Excursion Welcome to pele island tour at Port Vila

Just off the north coast of Efate, an even smaller volcanic island rises from the Pacific waters. Home to pale turquoise lagoons teeming with colorful marine life and four tiny villages with tough-to-pronounce names, Pele Island deserves to be on any snorkeler’s or beach explorer’s must-see list. Conveniently, this remote utopia is just an hour from Port Vila by van and small boat.

Pele Island

As you approach, you’ll be welcomed by thick stands of emerald palms, white sandy beaches, crystalline waters – and the Paramount Chief of the island, who will take you on a brief tour of his village while providing insights into this tropical paradise’s history, culture, and day-to-day lifestyle. After the walk, set up shop for your afternoon of delightful leisure here. There’s plenty to do – or as little as you wish. Sunbathing, swimming, kayaking, breeze-appreciating. But perhaps the main attraction on Pele is found below the surface. Grab some complimentary gear and hop on the boat for a lift out to the famous lagoon snorkeling site a hundred meters offshore. The water is magnificent – and so is the underwater scenery.

Prefer to stay behind for other shoreside activities?  No problem. Either way, you’ll want to work up an appetite because “Wawa George,” the island cook, is whipping up a tropical buffet lunch for you. More freeform activity time follows. There are also friendly locals to mingle with before afternoon tea is served, and fond farewells are exchanged along the shoreline as you reboard the boat for the trip back to the main island. You’ll long remember their smiles and waves, and the magical place they live.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Pele Island, beach & water activities, snorkeling, kayaking, tropical buffet lunch

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of activity with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off transportation. This tour is recommended for active guests who are in good physical condition, and can swim well in water over their head. Guests must be physically fit and be competent swimmers as you are swimming in open water. Guests be able to use boat ladder to get in and out the boat on their own.Guests should be aware there are certain inherent risks involved and participation is at your own risk. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with back and/or neck problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory problems, guests prone to seasickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear a swimsuit under a cover-up with reef shoes, non-slip shoes and bring sun protection, biodegradable sunscreen, insect repellent, a towel, bottled water, camera (bring a dry bag or waterproof camera) and change of clothing from the ship; jeans and high heels are not permitted. Wildlife, fish and marine life sightings are not guaranteed. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions.  Coaches, guides, hotels, restaurants, equipment, and services are the best-available in the area, but may not be up to the standards of those found on other excursions. Please be aware that restrooms may be rustic. The transportation is natural air-cooled. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.