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Vanuatu is an archipelago located in the South Pacific Ocean and has amazing waves. It\u2019s often compared to many other famous surf destinations in the world, however with way less crowds and certainly at a cheaper price. The archipelago has more than 80 islands and it\u2019s known for having excellent surf spots coexisting with a beautiful tropical scenery. Vanuatu is probably one of the best kept secrets of the surf community and offers some of the most hollow and powerful surf breaks in the South Pacific. Solid swells coming from deep Antarctic lows hit the perfect shaped reefs around the islands creating fantastic surfing conditions. Although there is a big range of surf spots that work from low to high tides, the best waves break on top of coral reefs making Vanuatu a surf destination better suited for intermediate and advanced surfers. The archipelago has waves all year round but the peak season is from March to December when the southern coasts of the islands capture lots of swell.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Vanuatu has a tropical climate with warm sunny days and humid conditions during most of the year. Although the archipelago has a wet season from November to April, and cyclones occur from December to February, the weather conditions are generally good and downpours are usually short. The average temperature during this period of the year is around 22\u00b0C. From May to October the island country experiences a warm dry season with temperatures averaging around 30\u00b0C. The best time to surf in Vanuatu is from March to December when southern swells coming from deep Antarctic lows bring powerful swells. During the cyclone season there is also potential for huge swells.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Vanuatu has lots of potential to find new surf spots but there are already many well known world class waves. These are the most popular surf spots in the archipelago: <\/span>Erakor Point, Pango Point, Tanna Village, Cookies Reef, Breakas, Port Resolution, Fishermans.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Meal price range<\/b><\/p>\n Simple meals start at $7 USD. Mid-range meals start at $20 USD. Dining & drinking at high-end restaurants can cost anywhere from $60-80 USD<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Equipment rental<\/b><\/p>\n Bring your own gear and don\u2019t forget to pack your spare gear too.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Prepaid SIM cards<\/b><\/p>\n Digicel is a good choice. SIM cards can be purchased from their kiosk in Bauerfield International Airport or in their stores. Prepaid packages start at $3 USD.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Public transport<\/b><\/p>\n Taxis are marked with a red ‘T’ on their number plates. Charges depend on distance, but also on the state of the road. A short trip in Port Vila might cost $3.50 USD, but a day charter will cost between $66-100 USD.<\/span><\/p>\n Roads on most of Vanuatu\u2019s islands are not even suitable for cars or 4WDs. In remote areas –like the east coast of Maewo, Pentecost, Ambrym, and the west coasts of Santo and Malekula \u2013 the only access is by foot or speedboat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Minibuses with a red \u2018B\u2019 on their number plates operate in Port Vila, Luganville and northeast Malekula. They don\u2019t run along fixed routes but instead go directly to the destination of each passenger.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Gas prices\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n $1.44 USD a liter.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Reef Sharks, Sharp Coral, Sunburn.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Citizens from <\/span>120 countries, including EU, US, and Australia, can enter Vanuatu without a visa for 30-90 days –duration depends on what nationality you are.<\/span><\/p>\n Although it’s not mandatory, it\u2019s recommended that you have been vaccinated for hepatitis A & B, typhoid, rabies, meningitis, polio, Tdap, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, influenza, measles, mumps and rubella.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Language & Currency<\/b><\/p>\n There are 3 official languages: English, French, and Bislama.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Ni-Vanuatu Vatu (VT) is the official currency.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Best time to go<\/b><\/p>\n Experiences year-round swells.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Between November and April there are huge and frequent cyclonic swells.<\/span><\/p>\n Between March to December, southern swells originating from deep Antarctic lows send consistent solid breaks along the South Coast.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Checking Surf forecast\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n Checking the forecast about a week before your trip is always a good idea. Understanding what the waves will be like and knowing what gear to pack is essential. You can check the forecast for the waves here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Do I need pack a pharmacy kit<\/b><\/p>\n You should bring a basic kit. Including ear drops, eye drops, bandaids, ear plugs, gaze, alcohol, <\/span>mosquito repellent<\/span> and broad spectrum antibiotic ointment.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Travel\/Surf Insurance<\/b><\/p>\nClimate in Vanuatu<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Best surf spots in Vanuatu<\/b><\/h3>\n
Budget Planning<\/b><\/h3>\n
Types of risks<\/b><\/h3>\n
How to prepare<\/b><\/h3>\n
Visa<\/b><\/h3>\n
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Vaccines<\/b><\/h3>\n
Things to know<\/b><\/h3>\n