Timing/Schedule
| Departure - Arrival | Driving (bus/boat), walking / hiking, photo stop, inside/outside visits, refreshments/lunch/tasting, free time | Time | Restroom yes/no | Access/ Steps to climb | |||
| Mamoudzou Pier | Tender @ 9 | Rally Call all guests at port lollipop sign/bus | 9 | Y | N | ||
| pier | trailhead | Drive 30m to Governors Ruins trailhead | 9:30 | Y | N | ||
| trailhead | RT to trailhead | 4 hours walking and nature with snack via porters | 10 | N | Medium Hike | ||
| snack/refresh | finish hike | Exploring M’Tsapéré village/local Mayotte life | 14 | Y | N | ||
| return to ship | arrive at pier | 30 minutes drive back to ship | 14:30 | Y | N | ||
| enjoy the market | get back aboard | walk the market and views from GT (artisans etc) | 15 | Y | N | ||
| Total duration in h | 6 | ||||||
| HD Tour can be repeated AM/PM? | Yes during daylight hours is ok | ||||||
| Days of week or dates when this excursion cannot operate | None except natural disaster events like the major cyclones where ship cancels | ||||||
Tour Description
Embark on an active shore excursion to Mount M’Tsapéré, a 542-meter peak just north of Mamoudzou, offering breathtaking views and a moderate hike perfect for nature enthusiasts. Depart from Mamoudzou’s market area, a short drive (5-7 km) via RN1 to the trailhead near M’Tsapéré village. Travel through Mayotte’s vibrant landscapes, passing bustling neighborhoods en route.
From the morning, tackle the 4-6 km round-trip hike, ascending through lush forests of bamboo, cinnamon, and badamier trees. The moderate trail, with a 500-meter elevation gain, suits most fitness levels, though steeper sections require steady footing. As you climb, catch glimpses of Mamoudzou’s harbor and the turquoise lagoon. At the summit, marvel at 360-degree panoramas of the capital, coral-fringed coast, and distant Petite-Terre on clear days. Spot Mayotte White-eye birds flitting in the canopy or small lizards darting across rocks. A local guide enhances the experience with insights into Mayotte’s flora, fauna, and cultural history.
Enjoy a picnic snack and refreshment (not full lunch but light lunch) at the summit or as you like, while soaking in views or watching for Mayotte lemurs in nearby trees. If interested, take a little time to explore M’Tsapéré village’s traditional Mahorese homes or small craft stalls if desired. The descent offers more chances to photograph the lush forest and coastal vistas.
Wear sturdy hiking shoes, drink 1-2 liters of water, sunscreen, and binoculars for birdwatching. This eco-friendly tour supports Mayotte’s conservation, blending adventure, stunning scenery, and local charm for an unforgettable day.
Quotation
| Price p.p. incl. VAT | Currency | ||||||
| Unit price per tour | / | USD ALL | |||||
| min. 2 pax per minibus | 625.00 | ||||||
| min. 4 pax per minibus | 325.00 | ||||||
| min. 5 pax per minibus | 265.00 | ||||||
| min. 10 pax per bus | 176.00 | ||||||
| min. 15 pax per bus | 176.00 | ||||||
| min. 20 pax per bus | 176.00 | ||||||
| min. 25 pax per bus | 176.00 | ||||||
| min. 30 pax per bus | 176.00 | ||||||
| min. 35 pax per bus | 172.00 | ||||||
| min. 40 pax per bus | 166.00 | ||||||
| Supplement for 2nd local guide | 450.00 | ||||||
| For Children up to 12 years we expect 50 % reduction (standard excursions only) | Ok | ||||||
| Final price depends on the actual number of passengers divided by the actual number of buses ordered and used. Please note, that cruise line reserves the right to buy “empty tickets” to get into the next price range. The ship will send you the final notification of counts/final numbers latest 24hrs before the actual call. | |||||||
Participation Guidelines / Mobility Details / Restrictions
| MIN capacity per tour | 1 | Max capacity per tour | 200 | ||||
| Reason for limitation of capacity | |||||||
| Min age | 5 | Max age | 90 | Min weight | / | Max weight | / |
| Min height | / | max height | / | Waiver required yes/no | yes | drivers license? | / |
