Mayotte, Cormoros Islands

The island of Mayotte is one of four Comoros islands. The Comoros became territories of France in the late 1800s even though it was and remains a predominantly Muslim country. Three of the four islands became independent of France in 1975 while Mayotte continues to be administered by France. It’s a lush island with beautiful waters.

It’s a small place so we were tendered and went ashore with our friends Thomas and Geraldine to explore. Our favourite experience was peering into a nursery school’s dance class and being invited inside. Melted our hearts.Read more