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'''Mayotte''' (French: ''Collectivité départementale de Mayotte''), is an overseas collectivity of [[France]] consisting of a main island, Grande-Terre (or Mahoré), a smaller island, Petite-Terre (or Pamanzi), and several islets around these two.
'''Mayotte''' (French: ''Collectivité départementale de Mayotte''), is an overseas collectivity of [[France]] consisting of a main island, Grande-Terre (or Mahoré), a smaller island, Petite-Terre (or Pamanzi), and several islets around these two.
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Mayotte is located at the northern end of the [[Mozambique Channel]] in the [[Indian Ocean Cruising Guide|Indian Ocean]], between northern [[Madagascar]] and northern [[Mozambique]]. The territory is geographically part of the [[Comoros|Comoro Islands]], but has been politically separate since the 1970s. The territory is also known as Mahoré, the native name of its main island, especially by advocates of its inclusion in the Union of Comoros.
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Mayotte is located at the northern end of the [[Mozambique Channel]] in the [[Indian Ocean]], between northern [[Madagascar]] and northern [[Mozambique]]. The territory is geographically part of the [[Comoros|Comoro Islands]], but has been politically separate since the 1970s. The territory is also known as Mahoré, the native name of its main island, especially by advocates of its inclusion in the Union of Comoros.  
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==Weather==
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Tropical; marine; hot, humid, rainy season during northeastern monsoon (November to May); dry season is cooler (May to November).
Tropical; marine; hot, humid, rainy season during northeastern monsoon (November to May); dry season is cooler (May to November).
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* [http://www.weather-forecast.com/maps/Mayotte Weather-Forecast.com - Mayotte]
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===Mayotte Arrival and Departure Procedures===
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(21/10/07) It is now '''mandatory''' to enter Mayotte through the main pass in the north, M'Zamboro. This pass is well marked/lit and the chart is accurate (WGS 84) making arrival at any time of day possible. Entry through any other pass is strictly forbidden. Departure is permitted by any pass.
(21/10/07) It is now '''mandatory''' to enter Mayotte through the main pass in the north, M'Zamboro. This pass is well marked/lit and the chart is accurate (WGS 84) making arrival at any time of day possible. Entry through any other pass is strictly forbidden. Departure is permitted by any pass.
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Yachts should anchor (or pick up a mooring) in "Bay de Pamanzi" ('''Dzaoudzi'''), and notify the Port Captain of your arrival on VHF16. All formalities are handled ashore - Port Captain, Immigration (Police aux Frontiers), and Customs (Douanes) - in that order - (no fees are charged).
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Yachts should anchor (or pick up a mooring) in "Bay de Pamanzi" ('''Dzaoudzi'''), and notify the Port Captain of your arrival. All formalities are handled ashore - Port Captain, Immigration (Police aux Frontiers), and Customs (Douanes) - in that order - (no fees are charged). Clearance is possible on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Basic French is required as the officials do not normally have any English. All boats, whether French or not, must clear in. You may only move from your initial anchorage/mooring once clearance has been completed.
Port Control: VHF 09 or 16, Ph: 02 69 601033, Fax: 02 69 601381.
Port Control: VHF 09 or 16, Ph: 02 69 601033, Fax: 02 69 601381.
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Contact the Port Captain on VHF 16 or 9 on arrival. Clearance formalities are all handled ashore - visit the Port Captain first who will provide a form to be taken to Customs, followed by Immigration and then finally returned to the Port Captain. Clearance is possible on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Basic French is required as the officials do not normally have any English. All boats, whether French or not, must clear in.
 
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Visit Customs the day before departure from Mayotte for outward clearance.
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===Mayotte Immigration===
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French "Overseas Territory" visa regulations apply. Nationals of Western European countries, Argentina, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, Hungary, South Korea, New Zealand, Poland, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Slovenia and the United States do not require visas for stays of up to 30 days. All other nationalities require a visa (obtained in advance).
French "Overseas Territory" visa regulations apply. Nationals of Western European countries, Argentina, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, Hungary, South Korea, New Zealand, Poland, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Slovenia and the United States do not require visas for stays of up to 30 days. All other nationalities require a visa (obtained in advance).
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* Yachts may remain for up to six months in Mayotte.
* Yachts may remain for up to six months in Mayotte.
* Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival.
* Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival.
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The small Yacht club in the end of Pamanzi Bay is a very social place with good Friday evening BBQs. The bar is often filled with well informed locals that are more than willing to share and assist with local information. The Yacht Club has a well-stocked bar (no food), laundry machines, showers, internet access and water. Purchases are handled on a "card" system.
The small Yacht club in the end of Pamanzi Bay is a very social place with good Friday evening BBQs. The bar is often filled with well informed locals that are more than willing to share and assist with local information. The Yacht Club has a well-stocked bar (no food), laundry machines, showers, internet access and water. Purchases are handled on a "card" system.
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The club has a drying wall and haul-out facility.
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/mayotte.html Mayotte Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum]
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/mayotte.html Mayotte Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum]
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An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to Mayotte.

