How to Find Luxury Hotels in Comoros

The Union of the Comoros is a group of islands in the Indian Ocean between Madagascar and Mozambique.

Things You'll Need

• Passport
• Visa
• Telephone

Instructions

Choose Your Lodging

1. Book accommodations at a resort on Grande Comore, the largest of the islands. Known as Ngazidja to locals, this island features the active volcano Karthala, as well as plains and rainforests.

2. Get a room at the Le Galawa Beach Hotel on Grande Comore, one of the most popular all-inclusive beachfront resorts. Dial 011 ([phone] to make reservations. Prices are reasonable. You can also call the Comorian Ministry of Tourism at 011 ([phone] to get comprehensive information on available accommodations.

3. Get some sun at Chindini Beach on Grande Comore. The beach is located at the southern tip of the island and features picnic areas with a view.

4. Book your accommodations in the national capital, Moroni. There you can visit some of the ancient architectural marvels, such as the old Friday Mosque.

5. Visit the beautiful island of Anjouan and explore from accommodations in the city of Mutsamudu. Relax at the natural Dziancoundre Waterfall, and take in the famous 15th century Sultan's Palace.

Organize Your Transportation

1. Fly into Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport. Located in the city of Hahaya on Grande Comore, just north of Moroni.

2. Take a small boat from Grande Comore. The fastest ships can get you to the island of your choice in about 4 hours.

3. Consider flying between the islands. From Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport, it takes about 30 minutes to get reach another island by air.

Know Your Destination

1. Explore all the islands in the Comoros archipelago: Grande Comore, Moheli and Anjouan are part of the Union of the Comoros, while Mayotte is claimed by both the union and France.

2. Learn the original names for the islands before you visit, as the locals don't always use the French names. Grande Comore is Ngazidja, Moheli is called Mwali, Anjouan is Nzwani and Mayotte is known as Maore.

3. Obtain a tourist visa as soon as you arrive. Visas are valid for a two-week stay.

Tips & Warnings

• 011 is the dialing prefix used for telephoning abroad from the United States. If you're calling from another country, check which international dialing prefix to use. All country codes are within parentheses and begin with a "+" sign.

• There is no official booking agency for accommodations in the Union of the Comoros.

• Use a travel agent or online travel site to locate accommodations throughout the Comoros.