Vanuatu Our Favourites Browse the Port Vila Markets for local produce Take a guided tour of the world s most accessible active volcano, Yasur Spend time at the Vanuatu Cultural Centre and Museum in Port Vila Visit the Epule Village and be entertained by traditional dancers Dive one of the many wreck dives If your idea of a South Pacific holiday mixes island relaxation with once-in-a-lifetime adventures, then Vanuatu is for you. Villagers open their communities with a welcome that s as warm as the tropical sun. Dine on traditional food, dance to the music of string bands and join villagers in kava drinking as the sun goes down. Master the art of relaxation at day spas or golf the island way on white sand and waterfront. A harbour city lifestyle of restaurants, watersports and market shopping greets you at Port Vila. Scuba diving, fishing or just strolling on the beach are all acceptable activities in the Vanuatu capital. If the mood strikes you, walk to the top of Klems Hill, stopping off for a dip in freshwater pools along the way. One of the more traditional areas, Tanna Island is a haven of adventure and intrigue. Peer into the fiery rim of Yasur volcano. And since you re on an island, you have to take advantage of the water. Swim in underwater caves, snorkel the coral reef or trek inland to incredible waterfalls. Just when you think you ve found the best beaches, more islands challenge your view. Espiritu Santo is a little-known paradise for world-class diving, while the island of Pentecost fascinates with its culture. See local tribesmen jump from bamboo towers with vines tied to their ankles between the months of April and June. It s just one of the experiences that makes Vanuatu so exciting. Travel Tips HOW TO GET THERE Direct flights operate to Port Vila from Sydney and Brisbane with Pacific Blue, from Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Auckland with Air Vanuatu and from Auckland with Air New Zealand. Connecting flights are available from all major Australian and New Zealand cities. Air Vanuatu operates flights to regional airports within Vanuatu including Tanna. CURRENCY Vatu (VT). Australian dollars and all major credit cards are accepted in many shops, restaurants and hotels in Port Vila. ATMs are available in Port Vila. TIPPING AND ETIQUETTE In accordance with Vanuatu custom, tipping and bargaining are not practised. LANGUAGE English, French and Bislama (Pidgin English) are the official languages. ELECTRICITY 240V 50Hz. Three pin plug. WEATHER GUIDE April/May to October is the dry season with warm days and cooler nights. November and December are warmer, while January to March is hot with heavier rainfall. Port Vila Temperature Average (Max. C) J F M A M J J A S O N D 31 31 30 29 28 27 26 26 27 28 30 30 Rainfall Average (mm) J F M A M J J A S O N D 270 293 323 215 168 161 92 86 90 104 135 191 HIU TEGUA LOH TOGA UREPARAPARA VANUA LAVA ESPIRITU SANTO MOTA LAVA MOTA SANTA MARIA AMBAE Mt Tabwemasana LUGANVILLE AORE MALO MALAKULA CORAL SEA NORSUP 0 120km VOT TANDE PAAMA MARINO MAEWO PENTECOST LONORORE AMBRYM ULVEAH EPI TONGOA EMAE NGUNA MOSO PORT VILA 1 EFATE TORRES ISLANDS BANKS ISLANDS ERROMANGO LENAKEL 2 PACIFIC OCEAN SHEPHERD ISLANDS IPOTA ANIWA TANNA FUTUNA ANEITYUM FIND YOUR ACCOMMODATION REF. PROPERTY PAGE 1 Coconut Palms Resort 38 1 Erakor Island Resort and Spa 40 1 Grand Hotel and Casino 39 1 Hideaway Island Resort 38 1 Holiday Inn Resort Vanuatu 38 1 Iririki Island Resorts & Spa 39 1 Moorings Hotel 38 1 Poppys on the Lagoon Resort 40 2 White Grass Ocean Resort, Tanna Island 40 Other properties available 1 Fatumaru Lodge - 2 Friendly Bungalows - 1 The Havannah - 1 Ramada Breakas Beach Vanuatu - N 37
