Top 10 Outdoor Activities in Efate, Vanuatu

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.

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.

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.

The best way to discover Efate is by doing a round island tour with a local. Manples Tours is owned and operated by Jonah John (JJ) and his wife, Violet. It's a full-day tour that takes in the main attractions from the comfort of an air-conditioned bus. JJ is bilingual (French/English) and an experienced, knowledgeable guide. Price includes pickups from your hotel, entrance fees and lunch.

Join Vanuatu Coastal Inland Tours and explore our well kept secret of Melanesian Culture, Nature & Traditions. Mingle with the local, get to know our people with a chance to discover our ancestors and history. Vanuatu Coastal Inland Tours will make sure that you depart our shores more culturally enriched and with wonderful memories to be cherished forever.

Come fishing with Mitch on 2601 Seaswirl Striper. We can accommodate up to 4 anglers and have 4, 6 and 8 hour charters available. We use all Shimano fishing rods and reels and target Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Yellow Fin and Dog Tooth Tuna and GTs. Try throwing some poppers, jigging in 60 to 100m and trawling along The Marlin highway of Efate and around the FAD's. Whether you are a seasoned fisherman or a novice you will enjoy your experience.

ROMANTIC ESCAPE - Welcome to JoJo Beach Club!Looking for a romantic escape in a stunning location close to Port Vila? Couples massage in the pavilion by the reef, bottle of bubbly, snorkeling the coral reef, double kayak, jacuzzi, afternoon tea, private beach areas, pool, loungers and your own private butler for the afternoon - all this for just you and your partner - your own private resort for the afternoon!

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.

The Vaka Motu is a special sailing boat build according to traditional Polynesian design running only on solar panels and a coconut oil-power. Okeanos Vanuatu offers different activities. Sunset tour and cultural tours around Lelepa island are on the program. The Vaka and its crew’s aim will be to raise awareness as well as being a suitable way of discovering Vanuatu’s wonders. Get on board!

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