The island nation of Vanuatu, in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, is located about 310 miles west of Fiji and 1,090 miles east of Australia. An archipelago made up of 83 islands, Vanuatu is easily accessible by direct flights from Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, and Fiji.

Vanuatu is one of the world’s most pristine and untouched island paradises. Renowned for its exceptional diving and snorkelling, and its traditional and vibrant culture, Vanuatu is a dream destination for adventurous travellers.

For those seeking the truly extraordinary, Vanuatu is home to seven spectacular natural wonders - each one just waiting to be discovered.


Mount Yasur, Tanna Island 
Mount Yasur is an active volcano and one of the most accessible in the World. 360 metres above sea level, it is believed that Mount Yasur has been erupting for 800 years with regular Strombolian explosions showcasing the sheer power and majesty of Mother Nature. Visitors can be captivated during hikes across the volcanic ash plains to the 400-metre crater. With a guide and by following safety standards, this journey allows guests to witness glowing lava and bright orange fireworks of molten rock, hear Mount Yasur’s deafening roar, and feel the slight tremors in the ground as the volcano shakes with life. With a furious yet mesmerising backdrop, the best time to hike Mount Yasur is at sunset or at night to see the landscape at its most dramatic. 

Blue Cave, Tanna Island 
To see nature at its most calm and serene, the Blue Cave encapsulates the way water and light dance together to create an unrivalled atmosphere of beauty and magic. The Blue Cave is a large cave with a circular opening in the roof allowing the sun to shine through, making the blue water glow and refracting to make rainbow patterns dance across the stone walls like an ethereal fairytale. For the adventurous, the Blue Cave can be accessed at high tide via boat before diving beneath the entrance for a short underwater swim to reach the lagoon. For those more nervous in the water, the cave can be easily accessed at low tide without the need for underwater swimming. Guests can climb ladders to the top of the cave to see the hole from above and panoramic ocean vistas, relax in a hammock, or chat with the local family who owns the cave. Why not make the experience all the more enriching by jumping off daring cave platforms or spending the night at the clifftop bungalow at the ridge of the cave? 


Natural Beach, Nationwide 
Across the island nation are several natural beaches, idyllic for a spot of relaxation or for those enviable holiday snaps. Some sensational white-sand beaches, lapped by turquoise waves, are the beaches on the volcanic island of Pele, the deserted and coconut-lined Port Olry beach near a local Francophone village in Espiritu Santo, and the beautiful White Beach on Tanna Island. One not-to-be-missed is the world-renowned Champagne Beach on the island of Espiritu Santo. Voted as one of the Best Beaches in the World in 2023, Champagne Beach is known for the unusual phenomenon where volcanic activity beneath the water causes champagne-like bubbles to break through the sand and rise to the surface. Perhaps a fitting spot to toast with a bottle of champagne? 

Nagol Festival, Pentecost Island 
Vanuatu was first inhabited by the Melanesian people, believed to have reached the island around 550 BC. Consequently, Vanuatu has one of the richest histories and cultures in the Pacific Islands, with tradition still being at the core of society today. One such event is the breath-catching-in-your-throat Nagol Festival that takes place annually in Ratap Kastom Village on South Pentecost. This time-honoured ritual originated as a rite of passage for young men to prove their manhood by leaping from a 20 – 30 metre tower with two tree vines wrapped around their ankles in an early example of bungee jumping. Taking place every Saturday from April to June, this adrenaline-fueled event occurs from a tower that takes locals five weeks to build using vines and wooden stilts from the forest. Visitors are invited to watch and learn more about the history with facts, including the belief that the higher the jumpers dive, the higher and plentiful the crops grow. 


Blue Holes, Espiritu Santo and Efate Islands 
Swimming across a blue hole is often synonymous with holidays; however, Vanuatu’s blue holes are each distinct from each other. The Blue Lagoon in Efate Island is a hotspot for locals; with a lively atmosphere, it would be normal to see skilled acrobats leaping into the water from ropes. Matevulu Blue Hole is the largest of Espiritu Santo’s blue holes and can be accessed via a picturesque paddle up the river before reaching the blue hole with its giant rope swing attached to a large banyan tree. Ri Ri is the prettiest blue hole/crystal river on Espiritu Santo and is nothing short of magical. At Ri Ri Blue Hole, guests can choose to travel with locals via outrigger canoe. Nanda Blue Hole is ideal for experienced kayakers seeking adventure, as it takes more than two hours to paddle up the river, but is akin to exploring the Amazon without the caimans. There are also several other hidden blue holes, perfect for exploration. 

SS President Coolidge and Million Dollar Point, Espiritu Santo 
Vanuatu was named ‘One of the Best Places in the World to Explore Underwater’ by AFAR in 2025, and there is no better dive spot than Million Dollar Point. Before Vanuatu achieved independence in 1980, the nation was home to a US Army Base. After WWII ended, the US Army sank millions of dollars’ worth of equipment and vehicles to depths of up to 50 metres that marine life has made their own. To explore the hidden alcoves, cavernous cargo holds, and seemingly endless corridors, divers will need 10 to 15 dives. Other dives include the world’s largest, most accessible wreck in the world, SS President Coolidge - a 33,000 tonne luxury liner that sank during WWII after hitting a friendly mine and the USS Tucker that struck a mine in 1942, plunging to the depths of 17 - 21 metres. Besides seeing history being frozen in time and reclaimed by nature, guests can also see healthy and colourful coral reefs, resident turtles, barracudas, pelagic fish, and more! 

Havannah Private Villa Experience, Efate Island 
With Vanuatu’s environment providing unforgettable and one-of-a-kind experiences, it is only fitting that guests should match the transcendent experience with the right accommodation - Havannah Boat House perfectly encapsulates the beauty of the nation while providing luxury at its finest. Having recently re-opened following a renovation, Havannah Boat House is constructed from salvaged timbers, interweaving Vanuatu’s history into the very structure of the property. Sleeping eight guests, this private villa has a waterfront location with a private jetty, a BBQ kitchen, interiors designed using handmade, local materials, and boasts a cream, green, and natural colour palette. Truly a slice of paradise where the sky meets the ocean. 

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