Mayotte
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Capital Mamoudzou
Language French. Also Shimoare (Swahili) and Malagasy
Currency Euro (€)
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More notes about Mayotte

Mayotte (French: Collectivité départementale de Mayotte), is an overseas collectivity of France consisting of a main island, Grande-Terre (or Mahoré), a smaller island, Petite-Terre (or Pamanzi), and several islets around these two.

Mayotte is located at the northern end of the Mozambique Channel in the Indian Ocean, between northern Madagascar and northern Mozambique. The territory is geographically part of the Comoro Islands, but has been politically separate since the 1970s. The territory is also known as Mahoré, the native name of its main island, especially by advocates of its inclusion in the Union of Comoros.

Charts

NGA
61311 Plans in the Comoros and Mayotte (France)

Weather

Tropical; marine; hot, humid, rainy season during northeastern monsoon (November to May); dry season is cooler (May to November).

Sources for weather information:

Passages

Islands

This section does not apply for most islands; if that is the case for this one remove it. You may, however, list small islands adjacent to this one or list one or two of its neighbors).

Communication

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Navigation

Any navigation notes here. If this section does not apply remove it.

Entrance

Arrival

(21/10/07) It is now mandatory to enter Mayotte through the main pass in the north, M'Zamboro. This pass is well marked/lit and the chart is accurate (WGS 84) making arrival at any time of day possible. Entry through any other pass is strictly forbidden. Departure is permitted by any pass.

Yachts should anchor (or pick up a mooring) in "Bay de Pamanzi" (Dzaoudzi), and notify the Port Captain of your arrival. All formalities are handled ashore - Port Captain, Immigration (Police aux Frontiers), and Customs (Douanes) - in that order - (no fees are charged). Clearance is possible on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Basic French is required as the officials do not normally have any English. All boats, whether French or not, must clear in. You may only move from your initial anchorage/mooring once clearance has been completed.

Port Control: VHF 09 or 16, Ph: 02 69 601033, Fax: 02 69 601381.

Visit Customs the day before departure from Mayotte for outward clearance.

Departure

Details?

Customs and Immigration

Immigration

French "Overseas Territory" visa regulations apply. Nationals of Western European countries, Argentina, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, Hungary, South Korea, New Zealand, Poland, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Slovenia and the United States do not require visas for stays of up to 30 days. All other nationalities require a visa (obtained in advance).

Customs

  • Yachts may remain for up to six months in Mayotte.
  • Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival.
  • PETS: Animals arriving must have valid rabies vaccination and health certificates.

Fees and Charges

Restrictions

Health and Security

Health

  • Malaria - prophylaxis is recommended.

Security

Details?

Berthing

Ports

List larger ports and harbors. If there are more than two paragraphs for a given port, create a dedicated page in the list for it (Port/Stop Template).

Note: Please indicate which ports are a port of entry.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

The small Yacht club in the end of Pamanzi Bay is a very social place with good Friday evening BBQs. The bar is often filled with well informed locals that are more than willing to share and assist with local information. The Yacht Club has a well-stocked bar (no food), laundry machines, showers, internet access and water. Purchases are handled on a "card" system.

The club has a drying wall and haul-out facility.

Anchorages

List anchorages except the ones covered under Offshore Islands below. If there is more than two paragraphs for a given anchorage, create a dedicated page for it (Port/Stop Template).

Yacht Services and Repairs

List services. If no services are available on the island write "None" and remove all the subsections (Marine Stores, & Repairs/Yards, & Fuel, Water, & Electricity.

If services are included in specific port pages, the following line is appropriate, otherwise remove it.

Also see each Port.

Marine Stores

Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.

Repairs/Yards

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

Fuel
Give details on fuel
Water
Give details on water
Electricity
Give details on electricity

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

List places of interest, tours, etc.

Grocery & Supply Stores

Eateries

Internet/WiFi

Available?

Laundry

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Garbage Disposal

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Transportation

List transportation to other countries, or islands.

Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forums

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Links

References

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