Spend a full day around Port Vila exploring the Blue Lagoon, AVI Turtle sanctuary and Mele (Rarru) waterfalls. This accessible, six-hour tour mixes short rainforest walks, swimming, and cultural stops with air-conditioned transport and a local guide.
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You step out of an air-conditioned minivan into a humid pocket of Efate where the jungle leans toward the road and the sound of water pulls you away from town. The first stop—crystalline Blue Lagoon—calls you like a cool hand, its rope swing daring you to leap. Later, clear shallows host slow-moving green turtles at the AVI Turtle sanctuary, and a short rainforest walk brings you to Rarru (Mele) waterfalls where water drums through volcanic rock and ferns line a narrow track.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels—requires short, low-elevation walks and basic swimming ability for lagoon stops.
Wildlife
History
Port Vila developed as a colonial port in the New Hebrides and later served as an Allied base during World War II; kastom culture remains a strong part of daily life.
Conservation
Visitors are asked to use reef-safe products, avoid touching coral or turtles, and follow guides’ instructions to reduce impact on fragile reef and freshwater habitats.
Reserve your spot on the Port Vila Full Day Tour - Experience the Real Vanuatu today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring water shoes
Many stops have slippery rocks and short stream crossings—water shoes protect feet and improve traction.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Turtles and coral are sensitive—choose biodegradable sunscreen and reapply sparingly before entering the water.
Pack a light rain layer
Tropical showers are common; a thin waterproof keeps you dry without overheating during transfers.
Keep a small daypack
Carry phone protection, a spare shirt, and cash for markets—stowing these in one pack keeps the day hands-free.
Water shoes or sturdy sandals
Protects feet on slippery rocks and during shallow reef entries.
summer
Swimwear & quick-dry towel
Needed for lagoon and waterfall swims; dries quickly between stops.
summer
Reef-safe sunscreen and hat
Protects skin in tropical sun while minimizing impact on coral and marine life.
summer
Light waterproof jacket
Useful for sudden tropical showers, especially during the wet season.
spring