Location: Port Vila
Top Things to do in Port Vila
Top 6 Historical & Heritage Tours in Port Vila, Efate
In this nation of tiny islands and indigenous villages, Port Vila is the exception: a bustling port town with hotels, restaurants and markets to delight visitors and cruise ship passengers. The 150-foot-high Mele Cascades waterfall is the ideal place to refresh yourself in the South Pacific heat. For a glimpse of real Vanuatu culture and traditions, travelers say a trip to Ekasup Village is a must.
Restaurants in Port Vila
1. Bush and Beach Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
This tour has it all. On road, off road, unsealed roads and beach driving taking you through a village to meet the locals, where you will experience the true way of life in a Ni - Vanuatu Village walk through a village garden and the try some of the local fare OH!! and dont for get the face painting with the village children.
Inclusions: Lunch
Exclusions: Drinks (available to purchase)
Reviewed By jasminej924
Absolutely loved our afternoon at off road adventures Everyone was very friendly on arrival and calmed any nerves we may have had. The buggy we drove felt nice and safe and in our small group of about three/four couples we had two tour guides who were both very friendly. We enjoyed the first half of our ride and did get pretty dirty from some excellent puddles! At the halfway point we stopped for some refreshments which were delightful. From there the terrain got a bit more challenging (make sure you bring glasses!) at times the buggy was a touch hard to control but all part of the fun we guess, we didn’t have any mishaps. There were a couple of times in the tour where we just did quick figure 8s around trees; this was probably the least favourite part for me and my partner but it’s pretty brief. We stopped at a lovely beach which was great When we got back to the office staff again were lovely and offered towels and water. We were also provided straight forward transport to and from our hotel Would definitely recommend really fun and well run.
2. Nawie Beach Blue Water Turtle Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
A once in a lifetime hands on experience swimming with giant turtles,This fully guided buggie tour to Nawie Beach Turtle sanctuary starts by doing some on road driving giving you time to get used to driving the buggy Then off onto a dirt access road and into the scrub for some bush bashing a stop at the beach,Then off to the Nawie beach Turtle sanctuary and hatchery. Nawie Beach is home to the turtle hatchery, giant coconut crab and many other local tropical species, AND OH !! by the way there is now a new addition to Turtle cove YES a SHARK !!! Have your photo taken while swimming with the Turtle's or with a baby turtle. Indulge in a swim and great snorkeling at the pristine white sandy Nawie beach and be surrounded by tropical fish, while our friendly restaurant chef cooks you a mouth-watering Vanuatu style beach BBQ lunch!
Inclusions: Lunch
Exclusions: Drinks (available to purchase)
Reviewed By jasminej924
Absolutely loved our afternoon at off road adventures Everyone was very friendly on arrival and calmed any nerves we may have had. The buggy we drove felt nice and safe and in our small group of about three/four couples we had two tour guides who were both very friendly. We enjoyed the first half of our ride and did get pretty dirty from some excellent puddles! At the halfway point we stopped for some refreshments which were delightful. From there the terrain got a bit more challenging (make sure you bring glasses!) at times the buggy was a touch hard to control but all part of the fun we guess, we didn’t have any mishaps. There were a couple of times in the tour where we just did quick figure 8s around trees; this was probably the least favourite part for me and my partner but it’s pretty brief. We stopped at a lovely beach which was great When we got back to the office staff again were lovely and offered towels and water. We were also provided straight forward transport to and from our hotel Would definitely recommend really fun and well run.
3. Full-Day Vanuatu Cultural, Blue Lagoon & Rarru Rentapao Tour from Port Vila
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 34 reviews
Enjoy a full-day small group COMBO Tour from Port Vila. This tour takes in Iarofa Village, Blue Lagoon, Eton Village, Rarru Cascade, Aquana, City Lookout, Duty free shops and Kava Tasting. Light Lunch is included in your tour. This tour is also available for clients coming off a cruise: Starts 45 minutes after the cruise ship actually berths and finishes 1 hour before scheduled departure time.
Inclusions: Light lunch, Local professional guide, Hotel/Cruise Ship pickup and drop-off, Lunch
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities
Reviewed By mitchlyn
The tour was guided by driver Jeremy who knew the area and its history (WW2) fairly well .The first Blue Hole (Matevulu) was big but there was a lot of mosquitos around so we did not stay long.Champagne Beach was the next stop, and the swimming time,it is really beautiful when you have a clear blue sky above and the sea the colour of turquoise and of course the swimming is safe.Also on the beach there is an eatery and bar plus locals selling their wares.Port Olry was the next stop for lunch,the restaurant Chez Louie is best to avoided."jackies" blue hole is a must to swim in do not go past you will be blown away by the place,there is also a cafe on site.
4. Buggy, Beach, Pizza & Jetski
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Full On Fun, where you start off driving on the main road out to Black Sands beach and village then off road tracks and the beach where you will visit the beautiful smiling pikinis of Mele Beach.Buggy up to the fabulous Mele Bay Beach Bar overlooking the beautiful Hideaway Island where you can swim and play on the water toys then its full throttle for a quick 5 Min JET SKI blast.
Inclusions: 5 min Jetski blast, Lunch
Exclusions: Drinks (available to purchase)
Reviewed By jasminej924
Absolutely loved our afternoon at off road adventures Everyone was very friendly on arrival and calmed any nerves we may have had. The buggy we drove felt nice and safe and in our small group of about three/four couples we had two tour guides who were both very friendly. We enjoyed the first half of our ride and did get pretty dirty from some excellent puddles! At the halfway point we stopped for some refreshments which were delightful. From there the terrain got a bit more challenging (make sure you bring glasses!) at times the buggy was a touch hard to control but all part of the fun we guess, we didn’t have any mishaps. There were a couple of times in the tour where we just did quick figure 8s around trees; this was probably the least favourite part for me and my partner but it’s pretty brief. We stopped at a lovely beach which was great When we got back to the office staff again were lovely and offered towels and water. We were also provided straight forward transport to and from our hotel Would definitely recommend really fun and well run.
5. Cultural Educational Tour - Package one
To experience a unique Vanuatu culture, you won't go wrong choosing this tour package. You will have a chance to meet the village chief(Boss) and will be guided through the village and learn how a chiefly title is pass on from one generation to another, learn some of the local fishing and hunting techniques, how to preserve food after cyclone's that can last for year's, custom dances, local music, fire walking and many more.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions:
Reviewed By LindaS5641
Thank you Allan for a great day out in Port Vila. My sister and i had an amazing time. You, James and Sammie were very knowledgeable and professional. Friendly and helpful.
6. Route 2
Route 2 of Our Bus Shuttle Services focuses on providing a unique Eco - cultural experience by linking our existing and potential clients to the most popular sites here in Port Vila. We are the only shuttle service that offers flexibility to our customers to make direct contributions to the product or site owners through direct payment of entrance fees
Inclusions: Huge Fruit Platters will be supplied at the Blue Lagoon as light refreshments or Morning Tea
Exclusions: Landing and facility fees, Lunch
Reviewed By KKAdventures
This place is just gorgeous and not what we expected at all. Without giving away any spoilers- we highly recommend a visit here.
