Lake Dziani Boudouni
Dziani Boudouni
A volcanic crater lake of about 30 hectares in southeastern Mohéli, designated a Ramsar wetland and home to many waterbirds. You can hike there from Itsamia with a guide.
Dziani Boudouni is a crater lake in the southeastern lowlands of Mohéli, covering about 30 hectares. Steep crater walls, dense forest and orchards surround it. In 1995 it was designated the Comoros' first Ramsar wetland of international importance. The lake and shoreline are habitat for herons, ducks and other waterbirds, and you may also spot flying foxes and Comoro lemurs. The most popular way to visit is to set out from Itsamia village with a guide from the ADSEI association, walking through vanilla, clove and fruit orchards to the lake. Circle the lake and return, a trip of about half a day (guide fee about 6,500 Comorian francs per person). There are no facilities at the lake, and trails turn muddy after rain, so wear non-slip shoes and bring water and mosquito repellent.
Opening hours
Daytime (guide recommended)
Nearby sights
- Itsamia Turtle Beach
- Mohéli Highland Forest (Mlédjélé)
- Mohéli Marine Park (Mohéli National Park)
- Fomboni
- Nioumachoua Islets
- Ouallah Beaches