emerald bay poum discovery approximate duration 2 hours emerald bay puv-b malabou beach resort approximate duration 3 hours puv-c this informative tour will enable you to see all the sights of poum with the help of a friendly local couple sidney and lolita from the nickel mine with its magnificent sweeping views of the surrounding countryside to the quaint village with its school post office and town hall finish off with a cool swim and fresh lemon drink in a tranquil beach setting what you visit poum nickel mine a short distance from poum wharf is the poum nickel mine before its closure in 2005 the mine was a valuable source of income for the people of poum from inside the mine s boundaries your informative guide will relay some history on the area before winding your way back down the hill titch village there is a stop at the poum monument next to the town hall before driving through the village of titch sidney lolita s home meet a local new caledonian family at their home located r
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luganville lifou forest secret grotto approximate duration 2 hours luganville is a major export centre and the quayside bustles with activity one of the typical sights you may see is locals unloading sacks of copra that are crammed into towering piles in the copra sheds filling the whole quayside with a distinctive `coconut aroma santo beef timber and cocoa are the other main exports making this one of the busiest ports in vanuatu the town is located approximately one kilometre from the ship overlooking the attractive segond channel luganville has some local bars restaurants general stores and the women s market selling handicrafts from all over espiritu santo walking into town about a 0.5 kilometre stroll you ll pass handicraft stalls and remnants of buildings surviving from when the americans were stationed there during world war ii lif-d what to see and do in and around luganville santo is becoming an increasingly popular destination with tourists because of its beautiful undiscov
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luganville northern seaside the blue hole lu1-l approximate duration 31/2 hours come along on a guided exploration of the north eastern coast of espiritu santo this tour offers the combination of swimming at a magnificent blue hole and amongst colourful coral at a scenic beachside location whilst enjoying a scenic drive that showcases the island s natural landscapes what you visit blue hole here you will have time to swim and enjoy the magnificent crystal clear blue water while being surrounded by tropical trees and plants being about 50-metres across and 18-metres deep the sun reflects the brightest azure with a clarity of colour that is truly amazing port orly enjoy a refreshing swim and time to relax the waters lapping the shores boast some good coral formations ideal for the avid snorkeller photo opportunities capture the images of the surrounding tropics the vibrant colour of the blue hole and the seclusion of the white sand beach on this exclusive half-day tour refreshments plea
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noumea bicycle the bays beaches approximate duration 21/2 hours nou-l forego the gym for today and head to the peninsular foreshores for a pleasurable work-out combined with downtown scenes a hill or two plus the glorious bays and beaches of noumea what you visit anse vata after cycling your way around the scenic bays and beaches of noumea time permitting you will be able to stop at this picturesque beach for a quick swim some shopping or a drink and snack at one of the sidewalk cafés remember to bring some local currency with you if you wish to bring along a bag with your towel and other personal items in it or if you make any purchases at anse vata s shops it can be carried in the back-up vehicle photo opportunities there will be ample stops made for both rest and photography refreshments a cooler with water will be placed in the back-up vehicle and regular stops will be made to re-hydrate shopping there is limited time available for shopping at anse vata beach most stores will acce
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nuku alofa historic nuku alofa approximate duration 31/2 hours tbu-a combine an informative overview of nuku alofa with the exploration of the island s eastern region in this delightful half-day experience what you visit the royal palace home of his majesty king taufa ahau tupou iv a photo stop will be made outside the palace gates royal tombs where the founder of modern tonga is at rest king george tupou i captain cook s landing place the site where captain james cook the great english explorer landed on 30th april 1777 ancient burial tombs the burial tomb of ancient tongan kings its construction is an engineering wonder and dates back to 1300 b.c ha amonga trilithon built around 1200 a.d the mysterious trilithon is a giant stone arch which stands 5-metres high and is estimated to weigh about 80 tonnes kapena luau grounds here is where you will relax and enjoy the picturesque view and atmosphere of the fanga uta lagoon fruit refreshments will be served and a group of dancers will ent
