Chissioua Mbouzi, Uninhabited island in Mayotte, France
Chissioua Mbouzi is a small uninhabited island in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Mayotte. It rises from the water and provides habitat for seabirds and marine life that inhabit the waters around Mayotte.
The island received formal recognition in 2007 as part of Mayotte's administrative integration into France. Since then it has been classified as a protected natural area.
The maritime environment of Chissioua Mbouzi connects to the traditions of Mahoran people, who maintain strong connections with the surrounding waters.
You can only reach the island by boat from neighboring islands or Mayotte's ports. The best time to visit is during the dry season when the sea is calmer.
The island is home to numerous seabirds that nest and breed here. Divers and snorkelers discover colorful coral reefs and abundant fish species in the surrounding waters.
Location: Mayotte
Inception: 2007
Elevation above the sea: 49 m
GPS coordinates: -12.81080,45.23500
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:44
Mayotte is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean with a varied landscape of volcanic lakes, sandy beaches, and protected natural areas. The islands host coral reefs, mangrove forests, and marine habitats that invite exploration. Historic mosques such as Tsingoni and busy fish markets display the island's cultural side, while viewpoints and waterfalls like Cascade de Soulou offer scenic views. On Petite-Terre, beaches such as Moya and Musicale sit near Dziani Dzaha Crater Lake, a notable body of water of volcanic origin. Mount Choungui on Grande-Terre offers hiking opportunities with views across the island. The Sentier des Baobabs leads through landscapes with ancient trees and shows the region's natural flora. The coastline draws visitors with many beaches including N'Gouja, Saziley, and Tahiti Beach, while nature reserves such as Saziley National Park and Chissioua M'bouzi Reserve shelter uncommon species. The M'Tsamboro Islands and Sable Blanc Islet are popular destinations for water sports and snorkeling. Longoni Harbor and smaller bays such as Chirongui Bay show the maritime life of island residents.
Mosquée de Tsingoni
14.1 km
Prefecture hotel of Mayotte
4 km
Musée de Mayotte
4 km
Our Lady of Fatima Church, Mamoudzou
3.5 km
Résidence du gouverneur
3.9 km
Bandrélé Ecomuseum
12.1 km
Cascade de Soulou
14.9 km
Plage de Moya
7.3 km
Tahiti plage
14.6 km
St. Michael's Church, Dzaoudzi
4 km
Plage des Badamiers
7.5 km
Réserve naturelle nationale de l'îlot Mbouzi
328 m
Musicale Plage
13.2 km
Trevani Beach
10 km
Mtsanga Hamaha
5.3 km
Plage de Trévani
9.9 km
Mosquée de Mtsapéré
3 km
Plages de Moya
7.5 km
Plage de Koungou
9.7 km
Mtsanga Milouani
7.5 km
Plage de Sohoa
14 km
Mtsanga Iloni
6 km
Mtsanga Dzienguizi
14.5 km
Barracks of Petite Terre (Dzaoudzi, Mayotte)
3.9 km
Plage de la Bonne Marée
6.4 km
Sakouli Beach
9 km
Cascade de Soulou
14.8 km
Tahiti Beach
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