Port Vila Coconut Palms Resort Conwell Street, Port Vila Restaurants (2) Bar Pool Internet access (wireless) From $83 1 APR 11 31 MAR 12 ADULTS 1 NT 4 NTS 7 NTS Clover 1 to 2 115 345 575 Hibiscus 1 to 2 130 390 650 Superior Orchid 1 to 2 160 480 800 Palm Deluxe 1 to 2 191 573 955 Set amongst tropical gardens, offering a range of accommodation and centrally located to touring activities and town centre. Town Centre 500m Airport 6km CLOVER/HIBISCUS FEATURES: Fan Shared facilities SUPERIOR ORCHID/PALM DELUXE FEATURES: Microwave Private facilities Cable TV Hair dryer Full breakfast daily. 0 to 2 years cot free of charge. 3 to 11 years 1 child free when sharing with an adult and Clover/Superior Orchid 3, Hibiscus 2, Palm Deluxe 4. CPRVLI FREE Night Offer: Stay 4 nights, pay for 3 for Stay 7 nights, pay for 5. (4 night price includes 1 free night, 7 night price includes 2 free nights) Hideaway Island Resort Surrounded by coral reefs and thousands of fish, this Melanesian style resort is the perfect base for dive adventures and more. Airport 5km Hideaway Island, Mele Bay Restaurant Bar Pool Dive shop Use of snorkelling equipment and non-motorised watersports Ocean views Patio Hammock (1 Brms) Mini fridge (1 Brms) Spa bath (2 Brms) Kitchen with microwave (2 Brms) Air-conditioning (2 Brms) Apartment serviced daily How To Get There from Port Vila Airport: By coach/launch to the resort. $21 per adult, $12 per child (0-15 years) return. From $120 1 APR 11 31 MAR 12 ADULTS 1 NT 4 NTS 5 NTS 1 Bedroom Standard Bungalow 1 to 2 210 840 1050 1 Bedroom Oceanside Bungalow 1 to 2 264 1056 1320 2 Bedroom Oceanside Villa 1 to 2 394 1576 1970 Light breakfast daily. 0 to 15 years free when sharing with an adult and not catered for in 2 Bedroom Oceanside Villa. 1 Bedrooms 5, 2 Bedroom 4. HIDVLI FREE Night Offer: Stay 7 nights, pay for 6, valid 1 Apr 31 Oct, 16 Dec 11 14 Jan 12. FREE Night Offer: Stay 7 nights, pay for 5, valid 1 Nov 15 Dec 11, 15 31 Jan, 15 31 Mar 12. FREE Night Offer: Stay 7 nights, pay for 4, valid 1 Feb 14 Mar 12. Moorings Hotel From $121 HARBOURSIDE QUEEN This boutique hotel is the perfect place to relax in tropical surroundings and enjoy all the attractions of Port Vila. Harbourside Airport 10km Lini Highway, Port Vila Restaurant Bar Room service (limited) Pool Internet facilities Guest lounge Guest laundry Parking Balcony or patio Cable TV Microwave (Family rooms) Internet access (wireless) Ironing facilities Hair dryer 1 APR 30 JUN, 1 OCT 20 DEC 11, ADULTS 1 NT 4 NTS 7 NTS 20 JAN 31 MAR 12^ Standard Queen 1 to 2 169 507 845 Family 1 to 2 219 657 1095 Harbourside Queen 1 to 2 240 720 1200 1 JUL 30 SEP, 21 DEC 11 19 JAN 12 ADULTS 1 NT 4 NTS 7 NTS Standard Queen 1 to 2 169 676 1183 Family 1 to 2 219 876 1533 Harbourside Queen 1 to 2 240 960 1680 Tropical breakfast daily. 0 to 11 years free when sharing with an adult and Standard Queen/Harbourside Queen 2, Family 4. MOOVLI ^ FREE Night Offer: Stay 4 nights, pay for 3 or Stay 7 nights, pay for 5. (4 night price includes 1 free night, 7 night price includes 2 free nights) Holiday Inn Resort Vanuatu From $170 On the Erakor Lagoon, rooms overlook gardens, blue lagoons and golf course. Play at the casino or relax in the day spa. Airport 4km Tassiriki Park, Port Vila Casino 24 hour reception The Namele Day Spa Kids club (3-12 years) operates year round (free) Restaurant Bar Room service (24 hour) Pools (2) Spa Tennis court Golf course Laundry service Internet access Hair dryer 1 APR 19 DEC 11, 17 JAN 31 MAR 12 ADULTS 1 NT 4 NTS 7 NTS Garden 1 to 2 226 677 1353 Resort View Room 1 to 2 255 764 1527 Lagoon View 1 to 2 283 849 1698 Resort View Suite 1 to 2 312 936 1872 20 DEC 11 16 JAN 12 ADULTS 1 NT 4 NTS 7 NTS Garden 1 to 2 306 918 1836 Resort View Room 1 to 2 335 1005 2010 Lagoon View 1 to 2 364 1090 2180 Resort View Suite 1 to 2 393 1178 2355 0 to 19 years free when sharing with an adult and 3 adults or 2 adults/2 children. HOLVLI FREE Night Offer: Stay 4 nights, pay for 3. (4 and 7 night prices include 1 free night) 38 ALL PRICES ARE IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS AND ARE, ROOM ONLY UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. *REFER TO PAGE 5 FOR A FURTHER EXPLANATION OF FROM PRICES.