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port vila round island safari approximate duration 8 hours port vila vli-e private vehicle hire car class approximate duration 7 hours vli-f notes please note that travel completely around the island of efate to combine a comprehensive day of sightseeing with the unique opportunity to witness the time-honoured traditional art of custom firewalking what you visit banana bay simply to stretch your legs take photographs or go for a quick refreshing swim sunma village warriors will greet you before you take your seats in readiness for the firewalking performance learn of the tradition the sacrifices and the preparation the men undertake prior to this ritual a private vehicle is the perfect solution for passengers who wish to tour privately when hiring a vehicle you are or who want the flexibility of designing their own itinerary the person who will drive the vehicle must be 25 years of age or older a valid drivers licence and credit card is required a manual vehicle will be supplied unles
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port vila village adventure circle island approximate duration 8 hours port vila vli-r jet boat adventure approximate duration 1 hour vli-t often said to be the highlight of the cruise for the young and seniors alike this comprehensive tour offers the near perfect mix of sightseeing activity culture fun and adventure what you visit epule river and custom village following a relaxing trip up the river in stable handmade canoes paddled by traditional warriors you ll be met by the chief and his tribe who will entertain you with custom dances some time is allowed to explore the village meet the people and browse for handicrafts banana bay simply to stretch your legs take photographs or go for a quick refreshing swim photo opportunities klemm s hill is a wonderful photo opportunity with excellent views across the island the jet boat adventure is the most exhilarating tour on offer in port vila a high speed dash around this beautiful tropical harbour full of amazing twists and turns and of
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suva pacific harbour cultural extravaganza approximate duration 4 hours suva suv-a rewa delta village tour sawani village approximate duration 31/2 hours suv-b watch the famed fijian firewalkers show their mysterious power walking on white-hot stones the next scene is set to witness the dances which are professionally produced and led interpreting history and legends what you visit pacific harbour cultural centre your journey into fiji s fascinating past get ready for an experience where you ll witness spectacular fijian `firewalking and traditional singing and dancing meke entertainment visit a traditional fijian village where you will have the opportunity to meet the locals see where they live and learn of the traditional customs that have been handed down for generations be entertained with a traditional fijian welcome and kava ceremony and shop for locally crafted handicrafts and souvenirs what you visit sawani village on arrival the friendly villagers come forward to garland an
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va v a u makave village historical site approximate duration 3 hours va v a u vav-c certified dive approximate duration 6 hours vav-d notes local open-air buses are used for transportation these buses are very basic and have neither airconditioning nor microphones although you may be invited to sample the kava we do not recommend participation restroom facilities may be rustic to make your day as enjoyable as possible please ensure that you wear comfortable flat-soled shoes clothing suited to the weather conditions a hat and bring along some sunscreen and bottled water enjoy a scenic drive to the quaint village of makave on the main island of vava u walk through the village and experience the culture watch a kava circle as well as visit an historical site what you visit makave village enjoy a guided tour of a traditional tongan village where you ll appreciate the opportunity to meet the friendly locals observe a time-honored and traditional tongan kava circle as well as a singing
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va v a u sail swim approximate duration 6 hours vav-n enjoy a skippered sailing trip around the picturesque vava u islands you ll be taken to an idyllic location where you can relax on the deserted beach or swim and snorkel throughout the day what you visit euakafa island the longest white sand beach in vava u euakafa is a lush tropical island surrounded by a fantastic reef system swim amongst the tropical underwater world and at low tide you can explore the lava formations hiking to the top of the island s highest peak your guide will take you to view an historical tomb where you will learn about its history the sweeping vistas from the top of the peak are breathtaking the optional hike to the top of the mountain is approximately 30-minutes and is recommended for those in top physical condition port mourrelle a calm protected bay you can partake in swimming or snorkelling or kick back on the beach under the shade of a tree although sightings cannot be guaranteed in season the humpb
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