Comoros: Wildlife Expedition
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Tour Overview
Join the few lucky souls who have ever visited Comoros, a small archipelagic country off Africa’s east coast. On this 9-day wildlife expedition, split your time between two islands and encounter the many sea and land critters that call these islands home, including green sea turtles, Livingstone bats, dolphins, lemurs, tropical fish, manta rays and more. Learn from local guides and national park eco-guards who reveal insights into ongoing conservation efforts and how island communities and their visitors play a role in protecting these fragile ecosystems. Along the way, you’ll meet Comorians eager to share the vibrancy of these remote islands, leaving you to wonder why it took you so long to discover this hidden gem.
Trip Code: YCSO
Start
Moroni
End
Moroni
Destination
Comoros
Meals
8 breakfasts, 6 dinners
Transport
Private Vehicle, Boat, Ferry
Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights), Basic Beach Bungalow (1 night), Lodge (4 nights)
Days
9
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 12
Min Age
15
Style
Originali
Physical
4i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Explore the Mwali UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, home to the second highest marine diversity in the world. Spot humpback whales and spinner dolphins; snorkel among vibrant coral reefs, parrot fish, manta rays, wrasses, fusiliers, and maybe even sea turtles.
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Take a short a hiking experience in the subtropical tropical rain forest to observe one of the world’s largest bats, the critically endangered Livingstone flying fox.
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Stay in community operated beachside bungalows in Itsamia and visit one of the largest Green turtle nesting sites of the world, where turtles nest year-round; learn from local park rangers about ongoing conservation efforts.
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Enjoy a seafood lunch served at Miki’s Place, a lean-to “restaurant” under a baobab next to the sea.
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Walk among homesteads, meeting villagers with beautiful welcoming smiles, and stroll through the surrounding gardens to see how local foods are produced.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
8 breakfasts, 6 dinners
Transport
Private Vehicle, Boat, Ferry
Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights), Basic Beach Bungalow (1 night), Lodge (4 nights)
Included activities
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Moheli - Ylang-Ylang Farm Visit
- Moheli - Village walk
- Ouenefou Island – Barbecue Lunch
- Moheli - Park Ranger Conservation Presentation
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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