Vanuatu Expedition

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Booking Type Instant booking
duration 8 days
tour type Small group
age requirement 15-99 yrs
max group size 12
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-33815
Footprint Carbonneutral CO₂ emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
Operated in English

Starts Port Vila, Vanuata
Ends Port Vila, Vanuata

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Meet with the traditional communities of Tanna and learn how these Indigenous villages have incorporated WWII iconography into their religious rituals.
Hike to the rim of Mt Yasur, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, and in the evening, watch the smoke and lava billowing create a natural fireworks display (from a safe distance, of course).
Snorkel in the clear waters around Pele and see the remarkable coral reef that's protected as part of a marine reserve.
Go beyond the walled-off resorts and discover the beauty and cultures of Vanuatu. Hike, paddle, swim and snorkel in some of the most beautiful places in the tropics.
Walk through the towering rainforest to find a banyan tree that is said to be the largest in the world, with hundreds of prop roots that support it.

The "Vanuatu Expedition" trip starts from and ends in Port Vila. It is an explorer trip that takes 8 days taking you through Tanna, Nguna and Port Vila in Vanuata. "Vanuatu Expedition" is a guided small group trip that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

On this eight-day expedition, encounter raw beauty and culture on the tiny islands of Vanuatu. Leave the resorts of Port Vila behind and fly to rainforest-rich islands where you can meet locals, immerse yourself in nature and enjoy true adventure travel. Meet communities where kastom – traditional culture and law – still rules, including the legendary John Frum villages. Snorkel among the gorgeous coral reef that's protected by law. Trek through towering greenery and learn about how it is to live among active volcanoes and tropical wilderness. Embrace a side of Vanuatu that few tourists seek, but one that those who do will never forget.

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Day 1: Port Vila
Day 2: Port Vila – Rentapao River
Day 3: Tanna
Day 4: Tanna – Mt Yasur
Day 5: Tanna – Port Vila
Day 6: Pele & Nguna Islands
Day 7: Pele & Nguna Island – Port Vila
Day 8: Port Vila

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

Hotel (4 nights), Bungalows (3 nights)

Meals

7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 3 Dinners

Transport

Private vehicle , Boat , Plane

Guide

An expert tour leader

Included Activities

Efate - River Kayaking
Efate - Rarru Cascades
Tanna - Rainforest hike
Tanna - World's largest banyan tree
Tanna - Kava Bar visit
Tanna - Village & community visits
Tanna - Mt Yasur volcano crater hike
Tanna - Sulphur Bay Hot Springs
Tanna - Port Resolution village visit
Tanna - Village & community visits
Pele - Snorkelling
Efate - Coffee roaster visit
Efate - Run & gin distillery visit
Nguna - Village walk

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Any international flights to/from Port Vila are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
Travel insurance is not included in this Vanuatu Expedition tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Vanuatu Expedition tour. You can cancel the tour up to 58 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 57 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 15 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 15 June 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 57 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Vanuatu Expedition tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Vanuatu Expedition tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

Is this trip right for you

Your accommodation on Tanna and Pele is in traditional bamboo bungalows. These have standard beds with mosquito nets and bathroom facilities, but showers are cold water only and in places there is no running water. Electricity intermittent or solar only. Your meals on these islands will be home-cooked with love by the village mamas using fresh, organic produce from the gardens and the sea.
Part of travelling with Intrepid is respecting local cultures and sensibilities. That way you get the most out of your interactions with local people and environments. In Vanuatu, female travellers can be respectful by wearing clothing that covers from shoulder to knee when outside the hotel pool area. An old t-shirt and a pair of board shorts are a good alternative to bikinis for island snorkelling adventures!

COVID VACCINATION POLICY

Proof of vaccination against COVID-19 is no longer mandatory on departures after 1st January 2023. Nonetheless, all travellers are strongly advised to be vaccinated as a safety measure to protect themselves and others on the tour. This policy excludes all Polar trips and select adventure cruises, where testing and vaccination are required.

Also, proof of vaccination may still be required at specific entry points or by the airlines. Therefore, please make sure to check all the travel requirements carefully before travelling.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene global standardised protocols have been adopted.
Hygiene and safety guidelines will be followed to ensure your well being is looked after during travels.

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