How many travellers will be in my group?

Maximum 12 travellers — that's the cap on every Undiscovered Destinations small-group tour. Small enough to eat in a local family home; large enough to share the wonder with other like-minded travellers.

Yes — there's no compulsory single supplement on our small-group tours. You get your own room at no extra cost. About 60% of UD travellers come solo, so you'll be in good company.

How fit do I need to be?

Fitness requirements vary by itinerary, from gentle to demanding. The day-by-day tour dossier sets out walking distances, terrain and any altitude so you know what to expect. If you have specific concerns, speak to our team before booking — they can talk you through a typical day.

When are the next departures?

The next available departures are 14 June 2027; 12 June 2028. See the "Choose your departure" table further up the page for the full schedule and per-departure pricing.

What's included in the tour price?

Included items vary by tour — see the full list above. On this trip, expect: Arrival and departure transfers; Minibus, or similar vehicle for guided excursions and tours; All inter-island economy class flights including a checked-in luggage allowance of 20k; and more. International flights and travel insurance are not included.

Where exactly does this trip go?

This tour visits Comoros Islands. Each destination has its own page with practical information, climate, and the attractions our specialists recommend — linked from the itinerary above.

Comoros Islands18 daysMax 12 travellersSolo-friendly

Indian Ocean Explorer

An 18-day island-hopping voyage from Zanzibar through the Comoros, Réunion, Rodrigues, Mauritius, and the Seychelles — each island more remote than the last.

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About this journey

What to expect on this trip

This Comoros Islands Tour offer exceptional journey offers a rare chance to explore some of the least visited islands of the Indian Ocean. Starting in Zanzibar, with its rich spice trading history and the atmospheric alleys of Stone Town, the adventure continues via Dar es Salaam to the Comoros. Here, on Grande Comore, travellers explore lush landscapes at the base of Mount Karthala and search for elusive lemurs. A short hop takes you to Mayotte, where mangroves, volcanic lakes, and mudflats await, before moving on to the dramatic scenery of Reunion, with its waterfalls, volcanic coastline, and lava-surviving church, Notre Dame des Laves.

Next, you fly to Rodrigues – isolated, enchanting, and untouched – where Creole charm and a slower pace define one of the world’s most remote inhabited islands. In Mauritius, the itinerary includes stunning beaches, sugar cane fields, waterfalls, and colonial-era Port Louis, along with time to relax. The final leg of the tour lands in the Seychelles on Mahe Island, where you’ll visit botanical gardens, heritage sites, a rum distillery, and a tea factory, with time for swimming and snorkelling. A final day at leisure caps off this immersive exploration of the Indian Ocean’s hidden treasures.

The journey

Indian Ocean Explorer

Key moments

What makes this trip special

Drawn from the full tour dossier — the standout days, encounters and views our specialists keep coming back to.

Your route

Stone Town & Prison Island, Zanzibar
A guided exploration of historic Stone Town takes in carved Swahili-Arab doorways, spice farms where black pepper, turmeric and cinnamon overflow hessian sacks, and a visit to Prison Island for giant tortoise viewing and snorkelling. Stone Town holds UNESCO World Heritage status for its labyrinthine streets reflecting centuries of Swahili, Arab and colonial influence.
Grande Comore Island Crossing
A full-day excursion crosses Grande Comore from the foothills of Mount Karthala to the Diboini plateau, passing extinct craters, ylang ylang distilleries and vanilla warehouses. The route also includes lemur and tortoise encounters, a dragon-shaped rock formation, the Salt Lake, and swimming at Galawa and Chomoni beaches
Mayotte Mangroves & MUMA Museum
A morning guided tour of Mayotte covers the MUMA Musée de Mayotte for cultural immersion and then moves into the island's natural landscape of mangrove swamps, volcanic lakes and mudflats. Mayotte is a French overseas department whose population is largely of Comorian descent and where Shimaore, a dialect of the Comorian language, is widely spoken.
Piton de la Fournaise & Route des Laves, Réunion
A guided island tour follows the Route des Laves volcanic landscape to Piton de la Fournaise, one of the world's most active volcanoes, then visits the Cascade Niagara waterfall, the Trou du Souffleur geyser formations, and the Notre-Dame des Laves church, which the itinerary notes was miraculously spared by lava.
Rodrigues Island Beaches & François Leguat Reserve
Rodrigues, described in the itinerary as among the remotest places one can visit, offers rugged coastlines and crystalline lagoons. The day tour visits the empty beaches of Trou d'Argent, Gravier and Saint-François, then the François Leguat Nature Reserve, where giant tortoises and endemic birds can be observed.
Southeast Mauritius: Waterfalls, Temple & Coastal Views
A full-day southeast island tour takes in the Eau Bleu Waterfall, the Pont Naturel natural bridge, le Souffleur coastal viewpoint, the colourful Tookay temple set among sugar cane fields, Gris Gris beach, and Rochester Falls — a 33-foot waterfall featured in the itinerary. A typical Mauritian lunch is included.

