Vanuatu & New Caledonia Adventure

Vanuatu & New Caledonia Adventure

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Vanuatu & New Caledonia Adventure

14 Days Starting in Port Vila and ending in Nouméa

Visiting: Vanuatu

Tour operator:

Intrepid Travel

Tour code:

TESVC

Group size:

1 - 8

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour Overview

Get the perfect mix of South Pacific rest and play on this 13-day adventure. In Vanuatu, you’ll snorkel around the protected coral reefs of Pele, hike to the rim of Mt Yasur and learn about the John Frum movement in Tanna. In New Caledonia, you’ll feel the mix of Melanesian culture and French influence in Noumea, admire the natural beauty of Blue River National Park and Giant Fern Park and experience the longstanding tribal Kanak traditions with an overnight village stay. Add in plenty of time to relax beachside with your like-minded travellers and this’ll be an island excursion like no other.

Highlights

  • Travel to the home of the John Frum movement in Tanna, learning about how these indigenous villages have incorporated WWII iconography into their religious traditions.

  • Gaze in awe at the diverse landscapes of New Caledonia, from the mighty Kaori trees in the Blue River National Park to lush rainforest and endemic plant species in the Giant Fern Park near Farino.

  • Hike to the rim of Mt Yasur, one of the world’s most active volcanoes and in the evening watch the smoke and lava billowing create a natural fireworks display (from a safe distance, of course).

  • Snorkel in the clear waters around Pele and see the remarkable coral reef that is protected as part of a marine reserve.

  • Visit a remote tribal village in the New Caledonian foothills and experience the day and night living in local Kanak tradition. Learn of the lifestyle and customs of these communities and spend the night in a traditional fare house.

Itinerary

What's Included

  • Efate - River Kayaking

  • Efate - Rarru Cascades

  • Tanna - Rainforest hike

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Transport

  • FLIGHTS
  • Due to frequent flight delays and cancellations on Air Vanuatu, we highly recommend allowing additional days in Port Vila before and after your tour and considering flying Virgin or Fiji Airways.
  • Our trips include scheduled flights between islands. In the case of flight cancellations, we will do our best to reschedule and rebook an alternative option if available, however please be prepared that on occasion due to limited aircraft, a charter flight may need to be booked instead, with the additional cost to be covered by the traveller and paid on ground locally.

Accommodation

  • Hotel (8 nights), Village Bungalows (4 nights), Traditional Fare (1 night)

Important Information

  • 1. This trip is a combination of Vanuatu Expedition (TESV), 1 night accommodation in Port Vila and New Caledonia Adventure (TESN).
  • 2. As this is a combination trip, your tour leader as well as the composition of your group will change from Vanuatu to New Caledonia.
  • 3. The trip starts with a group meeting in Port Vila (Vanuatu) on Day 1 at 5pm and finishes after breakfast on Day 13 in Noumea (New Caledonia).
  • 4. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Days 3-6 & 10 where you will be in shared village accommodation.
  • 5. You must provide us with a copy of your passport no later than 30 days before your departure in order for us to book the domestic flights in Vanuatu included on this trip. We are unable to book your flights without a passport copy.
  • 6. Due to frequent flight delays with Air Vanuatu, we highly recommend allowing additional days in Port Vila before your tour or to consider flying Virgin, Fiji Airways or Air Cailin to Vanuatu.
  • 7. The international flight between Port Vila and Noumea on Day 9 is not included in your trip cost and must be purchased separately. Air Cailin flies this route.
  • 8. A departure transfer in Port Vila on Day 9 is not included in your trip but can be booked in advance or on ground. A shared shuttle arrival transfer in Noumea on Day 9 is included. Please provide your flight arrival details in Noumea to book this service.
  • 9. The maximum group size for the Vanuatu section of this trip is 12 and the New Caledonia section is 8.

Check out our Q&As

  • Is this trip right for you

    Accommodation is in no-frills, simple hotels and bungalows. This trip stays away from big resorts and focuses on local family-owned accommodation so you get to see the true New Caledonia, and travels around the country in a comfortable mini van.

    As food options are sometimes limited in New Caledonia, many meals are included in this itinerary. Please note that, outside of Noumea, most dinners are eaten at your accommodation. You'll have the chance to try a variety of cuisines, from Indigenous Kanak food during your village stay, farm to plate meals and fine French dining.

    Your accommodation on Tanna and Pele is in traditional bamboo bungalows. These have standard beds with mosquito nets and bathroom facilities, but showers are cold water only. Your meals on these islands will be home-cooked with love by the village mamas using fresh, organic produce from the gardens and the sea.

    Part of travelling with Intrepid is respecting local cultures and sensibilities. That way you get the most out of your interactions with local people and environments. In Vanuatu, female travellers can be respectful by wearing clothing that covers from shoulder to knee when outside the hotel pool area. An old t-shirt and a pair of board shorts are a good alternative to bikinis for island snorkelling adventures!

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room

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    Intrepid Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform intrepid travel, 56 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    Intrepid Travel requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of intrepid travel charges.

    Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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