Vanuatu
Expedition Cruising Across Vanuatu’s Island Chain
Cruising Vanuatu by Superyacht
Vanuatu offers a distinctive South Pacific cruising experience across a volcanic island chain of remote anchorages, kastom culture, WWII history and expedition-style cruising. From Efate and Port Vila to Espiritu Santo, Tanna, Pentecost and the outer islands, the destination rewards yachts looking beyond conventional marina-led itineraries. Highlights include Santo diving, Million Dollar Point, active volcanic landscapes and cultural events such as Pentecost land diving, traditionally held between April and June.
Destination Highlights
- Transpacific Stopover
- Cultural Cruising
- Santo Diving
- Remote Anchorages
- Volcanoes and Outer Islands
- Port Vila Yacht Support
Vanuatu works well for yachts seeking a memorable South Pacific stop between Fiji, New Caledonia, Australia or New Zealand. Owners and guests can combine diving, cultural visits and remote island cruising, while captains and yacht managers benefit from practical yacht support, itinerary planning and access to provisioning, fuel and agency assistance in Port Vila. Luganville is also useful for northern cruising and Espiritu Santo logistics, subject to clearance planning and local advice.
International Access
Bauerfield International Airport in Port Vila is the main international gateway and can handle private / non-scheduled flights. Santo/Pekoa and Tanna/Whitegrass are also listed as airports of entry, with prior arrangement required.
Yachting Infrastructure
Vanuatu’s yacht infrastructure is centred on Port Vila, with marina, mooring and slipway haul-out facilities for smaller yachts, yacht agents, provisioning, fuel access, chandlery, technical services and skilled trades. It is useful for support and repairs.
- Max berthing: up to 40 m at selected private wharves
- 2nd Max berthing: stern-to marina berths up to 21 m LOA
- Max haul-out: hydraulic trailer up to 25 tonnes: monohulls to about 16 m LOA; multihulls up to 20 m LOA
See Recommended Superyacht Services below for specific marinas, haul-out facilities, and skilled trades in Vanuatu.
Recommended Superyacht Services
in Vanuatu
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