what is the best way to get across to the island from the mainland and rough prices please only 2 of us and just interested in heading over for a half day of snorkeling and exploring thanks in advance

Hello, we are a family of 5 and hoping to rent a car while in Vanuatu. I would love to spend half a day snorking in Pele Island with the kids. I was wondering the best place to catch a ferry or banana boat over and what the cost would be. Can our accomodation pre book this, or do we just turn up and pay on the day?

Hi Travellers! I see in the review above, AndyAnnable mentions that the ferry across to Pele Island cost 500Vatu and the local bus the same. Anyone got any info about where to get this ferry and bus? I would rather just do this myself on my own schedule and timetable rather that as a tour package so these transport options would really suit! Many thanks!

hello , im from new-calédonia; I woulld know the price by night for a bungalow ? what sort of food you have ? For drinks , have you some alcool and what sort ? Thank you for an answer , see you soon

Hi, does anyone know if it is possible to go to Pele Island for a day and have lunch without taking a day tour? Thanks, Debbie

Can anyone advise if there is a restaurant or good quality food available on Pele Island?

Just come back from our wonderful holiday in Vanuatu. I followed some of the other travelers suggestion and spent 3 nights in Pele, 3 in Nguna and Moso. The accomodations where basic, but clean however the ospitality was 5 stars. Please be aware that all the phone numbers mentioned on one of the Forum ( with the exception of Moso island) are not currant. However you can get them from the Port Vila information center, which has a list of all the Bungalow operating on all the islands. I suggest to book in advance and use the transport offered by the Bungalow's owner which are much cheaper. Another good way to explore the islands ( Lelepa does not have places to stay) on the west cost of Efate is to stay at Eco lodge which is run by locals and has a good snokling too. They have nice new Bungalows ( which can sleep 4 people and come with an outdoor kitchen/living area) for only $ 100 x night, if you decide to cook your food do your shopping at the market and supermarket ( Le Bon Marche') in Villa because the local supermarket doesn't sell fresh food. The Staff at Eco Lodge can arrange transport to the island at a 1/4 of the price charged by the Tour operators. Some of the must do in Efate are: * Melanesian Feast choose one run by locals in their villages, like Secret Garden and Ekasup *Mele Cascade ( go there with local transport). Go there only if it has rained at least for 4 days prior to your visit. When we went there was barely any water. * Zip line. Just the view and the surrounding Summit garden are worth the fee. * Spend a day in Iririki and Hideaway Island * Do not miss the fire dance. it is held in different locations during the week. The tourism information office can tell you when and where *Hire a car for a day and drive to Blu lagoon, Banana Bay,Eton beach and Havan Bayprivate beaches on the north part with stunning view on the northen island of Nguna, Pele and Emao * Stay in one of the outer island ( Do not miss Lelepa the snorling there is very good, you'll be able to see also the Giant Clamp. Always ask the local where is the best place to snorkle We found most tours we did were expensive and not a good value. If you decide to use local transport we recommend Ebol ( 5627196 ) he his very patience, flexible and more important honest. Have a great holiday!!

Hi is it easy to get back into the boat from snorkelling? I'm worried I won't be able to get out of the water into the boat. Is there a ladder for easy access? I'm a bit older and heavier

hi how do we contact SEnapapa beach bungalows to book? thank you

Hi! My partner and I visiting Vanuatu at the end of July and would love to stay on Pele island. Would anyone recommend a place to stay? Thank you