Mount Mfiti

Mount Mfiti (also known as Ntingui) is the highest peak on the island of Anjouan (Ndzuani), reaching an elevation of approximately 1,595 meters above sea level. This mountain serves as the geographic heart of the island and plays a critical role in determining local weather patterns and ensuring water security. Its slopes are blanketed in dense, often cloud-shrouded rainforest that supports a massive range of biological diversity, including many plant and animal species found nowhere else on Earth. Geologically, Mount Mfiti is an extinct volcano whose nutrient-rich soils provide the foundation for its lush greenery. For conservationists, the mountain is of vital importance as it hosts some of the last remaining refuges for the Livingstone's fruit bat and other critically endangered species. Treks to the summit offer spectacular panoramic views over the entire island, and on clear days, visibility extends to the neighboring islands of Mohéli and Mayotte. The steep ascent takes hikers through distinct vegetation zones, from agricultural lands at the base to pristine cloud forests at higher altitudes. Protecting this ecosystem is essential for preserving the watersheds that supply drinking water to nearly the entire island population.

Nearby cities

Fomboni

Fomboni is the capital of Mohéli island and the third largest city in the country.

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Moimbassa

Moimbassa is a small village in the interior of Mohéli.

Nioumachoua

Nioumachoua is the second largest town on Mohéli, located on the south coast.

Mbatsé

Mbatsé is a remote village on the northwest coast of Mohéli.

Djoyezi

Djoyezi sits next to Fomboni on Mohéli.

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Wanani

Wanani is a coastal settlement on Mohéli, near Fomboni.

Hoani

Hoani is a quiet village on the coast of Mohéli.

Kangani

Kangani is a small settlement in southern Mohéli.

Dziani Boundouni

A fascinating sulfurous crater lake hidden deep within a dense, wildlife-rich tropical jungle.

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Itsamia

Itsamia is a village in eastern Mohéli, famous for its sea turtles.

Ouallah

Ouallah is a village on the west coast of Mohéli.

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Mohéli Marine Park

Discover a pristine marine paradise renowned for its nesting sea turtles and vibrant coral reefs.

History & landmarks

Fomboni Town Hall

Fomboni Town Hall is the administrative heart of Mohéli island and a well-known public building.

Bander es Salam Airport Terminal

The Bander es Salam terminal on Mohéli island is a central landmark for travelers and the island's goods traffic.

Nature

Dziani Boudouni

Dziani Boudouni is a sulfurous crater lake in the south of Mohéli island.

More places

Lemur Forest of Mohéli

Mohéli's forests provide habitat for mongoose lemurs and other small forest animals.

Port of Boingoma

The Port of Boingoma is the main seaport of Mohéli island, serving as the primary entry point for goods and passengers.

Ancient Mosque of Fomboni

The ancient mosque of Fomboni is the oldest religious building on Mohéli, bearing witness to the early Islamization of the island.

Clove Groves of Mohéli

On the island of Mohéli, clove trees characterize the landscape, and their dried flower buds are exported worldwide as a precious spice.

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Rice Fields of Mohéli

Mohéli's rice fields sit in water-fed valleys where local families grow food for daily use.

Palace of Princess Salima

The ruins of Princess Salima's palace on Mohéli recall the island's last ruler before the colonial era.

Fomboni Electricity Plant

This power plant provides the necessary energy for Fomboni and the surrounding communities on Mohéli island.

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Port of Nioumachoua

The Port of Nioumachoua in southern Mohéli is an essential stop for supplying the local population.