Port Vila Grand Hotel and Casino Lini Highway, Port Vila The Grand Hotel and Casino is a prime waterfront hotel located in the heart of Port Vila and close to all the tropical delights Vanuatu has to offer. The resort s spacious rooms feature contemporary styled European furnishings with ocean views and private balcony. Relax with a cocktail at the Hemisphere, the hotel s exclusive rooftop bar, enjoy some alfresco dining at the Crystals Restaurant or try your luck at the hotel s casino which offers two floors of elegant gaming. Travel by ferry to utilise the facilities at Iririki Island Resort and Spa including, kayaking, beach volleyball, snorkelling, scuba diving, deep sea fishing and kava tasting. From $169 Casino Frangipani Day Spa (off-site) 24 hour reception Restaurant Bar Balcony Room service (24 hour) Gymnasium Pool Dry cleaning service Ocean views Air-conditioning Balcony Internet access (broadband) Waterfront Airport 6km 1 APR 11 31 MAR 12 ADULTS 1 NT 3 NTS 4 NTS Harbour View 1 to 2 253 757 1009 Panorama Suite 1 to 2 359 1076 1435 Harbour Suite 1 to 2 467 1399 1865 Penthouse 1 to 2 765 2293 3057 Light breakfast daily. Return coach transfers from Port Vila Airport (available if pre-booked). 0 to 11 years free when sharing with an adult and Harbour View/Panorama Suite 2, Harbour Suite/ Penthouse 4. GHCVLI FREE Night Offer: Stay 4 nights, pay for 3 or Stay 6 nights, pay for 4, valid 1 Apr 23 Dec 11, 16 Jan 31 Mar 12. Iririki Island Resort and Spa Vanuatu From $228 Iririki Island, via Port Vila Iririki Island Resort and Spa is a tranquil island haven located 15 minutes from the airport and only a five minute ferry ride from Port Vila. Set across 69 acres of lush tropical gardens with over 130 guest rooms with two styles of accommodation. Choose from the tropical island fares or the family friendly deluxe rooms and penthouse suites. Each deluxe room and penthouses are beautifully designed with a spa bath on the balcony and magnificent views. Experience the restaurants, cafés and lounges at the resort, which capture the essence of Vanuatu with a range of tantalising cuisine and cocktails. For the kids, there is a purpose built family area with four level cascading pool, games room, tennis courts, playground and dedicated kid s program during school holidays. Day spa 24 hour reception Bars (2) Room service (24 hour) Restaurants (4) Pools (2) Gymnasium Tennis court Use of non motorised watersports Ocean views (except Island Fare) Air-conditioning Balcony Bath In-room movies (pay to view) Kitchen with dishwasher and microwave (except fares) Airport 12km How To Get There from Port Vila: 5 minutes by courtesy 24 hour ferry from Port Vila to the resort. 1 APR 11 31 MAR 12 ADULTS 1 NT 3 NTS 5 NTS Island Fare 1 to 2 319 955 1591 Waterfront Fare 1 to 2 465 1394 2323 Deluxe Poolview 1 to 2 465 1394 2323 Deluxe Oceanview 1 to 2 505 1514 2522 Penthouse Suite 1 to 2 731 2192 3653 Full buffet breakfast daily. Return coach and ferry transfers from Port Vila Airport. 0 to 11 years free when sharing with an adult and not catered for in Island Fare and Waterfront Fare rooms. Island Fare 3, Waterfront Fare 2, Deluxe Poolview/Oceanview/Penthouse Suite 3 adults/ 1 child. IRIVLI FREE Night Offer: Stay 4 nights, pay for 3 or Stay 7 nights, pay for 5, valid 1 Apr 23 Dec 11, 16 Jan 31 Mar 12. ALL PRICES ARE IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS AND ARE, ROOM ONLY UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. *REFER TO PAGE 5 FOR A FURTHER EXPLANATION OF FROM PRICES. 39
