Choazil Islands, Two small islands near Mtsamboro, Mayotte, France
The Choazil Islands are two small landmasses in the Indian Ocean near Mayotte that connect via a white sand strip when the tide recedes. Coral formations ring these islands on most sides, creating distinct marine environments around the northern and eastern approaches.
These landmasses formed through volcanic processes as part of the Comoros archipelago system. They became incorporated into Mayotte's French administrative jurisdiction in the 19th century.
These islands represent the territorial diversity of France, being part of Mayotte, a French overseas department in the Mozambique Channel.
Reaching these islands requires boat access from the mainland or other points around Mayotte. Tide timing is important since it affects whether the two landmasses can be walked between or remain separated by water.
The western island rises to about 50 meters elevation, while the eastern counterpart features a long sandy shoreline. These contrasting shapes make each landmass visually distinct when approached by water.
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