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Bauerfield Airport is on Efate, about ten minutes from Port Vila town. A pre-booked transfer is the easiest start, especially for late flights.
From Bauerfield Airport
Airport shuttles, taxis and pre-arranged transfers are available. The Tourism Office says a trip to downtown normally costs around VT 2,000; Blue Express charges VT 2,000 per person to Port Vila and children 5–11 pay half.
Getting around
Hotel or airport shuttles, taxis and minibuses are common. For day trips around the island a guided tour saves time and gets you to places that are hard to reach by public minibus.
Carry Vatu
Vanuatu's currency is the Vatu (VT). Cards are accepted at many businesses in Port Vila, but markets and some visitor sites are cash-based. Keep smaller notes for entry fees.
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Vanuatu has strong local communities and cultural traditions. Dress respectfully when visiting villages, ask before taking photos and follow the guidance of local hosts and guides.
Check before you go
Airline schedules, weather and local conditions can change. Re-check official updates shortly before travel, especially for activities affected by wind, rain or sea conditions.
Suggested 3-day Blue Express visit
A practical example built around the published Blue Express tours. Day 3 can be swapped depending on whether you prefer the Round Island Tour, snorkelling, or the beach-and-waterfall combination.
Tour #1: Rarru Rentapau + Blue Lagoon
Start with Rarru Rentapau Waterfalls, swim at Blue Lagoon, then finish with zoological and duty-free shopping. Entry fees, lunch, snacks and drinks included.
Tour #2: Cascades + Coffee + Mele Beach
Mele Cascades, the Tanna Coffee Factory and a slow finish at Mele Beach. Entry fees, lunch, snacks and drinks included.
Choose your finale
Round Island Tour: Blue Lagoon, Eton Beach, Takara Hot Springs and Havannah Eco-Lodge for AUD $350 / VT 26,600 per trip, with guests paying their own entry fees and lunch. Or Tour #3 for snorkelling, Tanna Coffee and duty-free shopping, or Tour #4 for Cafelery Beach, Eton Beach, Blue Lagoon and Rarru Rentapau Waterfalls.
Use official information
This guide is designed to be useful, but changing information should always be confirmed with the Vanuatu Tourism Office and your transport or accommodation provider.
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