About Mayotte

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Mayotte attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

General information

The coastline of Mayotte is deeply indented, it looks like a constant struggle of sea and land for dominance, the latter yielding or pushing back the sea rival, forming innumerable bays, inlets and peninsulas of various shapes and sizes with numerous beaches. Many of them have such an important feature, like a natural shadow. This is far from uncommon here.

Regarding location, Mayotte is dominated by beaches outside urban areas in a natural setting. They may not be convenient for all categories of travelers (you can use filtering by access type or audience), primarily due to possible access difficulties. But they always give you extra points due to the amazing natural views, so isn't that why most of us go to the beach?

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Popular destinations

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Tsingoni

15 beaches
Cliffs • Secluded relax • Natural shadow

Sada

14 beaches
Cliffs • Secluded relax • Natural shadow

Kani-Keli

12 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Wild beach

Poroani

11 beaches
Cliffs • Secluded relax • Natural shadow

M'Tsamoudou

10 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Wild beach

Dembeni

9 beaches
Cliffs • Secluded relax • Natural shadow

Hamjago

9 beaches
Cliffs • Secluded relax • Natural shadow

M'Tsamboro

9 beaches
Cliffs • Secluded relax • Natural shadow

M'Tsangadoua

9 beaches
Cliffs • Secluded relax • Natural shadow

Sohoa

9 beaches
Cliffs • Secluded relax • Natural shadow

Mliha

8 beaches
Cliffs • Secluded relax • Natural shadow

M'Tsatroundrou

8 beaches
Natural shadow • Wild beach • Good for diving

Pamandzi

8 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Wild beach

Bambo-Ouest

6 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Good for diving

Labattoir

6 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Wild beach

Majicavo-Lamir

6 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Wild beach

Mbouanatsa

6 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Good for diving

Hamouro

4 beaches
Natural shadow • Good for diving • Good for Kayaking

Trevani

3 beaches
Cliffs • Good for Kayaking • Good for Sup surfing
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Mayotte Best beaches

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Good for Relax

Beach N'Gouja

Kani-Keli 2.4 km

8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Distant parking
3.3 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Mtsanga Antakoudja Beach

Hamjago 7.2 km

7.9
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Access by boat • No parking
0 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Musical Beach

M'Tsatroundrou 0.2 km

7.6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Brown fine sand • Turquoise water • Fine sand bottom
2 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Mtsanga Safari Beach

Hamjago 8 km

7.6
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Access by boat • No parking
0 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Moya Beach

Labattoir 2.6 km

7.5
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Large low tide • Distant parking
0.5 Amenities index

Turtle Beach

Sohoa 1.5 km

7.3
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Secluded relax • Easy access • Large low tide • No parking
0 Amenities index

Popular types of Mayotte beaches

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 27 beaches in the country.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Mayotte.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Mayotte, they are as follows:

  • The country's beaches are mainly narrow, moderate length and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is gentle, which is very good for kids. There are 23 such beaches.
  • An important clarification, 7 beaches in the country have a long intertidal zone, which means that during low tide hours you may have to travel a considerable distance. This is also something to consider if you don't want to suddenly be in the water at high tide.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Mayotte is less than 500 meters. 21 beaches are relatively easy to access, 2 beaches are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance, and 4 beaches are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

Wild beaches with no infrastructure dominate the coastline of Mayotte however, even here you can find a beach with a standard set of accessories: sun beds, umbrellas, restaurants, showers and toilets.

Some beaches in Mayotte attract every year not only relaxation lovers but also those travelers who prefer outdoor activities and, first of all snorkeling lovers, kayakers, sup boarders.

So, let's see what activities you can do on the beaches:

  • SUP is a relatively young sport that attracts more and more followers every year. Whether you are an experienced SUP rider or want to discover this activity, Mayotte is the perfect place for you. More than 2 beaches are popular among SUP boarders. Who knows, you will become an enthusiastic fan of SUP after visiting these beaches.
  • Snorkeling. For admirers of the inner beauty of coastal waters, it is essential to know that about 4 beaches in Mayotte that are popular with snorkelers. According to our users, the best locations are: Beach N'Gouja, Mtsanga Antakoudja Beach, Mtsanga Mlima Beach.
  • Sea kayaking is an excellent alternative to long walks along the coast. Instead of being bored on the beach, you can go for a leisurely journey and discover the beauty of the neighboring coves, inlets and wild beaches. Remember, the main gems are always accessible only from the water. Kayaking is an excellent active lifestyle solution for both professionals and beginners. About 4 beaches in Mayotte can be interesting for kayakers, the most popular are: Beach N'Gouja, Sakouli Beach.

Latest reviews on Mayotte's beaches

There are few offers for accommodation in the beach area, so finding a suitable place to stay can be a problem. You can use the map search to get more information about this.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Mayotte? In total there are 27 beaches and the most popular is Beach N'Gouja.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Mayotte?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Mayotte, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 27 beaches in total, of which about 0 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

They are also usually:

The best beaches in Mayotte:

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How to view only nearest to me beaches in Mayotte?

To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Mayotte, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

See also: View all beaches in Mayotte and create your selection by features.

How to view all beaches in Mayotte on map?

To view and filter by characteristics all beaches of Mayotte, use the link below:

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Mayotte?

Most of the beaches located in Mayotte are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

Popular categories of beaches in Mayotte by access:

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Top 5 popular beaches with easy access in Mayotte:

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Mayotte?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

Beach coverage and water

Natural scenery

Other popular categories

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Mayotte?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Mayotte by occupancy.

Popular categories:

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Which beaches in Mayotte are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

How to view all beaches by amenities details in Mayotte?

Use filter in search results to select a beach according to your preference for amenities.

Popular beach infrastructure categories:

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How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Mayotte?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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