Port Vila and Tanna Island Erakor Island Resort and Spa From $255 Erakor Island, via Port Vila Erakor Island Resort and Spa is a private 16 acre island located in Erakor Lagoon, only a short ferry ride from the mainland and Port Vila. Enjoy the beauty of staying on a quiet tropical island in a relaxed and secluded atmosphere. The resort features unique waterfront bungalows set amongst tropical palm trees offering spectacular views and the sounds of water lapping at your shore. Escape from reality to total relaxation and simply enjoy the natural surroundings from your private balcony. Day spa Restaurant Bar Use of snorkelling equipment and non-motorised watersports Ocean views Fan Patio Spa bath (Waterfront Spa Villas) Ironing facilities Hair dryer Airport 10km How To Get There from Port Vila: 3 minutes by courtesy 24 hour ferry from Port Vila to the resort. 1 8 APR, 26 APR 30 JUN, ADULTS 1 NT 5 NTS 7 NTS 19 JUL 23 SEP, 8 OCT 16 DEC 11, 21 JAN 31 MAR 12 Waterfront Villa 1 to 2 295 1375 1785 Waterfront Loft Villa 1 to 2 325 1500 1960 Waterfront Spa Villa 1 to 2 325 1500 1960 9 25 APR, 1 18 JUL, 24 SEP 7 OCT, ADULTS 1 NT 5 NTS 7 NTS 17 DEC 11 20 JAN 12 Waterfront Villa 1 to 2 295 1475 2065 Waterfront Loft Villa 1 to 2 325 1625 2275 Waterfront Spa Villa 1 to 2 325 1625 2275 Tropical breakfast daily. Return ferry transfers from Port Vila. 0 to 1 years cot free of charge. 2 to 15 years up to 2 children free when sharing with 2 adults and Waterfront Villa/Waterfront Spa Villa 3, Waterfront Loft Villa 5. ERAVLI Poppys on the Lagoon Resort From $154 GARDEN VIEW Set on the shores of Erakor Lagoon providing a range of superior self-contained accommodation options. Airport 5km Erakor Lagoon, Port Vila Café Bar Massage facilities Pools (3) Kayaks s playground Balcony Fan Kitchen Cable TV Internet access (wireless) 1 APR 11 31 MAR 12 ADULTS 1 NT 5 NTS 6 NTS Lagoon View Studio^ 1 to 2 215 1075 1290 Garden View Studio 1 to 2 250 1250 1500 Spa Bungalow 1 to 2 331 1655 1986 2 Bedroom Lagoon Suite 1 to 4 344 1720 2064 3 Bedroom Lagoon View Villa 1 to 6 481 2405 2886 0 to 11 years free when sharing with an adult and not catered for in Garden View and Spa Bungalows. Lagoon View/Garden View/ Spa 2, 2 Brm Suite 4, 3 Brm Villa 6. POPVLI ^ FREE Night Offer: Stay 7 nights, pay for 6, valid 1 Apr 22 Dec 11, 11 Jan 31 Mar 12 FREE Night Offer: Stay 7 nights, pay for 6, valid 17 Apr 25 Jun, 9 Oct 19 Dec 11. FREE Night Offer: Stay 7 nights, pay for 5, valid 17 Jan 31 Mar 12. White Grass Ocean Resort, Tanna Island From $248 Set in six acres of tropical gardens, this resort boasts uninterrupted views of the Pacific Ocean and sensational sunsets. Airport 2km Map page 37 Ref. 2 White Sand Road, Lenakel, Tanna Island Restaurant Bar Pool Volleyball Mountain bikes Power snorkel Use of snorkelling equipment Kayaks Pitch n putt golf Tennis court Guest lounge Laundry service Ocean views Fan Patio Hair dryer How To Get There from Port Vila Airport: By air to Tanna Island and courtesy vehicle to the resort. 1 APR 11 31 MAR 12 ADULTS 1 NT 3 NTS 5 NTS Ocean View Bure 1 to 2 310 929 1238 Welcome drink on arrival. Hot and cold breakfast daily. Return transfers from Tanna Airport (available if pre-booked). Guided snorkelling tour to Turtle Reef. Late check-out (subject to availability). 0 to 3 years free when sharing with an adult and Cot free of charge. 4 to 11 years $58 per child per night. 3 adults or 2 adults/2 children. WGOTAH FREE Night Offer: Stay 5 nights, pay for 4. (5 night price includes 1 free night) 40 ALL PRICES ARE IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS AND ARE, ROOM ONLY UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. *REFER TO PAGE 5 FOR A FURTHER EXPLANATION OF FROM PRICES. 40
Vanuatu Tours Port Vila Airport Transfers Vila and Environs Sightseeing Village Adventure Island Tour Ensure a great start to your holiday in paradise with a door-to-door transfer service operated by Adventures in Paradise. Be welcomed to Port Vila with a meet and greet service and door-to-door transfers by a comfortable air-conditioned coach or private car. Passengers are greeted by friendly staff in the Arrivals Hall at Port Vila Airport and are transferred to most accommodation properties in Port Vila. The modern fleet of vehicles and professional, experienced drivers ensure a comfortable and safe transfer. Enjoy an ideal introduction to Port Vila with a two hour tour and view points of interest