Comoros
Union of the Comoros
Eastern Africa · COM
Editorial Snapshot
Why Go To Comoros
Comoros is a good fit for travelers who want volcanic Indian Ocean islands with a much less resorted feel than Mauritius or the Seychelles. It works best as a slow island trip centered on Grande Comore and one additional island, rather than an attempt to rush the whole archipelago.
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Things To See
- Moroni
- Mount Karthala
- Mohéli Marine Park
- Anjouan
- Grande Comore
Best Months
Know Before You Go
- Comoros rewards travelers who are comfortable with looser logistics and a lower-friction version of island travel.
- Island transfers and schedules can shape the trip as much as the sightseeing list does.
- This is a better match for low-key scenery and atmosphere than for polished resort infrastructure.
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Country Data
Stats At A Glance
Practical travel, safety, climate, and quality-of-life stats for Comoros.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Moroni
- Population
- 919,901
- Area
- 1,862 km²
- Region
- Eastern Africa
Languages
- Arabic
- French
- Comorian
Currency
Comorian franc (Fr)
KMF
Exchange rate unavailable for USD.
Cost of Living (World Bank)
42.0
Price level index (US = 100)
Monthly Climate Averages
These weather averages are based on data for Moroni (11.70°S, 43.23°E).
LGBTQ+ Friendly
14/100
Traveler LGBTQ score
- Legal protections
- 2/100
- Lived safety
- 37/100
This score blends legal protections with lived-safety context so strong laws alone do not automatically push a country to the top of the ranking.
- Homosexuality legal❌
- Relationship recognitionNone
- Adoption recognition❌
- Anti-discrimination laws❌
- Employment protections❌
- Legal gender recognition❌
- Conversion therapy ban❌
Human Development Index (UNDP)
0.603
Medium human development
- 5-year change
- +0.019
- 10-year change
- +0.047
- Trend
- improving
- Data year
- 2023
- Gender Dev. Index (GDI)
- 0.929
- Gender Inequality Index (GII)
- 0.501
Natural Beauty (World Bank)
- Protected land area
- 33.7%
- Forest cover
- 17.0%
Source: World Bank.
Wildlife & Birdwatching
- Threatened mammal species (IUCN)
- 6
- Threatened bird species (IUCN)
- 13
Source: World Bank / IUCN Red List. Higher counts indicate richer biodiversity, typically in tropical rainforest, island, and savannah ecosystems.
Food & Cuisine
30/100
Food and dining score
Built from two layers: dining-scene breadth and open prestige signals. We combine restaurant density, cuisine diversity, distinguished restaurants, and gastronomy-city recognitions from open data sources.
Luxury Infrastructure
67/100
Luxury & premium accommodation score
Based on OpenStreetMap luxury hotel density and World Bank international tourism receipts.
US Travel Advisory
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
Read full advisory →Data current as of May 2026 and subject to change. Travel advisory information is sourced from the U.S. State Department and reflects conditions at the time of data collection, not real-time conditions. Do not rely solely on this information for travel decisions. Always check current government advisories for your nationality. Terms of Use · About our data