Sports and leisure activities - Mayotte in 2024

Practical information : Move & Laze around Mayotte

Budget & Tips

If the sea outings may seem expensive at first sight (count between 60 and 80 € for the day), they are not expensive considering the show that is offered to you and the number of hours spent on (or in) the water. For sports activities, count between 10 and 20 € for a paddle or kayak rental per hour. Finally, the most restricted budgets will turn to the free activities: hiking and snorkeling.

What's very local

Diving is the sport to try at least once in Mayotte, the seabed is unique and many service providers can help you discover different spots. The guides are very professional and the equipment is of high quality, they will reassure the most timid and challenge the most adventurous. Another activity that makes sense in Mayotte is microlighting. Flying over the two islands and the double coral reef is a priceless spectacle that will remain forever engraved in your memories. Finally, if you are lucky enough to take part in the famous Mamoudzou tyre race, it is without doubt the most eagerly awaited event of the year for the Mahorais, a sport which is far from being as easy as it looks.

Your documents please

You should have a medical certificate if you wish to take up diving, parachuting or flying lessons. For the first flights, no papers will be required, but if you have particular health conditions, think of talking about it beforehand with your guide.

To be booked

Book your sea or air trips in advance, you are not the only one to have the idea, especially on weekends when the metropolitan people living on the island will be competing with you for places. For hikes with Les Naturalistes, remember to book at the beginning of the month when the schedule of outings is published because places go very quickly. More generally, one rarely drops in unexpectedly in Mayotte, especially during the week, all activities must be booked. At the very least, call the day before to make sure the provider will be open.

Main events

There are many events in Mayotte and they often include music and dance, which will allow you to discover the local rhythms. Most of them are free and open to the general public, and are often organised on the initiative of the communes or the Department. To keep up to date, there is nothing better than to consult the Facebook page What's up Mayotte or to pick up a copy of the small guidebook when you arrive at the airport. For those who like boat trips, July and August are the months when whales migrate, which is highly anticipated at sea. Remember to book well in advance.

Tourist traps

Many locals have makeshift boats and will offer you a ride for a small fee, always check the reliability of the person and the boat before you get on board. It is advisable to only go with people who have been recommended to you or with official providers.

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