Nambawan Café
Seafront and budget-friendly
Nambawan Café
Budget-friendly seafront stop in town.
Cruise day in Port Vila
Didn't book a tour?
No problem. Choose a Blue Express tour, tell us how many people are with you and your all-aboard time. We confirm on WhatsApp and bring you back to the Seafront in time.
✓ Walk-up friendly✓ Back before all-aboard✓ Wheelchair ramp available
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Shown at the Seafront cruise terminal and on the Blue Express bus.
Blue Express Vila Tours & Transfers- No payment online: pay on the day
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Pickups 6am–8pm, after-hours on request
- Every request confirmed personally
- Award-winning local guide
- Ramp-equipped vehicle available
- Family-run, locally owned
Not sure what fits in your port day?
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Fast walk-up booking
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Pick a tour, send your details and you get a reference straight away. A Blue Express team member confirms availability and the meeting point before the booking is final.
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Pick the experience that fits your time in port.
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Tell us your ship, group size and all-aboard time.
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Meet Blue Express at the Seafront cruise terminal and enjoy Efate.
For cruise passengers
No booking before arrival? No problem.
Ask for Blue Express at the Seafront cruise terminal in Port Vila, scan our QR code, or message us directly. A wheelchair-accessible bus is available: tell us when you book.
Lunch near the Seafront
Quick, reliable places in town that keep you well clear of all-aboard time.
Cruise passengers on tour with us
First time in Port Vila? Read our one-day cruise passenger guide.
Before you go
What to bring
- Swimwear and a towel
- Reef shoes or sandals that can get wet
- Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
- Insect repellent
- Some cash in vatu: many attractions charge entry and some don't take cards
- Your all-aboard time and ship card
How booking works
- Send a request by WhatsApp or email from this site. You get a reference number straight away.
- We confirm availability, pickup time and price with you personally.
- Enjoy the day and pay on the day. No payment is taken online.
Free cancellation
Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your pickup. Ships run late, weather changes, flights move: just message us on WhatsApp as early as you can, and we’ll help you find another time if you’d like.
Pickups 6am to 8pm. Need an early or late run outside those hours? Ask us for a special after-hours booking.
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“Highly recommend Roger Roy from Blue Express Tours. Gave myself and family a truly memorable experience. Made us feel safe and shared his knowledge of beautiful Vanuatu. The blue cave and seeing turtles … was truly incredible. … The fruit platters were a delight for our eyes and stomachs.”
Questions travellers ask
Will we be back before all-aboard?
Yes. Tell us your all-aboard time when you book. We plan the day around it and bring you back to the Seafront cruise terminal in time.
Where do we meet?
At the Seafront cruise terminal in Port Vila, where cruise passengers come ashore. We confirm the exact meeting time with you on WhatsApp.
Can I book on the day?
Yes, if there is space. Ask for Blue Express at the Seafront cruise terminal or message us on WhatsApp. Booking ahead is the best way to be sure of a seat.
Can I cancel?
Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before your pickup time. Just message us on WhatsApp or email with your booking reference.
What times do you pick up?
We pick up anywhere between 6am and 8pm. If you need an earlier or later run, ask us for a special after-hours booking.
Do I pay online?
No. No payment is taken on this website. Send a request, we confirm the details with you, and you pay on the day. Ask us which payment options suit you when we confirm.
How do I know my booking is confirmed?
You get a reference number as soon as you send your request. A Blue Express team member then confirms availability, pickup time and price with you on WhatsApp or email. Your booking is final once we have confirmed it.
Do I need cash?
Bring some vatu. Cards are accepted at many businesses in Port Vila, but markets and some attractions only take cash, and many attractions charge an entrance fee.
Is the tour suitable for wheelchair users or limited mobility?
A ramp-equipped vehicle is available. Tell us your needs when you book so we can confirm the right vehicle and check that the planned stops suit you.
What if the weather is bad?
Efate weather can change quickly. If conditions look unsafe for a stop, we’ll message you to talk through options, such as changing the order of stops or moving to another day.
When are the markets open?
Port Vila’s markets open Monday to Friday, roughly 6:30am to 5pm. On Saturday the main market is closed but some smaller markets open, and there are no markets on Sunday. See our local food and markets guide.
More questions? See all FAQs or ask us on WhatsApp.