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Lac Dziani

Mayotte, France

Mayotte: airports, things to do and where to stay

Mayotte, a French overseas department in the Comoros archipelago, is made up of Grande-Terre and Petite-Terre. Its huge lagoon, enclosed by a double barrier reef, is one of the great natural sights of the Indian Ocean.

Mayotte airports

Aerial view of the terminal, apron and runway at Pamandzi
DZA

Mayotte-Marcel Henry

Mayotte, France

  • 13 km to the centre
  • 1 terminal

From the airport to central Mayotte

Mayotte-Marcel Henry airport is about 13 km from central Mayotte.

Mayotte-Marcel Henry Airport (DZA)

Mayotte

Things to do in Mayotte

Lac Dziani

Lac Dziani

A green crater lake on Petite-Terre, a short distance from the airport. A footpath runs around its rim.

Plage de N'Gouja

Plage de N'Gouja

A beach in the south of Grande-Terre known for the sea turtles that graze just a few metres from the shore.

Mont Choungui

Mont Choungui

The cone-shaped peak that dominates the south of the island. The summit looks out over the whole lagoon and its reef.

Îlot de sable blanc

Îlot de sable blanc

A white sandbank in the middle of the lagoon that only appears at low tide. It is visited on boat trips.

Îlot Mbouzi

Îlot Mbouzi

An islet in the lagoon off Mamoudzou, a national nature reserve home to lemurs.

Frequently asked questions

Which airport serves Mayotte?

Mayotte is served by Mayotte-Marcel Henry (DZA).

How far is the airport from central Mayotte?

Mayotte-Marcel Henry airport is about 13 km from central Mayotte.

How do I get from the airport to central Mayotte?

From Mayotte-Marcel Henry airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.

What are the must-sees in Mayotte?

Highlights of Mayotte include Lac Dziani, Plage de N'Gouja, Mont Choungui, Îlot de sable blanc, and Îlot Mbouzi.

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