Top Port Vila Shore Excursions

Experience Vanuatu’s natural wonders and cultural heritage while in port in Port Vila on this full-day shore excursion. Learn about Pacific Island life with a visit to the Balihai Custom Village, spot sea turtles at Naiwe Beach, and dive in to swim in the Blue Lagoon.

Swim with sea turtles in Vanuatu on a full-day trip to the Eton Blue Lagoon, Crystal Blue Lagoon, and Rarru Cascades that includes a morning tea and barbecue lunch. Choosing a tour that’s fully focused on spectacular nature and wildlife ensures time to cover a range of settings, for a scenic introduction to Vanuatu’s beaches and jungle in just one day of exploring.

We offer our guests an exciting day visiting beautiful locations around Port Vila. You will learn the history of our little paradise and experience the beauty of Vanuatu. Our friendly and professional guides will ensure you have a memorable day with Vila Hope Tours.

Float the Rentapao River on a kayaking trip from Port Vila that goes deep into the tropical rainforest, passing local villages and mangrove thickets along the way. An easy-going current and the choice between 1- and 2-person kayaks makes this a great option for families with children, who can paddle with help from an adult, and you’ll have the chance to swoop into a freshwater swimming hole using a ‘Tarzan’-style swing.

See two of Vanuatu's most beautiful spots on Efate island during this half-day combo tour. The day begins with a leisurely swim in the crystalline waters of Eton Blue Lagoon. Next, you'll head to the Rarru Cascades in Port Vila. Enjoy postcard-perfect views of the majestic waterfall and discover an emerald green swimming pool hidden in the middle of the canopies. A duty-free shopping excursion rounds out the tour.

Hire the vehicle for the day and you get to choose where you would like to go on your visit to Port Vila Vanuatu, you design your own experience with the assistance of our local knowledgeable guide, (entrance fees are not included) Simply tell us where you want to go and we will help you organise and plan your day we will advise on the local entry fees to the stops you choose are.

Explore the island of Efate on a small-group sightseeing tour. Visit landmarks such as the Blue Lagoon, Eton Village, Rarru Cascades, Turtle Bay and sanctuary, and much more. Learn about the history of Vanuatu from your guide and admire the beautiful natural landscapes as you drive around. This tour is also inclusive of a fresh lunch at Turtle Bay and round-trip transfers from your hotel or cruise ship.

Swim in the beautiful turquoise-colored water of Mele Bay during this full-day combo tour. Depart from your hotel or cruise ship and snorkel around the waters of Hideaway Island. Then head to the turtle sanctuary to get up close to sea turtles. Enjoy a freshly prepared barbecue lunch and admire the pristine waters of Eton Lagoon before doing a bit of shopping to end the tour.

Experience Port Vila with Vila Hope Tours for a magical day in Port Vila Vanuatu. Learn about our culture and visit beautiful locations including the must see natural wonders the Blue Lagoon, Naiwe Beach turtle sanctuary and Hideaway Island. We will visit the local village or school by request then finish off the day with some duty free shopping. Our professional and friendly staff will make the day one to remember while experiencing the real Vanuatu.

The serene snorkelling tour lasts between 1 to 1.5 hours and begins right at the front of Back To Eden. The guide will lead you to the most beautiful sea anemone known as Nemo City, the home of dozens of beautiful clown fish. You will also be lead to a sea bed containing the most iridescent giant clams, as well as stunning coral and schools of tropical fish, if your lucky spot a turtle or two (sometimes there have been up-to 5 turtles on these tours!) All of this begins right at the front of Back to Eden Restaurant, with all snorkel gear provided for the tour.

This includes a Private van and local knowledgeable driver for the day. Move at your own pace and create your own Itinerary, use the local guides knowledge to ensure to visit the most Iconic must see attractions and beat the crowds in Vanuatu.

Explore Vanuatu coffee, local culture, nature, snorkeling, and shopping on a full-day, small-group Vanuatu tour that includes snorkeling to Hideaway Resort’s underwater mailbox. Sampling a little bit of everything makes this a great orientation for first-time visitors or travelers with limited time, and the tour is tailored to ship arrivals to ensure less time waiting, and more time sightseeing.

Discover the culture and natural beauty of Efate Island during this small-group tour. Receive complimentary pickup and drop-off from your hotel or cruise ship and embark on an adventure around the island. Visit a cultural village to learn about local customs, swim in the beautiful Blue Lagoon, kayak in the waters of Rarru Cascades, and much more over the course of the day.

