Vanuatu Travel Guide

At Flight Centre we have a great range of Vanuatu holidays to suit all tastes and budgets. There are 83 islands in this tropical archipelago awaiting discovery; each island proudly offering a relaxing break or an activity filled, life-affirming experience.

Currency: Vanuatu Vatu
Languages: Bislama/English/French
Airport: Bauerfield International Airport
Population: 243,500
Time Zone: UTC +11

Where to Stay

Focusing on indulgence and relaxation, Vanuatu’s accommodation options focus on luxury resorts, spa retreats and boutique villas. Many options are situated on absolute beach front offering stunning vistas. Browse through our range of Vanuatu accommodation deals.

Transport

Air Vanuatu operates domestic flights between the islands and there are also several companies offering boat services through the archipelago. In Port Vila there are mini-vans and taxis for transportation around the capital.

Flights

Flights from Australia to Vanuatu’s international airport located just north of Port Vila in Bauerfield, take between three and four hours and may include a stopover in Nadi depending on the airline. Airlines that fly from Australia to Vanuatu include Air Vanuatu and Virgin Australia. View the latest cheap flights to Vanuatu.

Climate

Vanuatu is a year round holiday destination with temperatures ranging between 23 and 28 degrees. However from November to March the country experiences a wet season with high humidity and rainfall. The main tourist season lasts during the dry season from April to October.

Food

Vanuatu has several traditional dishes that demand a taste. A lap-lap is a vegetable cake made of cassava, sweet potato, taro or yam placed into a banana leaf and often served with a chicken wing. A tuluk is similar but features meat instead of the vegetable option. The region is renowned for its quality steaks best enjoyed with fresh market produce.

Insider Tips

As a South Pacific island destination, snorkelling and diving are common activities through the impressive maritime wonderland easily explored from the islands. For a unique nautical experience, consider checking out the world’s only underwater post office located three meters below the surface in Hideaway Island’s marine sanctuary. Enthusiasts can post special waterproof postcards that are embossed instead of stamped. Back on dry land, the Port Vila Markets offer the opportunity of sampling fresh goods or purchasing local handicrafts. The country also boasts several active volcanoes on land and underwater. Consider visiting the Mt Yasur Volcano, one of the world’s most active and accessible volcanoes.