Mount Karthala

Mount Karthala rises 2,361 meters above sea level as an active shield volcano featuring a large caldera with multiple craters and diverse volcanic formations.

The volcano has experienced over 20 documented eruptions since the 19th century, with notable activity in 2005, 2006, and 2007 causing evacuations and structural changes.

Local communities regard Mount Karthala with reverence and caution, incorporating the volcano into traditional beliefs and customs while adapting to its dynamic presence.

Visitors should check current volcanic activity status with geological agencies and use guided tours for safe access to the mountain's slopes and observation points.

The volcano hosts four endemic bird species found nowhere else on Earth, including the Karthala scops owl and Karthala white-eye within its protected ecosystems.

Location: Comoros

Elevation above the sea: 2,361 m

Address: Karthala, Comoros

GPS coordinates: -11.76028,43.35306

Latest update: July 25, 2025 20:40