Grande Comore's Volcanic Beaches & Indian Ocean Swimming
Grand Comore's dramatic volcanic coastline alternates between jet-black lava beaches, turquoise snorkeling coves, and resort beaches backed by coconut palms
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Mitsamiouli Beach
The finest white sand beach on Grande Comore in the north of the island — a crescent bay with calm clear water and simple beach restaurants serving grilled fish
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Black Lava Coast south of Moroni
The volcanic lava fields south of the capital reach the sea in dramatic formations — black rock pools teeming with sea urchins, squid and colorful reef fish
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Chomoni Beach Snorkeling
A sheltered cove on the east coast where the reef begins just meters from shore — mask and snorkel rentals from local fishermen provide access to a pristine reef
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Trou du Prophète
A sea cave on the west coast where waves rush through a volcanic lava tunnel — a sacred site where the Prophet Muhammad is said to have left a footprint
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Sunset at Itsandra
The seaside resort area north of Moroni where the Comoros' only real hotel strip is located — sunset cocktails over the Indian Ocean with Karthala gently smoking behind
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Night fishing with locals
Traditional longline fishing from canoes off Grand Comore's reef at night — local fishermen welcome guests and share their catch for breakfast