📍 YT

Around Grande‑Terre and Petite‑Terre: mangroves, volcanic peaks and the vast coral lagoon with sea‑turtle hotspots.

≈ 10
Days
157
Km
5
Stops
📖 6 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Mamoudzou

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Market and seafront — Natural/urban highlight with context.
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Ferry jetty — Scenic geology or heritage feature.
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Hillside viewpoints — Classic viewpoint for photos.
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Next stop
Distance: 6 km
Travel time: 7min
2
Day

Mamoudzou

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Coconut market — Natural/urban highlight with context.
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Craft stalls — Scenic geology or heritage feature.
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Coastal esplanade — Classic viewpoint for photos.
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Next stop
Distance: 26 km
Travel time: 31min
3
Day

Mamoudzou

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Town murals — Natural/urban highlight with context.
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Scenic geology or heritage feature.
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Farewell promenade — Classic viewpoint for photos.
4
Day

Dzaoudzi

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Dziani crater lake rim — Natural/urban highlight with context.
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Plage de Moya cliffs — Scenic geology or heritage feature.
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Lighthouse point — Classic viewpoint for photos.
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Distance: 25 km
Travel time: 30min
5
Day

Dzaoudzi

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Petite‑Terre coastal path — Natural/urban highlight with context.
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Old runway point — Scenic geology or heritage feature.
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Lagoon overlooks — Classic viewpoint for photos.
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Distance: 6 km
Travel time: 7min
6
Day

Mtsamboro

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Choizil islets views — Natural/urban highlight with context.
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Northern reef edge — Scenic geology or heritage feature.
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Fishing village — Classic viewpoint for photos.
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Distance: 24 km
Travel time: 29min
7
Day

Sada

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Islet sandbank views — Natural/urban highlight with context.
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Baobab stands — Scenic geology or heritage feature.
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Sunset spots — Classic viewpoint for photos.
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Distance: 17 km
Travel time: 20min
8
Day

Sada

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Mangrove boardwalk — Natural/urban highlight with context.
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Ylang distillery (ext) — Scenic geology or heritage feature.
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Village lanes — Classic viewpoint for photos.
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Distance: 17 km
Travel time: 20min
9
Day

Bandrele

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Turtle museum (ext) — Natural/urban highlight with context.
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Saziley trailhead — Scenic geology or heritage feature.
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Coastal headlands — Classic viewpoint for photos.
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Distance: 18 km
Travel time: 22min
10
Day

Bandrele

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Southern beaches loop — Natural/urban highlight with context.
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Coral rubble flats — Scenic geology or heritage feature.
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Turtle lookouts — Classic viewpoint for photos.
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Next stop
Distance: 18 km
Travel time: 22min

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Dry Season (May-November): Perfect weather with low humidity, minimal rainfall (50-150mm monthly), and comfortable temperatures (24-28°C). Peak season with ideal conditions for diving, hiking, and marine activities in world's largest enclosed lagoon.

Shoulder Season (April, December): Good weather with moderate rainfall, fewer crowds, and reasonable prices offering excellent value. Pleasant temperatures with occasional tropical showers, perfect for cultural exploration and water activities.

Wet Season (December-April): Higher humidity, increased rainfall (200-400mm monthly), and cyclone risk requiring flexible planning. Lush tropical landscapes, fewer tourists, but weather-dependent outdoor activities and marine excursions.

Cyclone Season (December-April): Indian Ocean cyclone season with peak activity January-March requiring comprehensive travel insurance and flexible bookings. Modern weather tracking provides advance warning for this remote French territory.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 8 and 12 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

What to discover in YT?

French Indian Ocean territory with pristine lagoons, unique culture, and beautiful nature. Experience traditional Mahorais culture, incredible diving, and authentic island life. The territory offers cultural diversity with natural beauty and French standards. Mayotte provides Indian Ocean experiences with cultural authenticity and natural preservation.