| walking distance | steps to climb | wheelchair assessable? | no | altitude difference | / | ||
| special clothing required? | Sunscreen Hat (Hot!) | Suitable for handicapped? | No | ||||
| tour level easy (1) - active (5) | 3 | type of walking/cycling description | / | ||||
Guides
| Tour is operated by: driver & guide, guide, driver-guide, escort or not guided? | guide | ||||||
| German or English speaking? | English | ||||||
| Number of prof. German speaking guides | 4 | ||||||
| Number of prof. English speaking guides | 35 | ||||||
Refreshments/Lunch/Restaurant
| Costs calculated | |||||||
| Kind of refreshment | PACKED SANDWICH AND FRUITS AND DRINKS - NO ALCOHOL @ MT TSAPERE | Incl | |||||
| Kind of menu | Sandwiches (Ban Mi style like Malagasy<>Maore<>Creole) Fruit, sweets, nuts, snack trail mix | See Above | |||||
| Drinks incl. p.p. during meal | No - guests pay their own in euros | NA | |||||
| Name of Restaurant | |||||||
| Address & Website | |||||||
Price includes
| Costs | |||||||
| 1 escort FOC per group | Yes | No | No for all - just pp | No extra cost of these | |||
| Vehicle (latest model) | Yes | Y | No | ||||
| Entrance fees | Yes | Y | No | ||||
| Water on buses | Yes | Y | No | ||||
| Headsets/Audioguides | Yes | No | N | ||||
| Photo & Video Fee | Yes | No | NA | ||||
| Special opening fees | Yes | No | NA | ||||
Means of transportation
| Busses | 8 | Jeeps | Minivans | ||||
| No. of available busses | 8 | No. of available Jeeps | No. of available Vans | ||||
| Capacity per bus (seats) | 15-56 | Capacity per Jeep | Capacity per car | ||||
| Air Condition | y | Seating | Air Condition | ||||
| Microphone | n | Covered? | |||||
| Boats (chartered or public?) | 4 | Planes (chartered or scheduled? | n | Cars | 4 | ||
| Type of boats | speed | Type of aircraft | No. of available cars | 4 | |||
| No. of available boats | 4 | No. of available aircrafts | Capacity per car | 3 | |||
| Capacity per boat | 12 | Capacity per aircraft (seats) | Aircondition | y | |||
| Covered/shun shade | y | Airline | |||||
| Toilets on board | n | ||||||
| Life vests | y | ||||||
Additional information / remarks
Subject to Booking Terms and Conditions, waiver mandatory ; Participants should be in good health ; Itineraries adjusted for weather/road breaks
CMT Full Professional Shore Excursions for Cruise Ships to Mayotte Mamoudzou
- Tour Selection:
- Large selection including classic, adventure, active, small groups, behind the scenes, off the beaten track, ECO, and new tours per destination
- Focus on expert tours
- Possibility to use different high-class restaurants
- Buses:
- Best available and newest models of vehicles
- Restaurants:
- Very good restaurants, not mass-produced
- Venues with a good standard of quality
- Communication:
- Smooth communication with answers given in a reasonable amount of time, without reminders, to both the head office and the ships
- Operation:
- Attention to detail: punctual, prepared buses and guides, entrances checked in advance
- Private Arrangements (pre- or post-cruise programs/excursions during the cruise):
- Individual guests prefer to avoid crowds, be flexible, and expect extraordinary and off-the-path experiences
- Itineraries should not coincide with group tours whenever possible
- Travel Concierge:
- Private, outstanding, exclusive tours/activities/experiences for 1-4 people
- Advertisement in the shore excursion brochure
- Booking upon request
- Vehicles:
- Best available and newest models of vehicles
- Vehicles will be clean and equipped with a branded logo sign and the guest's name in the windshield
- For pre- and post-cruise programs, one bottle of water per person should be arranged in the car
- All vehicles should be on standby 30 minutes prior to departure for quality checks and smooth dispatch
- Guides:
- Qualified French or English-speaking guides with excellent language skills and knowledge of the areas