Full itinerary · 18 days

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Dates & prices

Choose your departure

Reserve your place with a £1,990 per-person deposit; the balance is due 70 days before departure. Prefer your own space? A single room is available on every departure.

Departs	Returns	Status	Price pp	Single supp.
14 Jun 2027	1 Jul 2027	Guaranteed	£9,950	+£1,995	Book now
12 Jun 2028	29 Jun 2028	Guaranteed	£10,950	+£1,994	Book now

Departure
14 Jun 2027 → 1 Jul 2027
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£9,950 pp
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Departure
12 Jun 2028 → 29 Jun 2028
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£10,950 pp
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Can’t find the right fit?

Every one of our Comoros Islands journeys can be rebuilt around your dates, pace and interests — or we’ll design something entirely new.

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What's included

What your tour price covers

Included in the price

Arrival and departure transfers
Minibus, or similar vehicle for guided excursions and tours
All inter-island economy class flights including a checked-in luggage allowance of 20k
All accommodation
Experienced local guide for all excursions and tours
Services of an English-speaking tour leader – applicable for groups of 5 or more travellers (groups of less than 5 will travel unescorted between each island)
Meals as listed
Entrance fees for sites listed as part of the itinerary

Budget separately for

International flights to Zanzibar and return from the Seychelles
Any airport taxes (except for those flights included in the itinerary)
Travel Insurance
Visa – when required
Drinks
Items of personal nature
Tips (Discretionary)

Before you go

Essential information

Shared across all tours that visit this destination. Read alongside your individual tour dossier for trip-specific details.

Foreign Office travel advice

We monitor FCDO travel advice continuously and will inform clients of any significant changes before departure. At the time of writing, the FCDO does not advise against travel to the islands featured in our Comoros tours. However, travel advice can change, so we recommend checking the latest FCDO guidance before you travel.

If you have any questions about travelling to Comoros, please contact our team and we'll be happy to discuss your trip arrangements. Please note that FCDO advice is intended for British nationals. Travellers from other countries should consult the travel advice issued by their own government.

For the latest information, visit the official FCDO Comoros travel advice page.

Voices from the road

What travellers say about us

Independently verified reviews from travellers who joined Indian Ocean Explorer. Rated 4.9 Excellent on AITO by 250+ reviewers.

“I loved Retaj Moroni : Well maintained and in a very convenient location for getting out and about. The staff were charming and the hotel had nice grounds and offered good food. I felt thr trip offered great value for money. The food included was very good quality.The trip was incredible and I loved the destination. ”

Nigel Alexander

Comoros Discovery · UK

“The tour leader, Olaf Stals, did a sterling job. Charming, accessible, enthusiastic and a good communicator. Olaf has an in-depth knowledge of the mechanics of seamless travelling and managed the group very effectively. The tour was challenging but very good organisation and professional tour leadership made it a success.”

Gustavo Musto

Indian Ocean Explorer · Uruguay

“We thought Omar was trying very hard to provide a good service in challenging circumstances. We were grateful for his advice and support.”

Traveller from the UK

Comoros Discovery · UK

“This is truly an undiscovered destination! Not many people know that much. Everything ran well despite the difficulties of lack of infrastructure. ”

Jeremy Lee

Comoros Discovery · UK

“Omar, our primary guide based in Grande Comore went over and above at all times to make sure that we had the best possible time, despite the significant disruptions and problems that we faced throughout the trip. ”

Susan Chittenden

Comoros Discovery · UK

“Olaf was a great guide and had to deal with a lot of the unknown on the trip.”

Karen Brown

Indian Ocean Explorer · Australia

“On Anjouan we had two guides both named Patrice, they were both excellent, enthusiastic full of knowledge and wonderful guides.”

Caroline Fletcher

Comoros Discovery · UK

“The 2 guides on Anjouan - Patrice and Patrice - were absolutely lovely, full of energy and friendly and trying to give us a good time. Overall I found the trip very interesting and thought-provoking, and the itinerary provides great variety with the 3 very different islands.”

Bernice Hird

Comoros Discovery · UK

“Jason was very helpful and the booking process was quick and easy. UD offers itineraries that many competitors do not. I thoroughly enjoyed both trips I've taken with them. While they may not suit everyone, I have happily recommended the Senegal tour to fellow travellers.”

Bernice Hird

“Excellent customer service, reliable itineraries and ability to solve local issues when they arise”

Gustavo Musto

Uruguay

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