Top 10 Things to do Adventurous in Efate, Vanuatu

January 26, 2022 Karren Gelb

It was the site of three international versions of "Survivor," but time spent on Efate is anything but a struggle. Part of the island nation of Vanuatu, Efate is a tropical former territory of Britain and France, whose influences are still present in the island’s culture and cuisine. The capital city of Port Vila is a mosaic of restaurants, shops and museums, as well as the point of origin for many SCUBA, jet ski and parasailing excursions. Don’t miss the spectacular freshwater falls of Mele Cascades.
Restaurants in Efate

1. Big Blue Scuba Diving

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5.0 based on 486 reviews

Big Blue Scuba Diving

Big Blue Scuba teach more people to dive than anyone else in Vanuatu. We have local instructors and dive masters with great local knowledge. They love to share their dive sites with divers of all levels and experience, with multiple boats and dive sites we can cater to all.

2. Vanuatu Ecotours

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5.0 based on 988 reviews

Vanuatu Ecotours

VANUATU ECOTOURS offers real-life authentic Experiences. Walking, River Kayaking, Moutain Biking or Trekking in waterfalls, pick your off the beaten track adventure. We only cater small groups so you can better appreciate Vanuatu’s natural environment and diverse cultures. We love creating tailor-made small group experiences, adapted to all levels of fitness and age groups. We speak French, English and Bislama. As the acknowledged outer islands tourism expert and the preferred fixer for visiting TV and film crews, VANUATU ECOTOURS is also involved in the community and committed to sustainable tourism. We spread the benefits of tourism, by partnering with local communities and local tourism projects all around Vanuatu. Our responsibility is to help protect the environmental and cultural treasures of this amazing country. Respect for the environment and for the people of Vanuatu is at the heart of Vanuatu Ecotours.

3. Crusoe Fishing Adventures

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5.0 based on 39 reviews

Crusoe Fishing Adventures

Fish with Vanuatu's largest game fishing operator with 5 World Records & over 50 Vanuatu Records. We are Vanuatu's most successful tournament winning boats with three vessels in our fleet. We cater for all anglers & have the most experienced crews in Vanuatu. Target Blue Marlin, Black Marlin, Striped Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Yellow Tuna & Dogtooth Tuna. Located at the Waterfront Bar & Grill.

4. Air Taxi

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5.0 based on 558 reviews

Air Taxi

Mt Yasur, on the Southern Vanuatu island of Tanna, is the archipelago’s most iconic landmark. Words can’t adequately describe the thrill and awe of walking to the edge of an active volcano and watching it erupt. It is one of the most spectacular natural events you’re ever likely to witness, especially at night when the molten magma displays are truly awesome. AIR TAXI Vanuatu offers premium Day and Overnight Tours to Tanna.

5. Vanuatu Helicopters

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5.0 based on 339 reviews

Vanuatu Helicopters

Vanuatu is a spectacular location consisting of pristine tropical islands, active volcanoes, coral reefs and jungle wilderness. A helicopter is the key to unlocking all the amazing beauty within the islands. Whether flight seeing, a leisurely champagne luncheon on a secluded island, inspecting your property purchase, impressing someone with a dramatic entry to a restaurant, viewing an active volcano, flying down a jungle canyon, or being transferred to your resort Vanuatu Helicopters knows how to find the real Vanuatu. Modern helicopters and experienced pilots guarantee a safe and memorable journey to the tropical islands.

6. Vanuatu Jungle Zipline

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5.0 based on 967 reviews

Vanuatu Jungle Zipline

Vanuatu Jungle Zipline allows people to experience the fabulous rain forest, ocean views and canyon crossing by traversing on ZIPLINES at height. Its an exciting and challenging activity for the whole family ages 4 - 80+ years. There are two separate courses with 13 ZIPLINES covering a distance of 2.2Km. The RAIN FOREST TREE TOP CANOPY TOUR is our original course and has 6 ZIPLINES and TWO suspension bridges and is 1km long. Our ZIPTREK course has 7 ZIPLINES covering a distance of 1.3 Km. Participants wear full body harnesses and are attached to the cable with a continuous belay. Bookings are essential. We pick up from town at our ticket booth in PORT VILA on the sea front at NUMBAWAN cafe at either 10 am or 1.00 PM. Transfers are free of charge when doing the Zipline or if you are just watching $10. Or you may make your own way to the Zipline. We are located at MELE BAY, just past Island Magic Resort. Turn off down the dirt road - Devils Point road and follow the signs.

7. Tropic Thunder Jet

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5.0 based on 72 reviews

Tropic Thunder Jet

We won Best Adventure Activity 2017/18 Our 30 minute Jet boat experience is the most exhilarating water tour in the South Pacific! Thrilling 1000’s of people every year this is the most popular tour in Vanuatu. Full of surprising twists, turns and a lot of splashes. This is a Jet boat trip like no other! Recognized as one of Vanuatu’s best value products for a good reason, this is an adrenaline rush from the moment you leave town. Our state of the art custom built Jet boats are designed for one purpose; to excite and thrill you as you race around the Port Vila Harbour at speeds of 80km/hr. Sit back, hold on, and try to relax as our experienced boat drivers navigate the busy water ways over the coral reefs. With skill and speed you will negotiate the shallow reefs, when suddenly you are going sideways, backwards, sideways and back facing the way you were going, WOW, that’s a Hamilton spin! 360 degree spin, as the boat turns in its own length! #thewetterthebetter #bestshoretourportvila

8. Cascades Waterfalls

Mele Maat, Efate Vanuatu
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4.5 based on 115 reviews

Cascades Waterfalls

A series of pools lead up to a 50 meter drop.

Reviewed By TiffanyW808 - North Carolina, United States

Don't be fooled by the first cascade you come to because there are many more with a little effort of a short walk. You'll see various cascades along the way to the big waterfall. You can take time to swim in them if you wish. I am just saddened that the land (cascades) no longer belongs to the native inhabits.

9. Off Road Adventures

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4.5 based on 187 reviews

Off Road Adventures

If you are looking for a few fun filled hours (Mud included when it rains) and also get to see a more cultural side of Port Vila, Then Off Road Adventures has it all from a 2 hour fun run through the bush to beautiful white sandy beaches to swim in pristine waters. Take our 4 hour tours with some on raod and Off road driving to Naiwe beach and swim with the turtles (entry fees & lunch included),or out to visit a real Vanuatu village and on to the beach for Pizza and jet ski ride. Off Road Adventures is a Vanuatu Tourism muti-award winning Adventure Tour. OFF ROAD ADVENTURES feature a diverse range of guided Buggy tours in 2 seater, easy to drive Buggy’s. Buggy Blast offers a range of tours to everyone We are located only a short 10 min bus ride from town and are right next door to the Tropicana Hotel on Teoma Road

10. Nautilus Scuba

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4.5 based on 723 reviews

Nautilus Scuba

Nautilus Watersports is the best known dive operator in Port Vila and has established itself as one of the most professional scuba diving centres in the South Pacific with over 30 years in operation.Facilities include a large training pool, gear washing and storage areas, equipment hire and servicing facilities for all your scuba diving needs. We dive from a very comfortable purpose built dive boat "COWRIE" We go out of our way to make sure you have the best possible experience right from when we pick you up from your resort. Nautilus Watersports specialises in all facets of scuba diving from introductory dive tours through to a full PADI course (Open water, Advanced, Rescue and Divemaster). Each dive is different to the last with coral reef drop offs, amazing fish life, a huge cavern, night diving and wrecks. You can even dive a sunken flying boat!Why not join us and "Dive in Paradise"

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