while travelling in the comfort of a modern air-conditioned coach. Glimpse the scenic waterfront before discovering the town area of Port Vila. Travel past the new Parliament House built by the Chinese Government, the local markets and main shopping area and compare the distinctive older buildings in town with the more modern. Pass by historic sites including the old British and French jails and hospitals and visit the popular Vila Handprints to purchase t-shirts at factory prices. Experience a full day tour around the island of Efate and be captivated by the beautiful coastline and local villages. Enjoy the breathtaking views of Mele Bay, Hideaway Island and Port Vila town from Klems Hill Lookout, and take time out for a refreshing swim in the crystal clear waters of the surrounding ocean. Enjoy a leisurely lunch at a local restaurant before immersing yourself in Melanesian culture with a visit to Epule Village. Be greeted by traditional custom dancing and a traditional outrigger canoe ride and take time out to explore the village and discover local customs before glimpsing more small villages and superb beaches. Price from Port Vila Airport. PRICE PER PERSON: ONE WAY RETURN COACH Adult $21 $37 Child 5-12 years $11 $19 Tour of the Port Vila town area Full commentary Drive past Parliament House, British and French jails and hospitals Visit to Vila Handprints Return transfers from selected Port Vila accommodation Departs: Mon to Fri from Port Vila at 9am Returns: 11am Adult $30 Child 2-12 years $15 Klems Hill Lookout Epule Village Outrigger canoe ride Traditional custom dancing Lunch Full commentary Return transfers from selected Port Vila accommodation Departs: Daily from Port Vila at 9am Returns: 5pm Adult $110 Child 2-12 years $55 PRICE PER VEHICLE: ONE WAY RETURN PRIVATE CAR 4 seater $103 $206 6 seater $135 $270 8 seater $159 $318 Sunset Cruise Mele Cascade Buggy Fun Join the crew on board the Caraid for an evening of 2 hours of calm sailing on the still waters of Mele Bay. The large deck area has seating for up to 50 people, so you can experience the sun setting whilst enjoying a drink or two in comfort. Enjoy local beer and wine, gourmet cheese platters and canapés. A great way to end the day, relax and have fun. 2 hour cruise on Mele Bay Beverages (local beer and wine) Cheese platters Canapés Departs: Tue to Sun from Port Vila at 4:45pm (Apr, Oct Mar), 4:15pm (May Sep) Duration: 2 hours Spend the morning or afternoon on this half day tour witnessing the beautiful cascade waterfalls at Mele Village. Take a swim in the pools as you hike your way up to the falls. On arrival experience the breathtaking views from the lookout and another refreshing swim. Back at the base of the waterfalls enjoy some fruit refreshments before your journey home. Light refreshments Guided walk Return transfers from selected Port Vila accommodation Departs: Daily from Port Vila at 9am, 2pm Returns: 11:30am, 4:30pm Experience a unique and fun South Pacific adventure on buggies and quad bikes. The Jungle Safari tour includes travelling 40 kilometres of Efate bush tracks and roads, stopping at a small village for local refreshments. The Jungle to Beach tour stops via a black sand beach, before lunch at Tara Beach. Enjoy a swim and feed the fish, before your journey home. Local guides Barbecue lunch (Jungle to Beach option) Return transfers from selected Port Vila accommodation Departs: Jungle Safari: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri at 1:30pm, Sat at 8:30am Jungle to Beach: Mon, Wed, Fri at 8:30am Duration: Jungle Safari: 2 hours 30 minutes Jungle to Beach: 4 hours Adult $69 Not suitable for children under 12 years. Adult $50 Child 2-12 years $25 JUNGLE SAFARI JUNGLE TO BEACH Adult $100 $135 Child 6-12 years: $100 $135 Not suitable for children 0 to 5 years. 6 years and over must be accompanied by a licensed driver. Full drivers licence is required. ALL PRICES ARE IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS. 41