In less than 3 hours flying time from Brisbane and 3.5 hours from Sydney, you could be enjoying your Vanuatu holidays. Whether you are dreaming of relaxing, adventurous or romantic holidays these Pacific islands are the prefect destination for all three. What makes Vanuatu’s islands different from the rest is their ruggedness. No over development or big flashy resorts, Vanuatu offers natural beauty, remoteness and traditional village culture. A deserted beach to spend the morning is never too far away.
Things to Do In the Water on Your Vanuatu Holidays
There are a number of water activities to do on your island adventure. These things range from kayaking in crystal clear waters to snorkeling along coral reefs to deep sea fishing. Things to discover under the water include ancient ship wrecks and bustling sea life. Putting the beaches aside, the most noteworthy swim spots to visit are the blue water holes and waterfalls that can be found a few kilometers from Port Villa. Worthy of a mention is Mele Cascades, a picturesque waterfall that flows into a natural blue plunge pool. There is a cafe there too for coffee lovers. Moreover, one of the Vanuatu’s best kept secrets is Turtles Bay, a place where you can swim with a 60 year old turtle in a purpose built ocean pool and see rescued baby turtles. With so many gorgeous spots to explore and get your hair wet, Vanuatu is a true island paradise.
Although you could spend your whole holiday in your swimmers, there are still heaps of things to do on dry land. There’s history to learn, live volcanoes and caves to discover and shopping to do. Something you won’t soon forget is visiting Mt Yasur, an active volcano that you can see on a guided vehicle or walking tour! The shopping is mostly market-style, where you can pick up goods produced by the locals, things you won’t be able to buy anywhere else.
Your Vanuatu holidays are what you make them! As you can tell from above, there are so many things to discover suited to your interests. You can just sit back and relax in your own slice of the islands if you wish! Only venturing out on the days you want to. There is one thing you will do when you visit these islands is get lost in the beauty of them.