of their chest, knees, and especially stomach and lower back.
Attractions, food, stays and travel essentials, with ratings, reviews, opening hours and directions.
the country's capital, on Grande Comore
second largest town of Moheli, on the southern coast
Places in Comoros on the World Heritage List.
The Medinas of the Historic Sultanates of the Comoros
Listed 2026
List from Wikidata (CC0). Photos from Wikimedia Commons.
Public transport and paid services in Comoros.
By public transport
Each capital is connected by bus with the villages on their respective island main road. Buses are usually packed, have no fixed schedule and stop running well before sunset.
By boat
Speedboats operate from Chindini on the southern coast of Grand Comore, to Hoani on the northern coast of Moheli.
By car
It's possible to rent cars on Grand Comore for approximately CF15,000 to CF25,000 a day, depending on the type of car.
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Calculated from climate averages: mild daytime highs and lower rainfall. It does not account for festivals, crowds or prices.
Average conditions in Moroni
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. high | 28° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 27° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 27° | 28° | 28° |
| Avg. low | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 27° | 26° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 26° | 27° | 28° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 202 | 155 | 160 | 151 | 65 | 39 | 33 | 21 | 20 | 39 | 40 | 97 |
| Humidity | 80% | 80% | 79% | 78% | 76% | 74% | 74% | 74% | 75% | 76% | 77% | 78% |
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Budget
$60
Per person, per day
Mid-range
$160
Per person, per day
Luxury
$420
Per person, per day
| Budget | Mid-range | Luxury | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | $30 | $90 | $245 |
| Food and drink | $15 | $35 | $80 |
| Local transport | $5 | $15 | $35 |
| Activities | $10 | $20 | $60 |
Estimate from World Bank price levels (2025). Actual costs vary by city and season. World Bank
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We do not label countries as safe or unsafe. Below is the official advice from two governments, with the date it was last updated. Always read the full advice before you travel.
US Department of State
Level 2 of 4Exercise increased caution
Exercise increased cautionin Comoros due to crime, unrest, and health. There is no full-time official U.S. presence in Comoros. Consular services for U.S. citizens in Comoros are provided by the U.S. embassy in Madagascar. Crime Petty crime is common in Comoros. Stay aware of your surroundings. Comoros has also had reports of piracy. Small crafts on the open seas are vulnerable to attack. Unrest - demonstrations Protests occur spontaneously in Comoros and can happen due to political factors. Most protests occur in Moroni, and some have turned violent. Protesters have also engaged in the destruction of property. Health Healthcare, including ambulance services, is limited in Moroni. It is very limited in rural areas. Medical care in rural areas often requires transportation to Moroni. Medical evacuation from Comoros is often needed for significant injuries and illnesses. Review our information on Health in the Travel Guidance section
UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
No advice against travel. Read the full advice before you go.
Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: see general advice for women travellers read our guide on disability and travel abroad see general advice for LGBT+ travellers read about safety for solo and independent travel see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad Travel insurance If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. About FCDO travel advice The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice. Get travel advice updates Sign up to get email notifications when this travel advice is updated. Follow FCDO: travel advice on X travel advice on Facebook Travel Aware on Instagram
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