Before You Go
- Confirm passport validity and entry requirements.
- Check whether a tourist visa is required.
- Keep digital copies of important documents.
- Consider purchasing travel insurance.
Port Vila
Vanuatu Vatu (VUV)
Bislama, English, French
MayβOct
VUT (UTC+11)
Welcome to Vanuatu, a South Pacific archipelago known for active volcanoes, pristine reefs, and vibrant traditional culture. Mount Yasur, one of the most accessible active volcanoes in the world, offers visitors the chance to witness dramatic eruptions up close. Port Vila, the capital, offers a relaxed blend of French and Melanesian culture along a scenic harbor. Vanuatu's surrounding waters offer excellent diving, including the famous SS President Coolidge wreck. Traditional land-diving ceremonies, believed to be the origin of bungee jumping, remain a powerful cultural practice on Pentecost Island. The islands' lush rainforests and waterfalls offer rewarding hikes away from the coast. Kastom villages throughout the archipelago preserve customs, dance, and traditional ceremonies largely unchanged for generations. Vanuatu invites travelers to discover a vibrant, volcanic corner of the South Pacific.
Helpful information to consider before and during your visit.
Discover some of Vanuatu's most popular flavors, traditional dishes and memorable local treats during your visit.
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