Discover the UNESCO-listed archeological sites of Chief Roi Mata’s Domain on this full-day tour from Efate Island. Set sail from Port Vila to visit the mass burial site on Artok (Hat) Island, enjoy a guided tour of Fels Cave on Lelepa Island, and explore Vanuatu’s deserted beaches and ancient rainforest.

Blue lagoon Vanuatu is the most tourist icon in Vanuatu. It is easy to access with a moderate physicality and age group can visit this place. A must-do visit while in Vanuatu. The turquoise color lagoon is clear and warm. While low tide the lagoon is fresh spring water and high tide it's a bit salty. Every traveler in Vanuatu loves the Blue Lagoon. You will be amazed by the color and temperature of the water. An extra add-on tour to Hand-feed sea turtles and a mini zoo of local bats, birds, crabs, snakes or a quick snorkel or just laze around the beach or fare while you indulge yourself to a sumptuous BBQ lunch.

Set out on foot to explore Vanuatu’s jungle trails, villages, beaches, and plantations on a hiking tour that can be as relaxed—or challenging—as you want. A wide range of available trails that go from gentle waterfall hikes to more difficult jungle tracks means the day will be tailored to your group, going beyond the island’s tourist sites for a glimpse of lush nature and rural communities.

Experience the best of Vanuatu with our knowledgeable local guides. Enjoy a trip to the Blue Lagoon on Efate a beautiful crystal clear swimming hole surround be lush rain-forest. Visit the Aelan chocolate factory which is a part of the Activ association whose work has deeply impacted the smaller communities in and around Vanuatu. Since 2008, ACTIV has been working with disadvantaged communities in Vanuatu, especially those in rural areas, to identify economic opportunities and support their livelihoods. We work with producers to help improve product quality and we encourage the involvement of women in production. Environmental sustainability underpins our work across these areas. Local Vanuatu at its best.

With just one day in port in Port Vila, this full-day shore excursion ensures you take in all the highlights of Efate Island. Learn about Pacific Island life with a tour of the Pepeyo Cultural Village, then dive in to swim in the Blue Lagoon, visit Survivor Beach, and enjoy a traditional Kava tasting.

Thinking of doing a sightseeing tour when in Port Vila? We've got you covered with our tour package#2. Visit our organic Tanna coffee factory, get a glimpse of Vanuatu history and magic shows at the Secret Gardern, visit our national Meseum, stop at some of the lookouts to capture some amazing photos, drive through local residence, duty free shopping, local fruits market and handicraft market then drop-off back to the ship/Hotel

As we have been in the transportation and tour industry for over three years, we know the places better. As this is a flexible day transport service, the pick up locations and drop offs are from anywhere in and around Port Vila. The places you want to visit and duration is entirely up to you, our valuable guest. We provide the transport, a 15 seat van with the driver and you take control and directions throughout the day. The driver is also your guide throughout the day. We can provide esky cooler for your drinks and baby capsules for your babies comfort. You pay additional entree to tourist sites, if there is charge. The services is best for group travels and big family tours.

The tour goes for the whole day covering a total time of 6 hours. Both exhilarating and beautiful, this tour takes you through our gardens, into the riparian rainforest down to the bridges landing. From there you start the bridges circuit, crossing a series of suspended bridges, finishing with a mini ziip. Built and maintained to world class safety standards.

The Tropical Trio allows you to have the bus for 4 hours and choose the 3 stops you wish to visit. You choose 3 stops and pay the entrance fees to the stops you choose. A choice of stops that include swimming, culture, wildlife, beaches, snorkeling, etc. This tour is only suitable for guests staying at hotels in Port Vila (non cruise ship passengers). Stops to choose from (choose any 3): Chocolate Factory Pepeyo Custom Village Rarru Waterfalls Turtle Bay Blue Lagoon Hideaway Island Tanna Coffee Factory Secret Gardens Mele Cascades Vanuatu Craft Vanuatu Cultural Centre (Museum)

The genuine location of the island with it's friendly people will make your trip an unforgettable experience. Get away from the crowd and be on the island time where nobody is in a rush. See how simple life can be yet a very educational and wonderful experience.

Take an adventurous ride through cattle plantations and into mud tracks to get some mud shower for 45 minutes. You will be driven to to the Blue lagoon to wash off the mud and do some rope jumping into the clear blue water before stopping at the turtle sanctuary for a BBQ lunch. An adventurous moment not to be missed when in Port Vila