Aore Island, Vanuatu

 Day Tours, Plantation Experiences & Island Life

Untouched beaches, island  villages, tropical plantations and authentic Vanuatu experiences,  just minutes across the water from Espiritu Santo

Discover Aore Island on a full-day tour from Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu. Enjoy Santo hotel pickup, return boat transfers, a local island lunch and a guided visit to Phoenix Plantation. Explore the beach, cocoa, chocolate and vanilla growing, traditional cooking and weaving, real island life and Aore Island's remarkable heirloom giant tree.

Full-day island experience — VT 8,000 per person.

Discover accommodation on Aore Island

Stay on Aore Island – Unique Vanuatu Accommodation

  • Beachfront on Aore – Secluded beachfront accommodation with authentic Vanuatu island charm.
  • Aore Treehouse – A  tradtional tropical jungle treehouse surrounded by nature and ocean views
  • Aore Plantation House – A peaceful hilltop retreat high above the plantation, a true island escape.


Discover unique beachfront, treehouse and plantation accommodation on Aore Island, Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu. Wake to tropical sounds, snorkel coral reefs and experience secluded island living.

Explore Phoenix Plantation, discover cocoa and vanilla farming, traditional cooking and

weaving, and experience real Vanuatu island culture beyond the resorts.

Aore, where the adventure begins

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Beachfront, treehouse and plantation accommodation on Aore Island

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Discover secluded beachfront, treehouse and plantation accommodation on Aore Island, just a 10–15 minute boat ride from Luganville, Espiritu Santo.

 Enjoy authentic Vanuatu island stays surrounded by tropical gardens, beaches and plantation life.

Discover Aore Island day tours from Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu. Explore Phoenix Plantation, traditional cooking and weaving, snorkelling, dugong and

 turtle watching,  tropical beaches and authentic island life.From cocoa and vanilla farming to unforgettable cultural and marine adventures, experience the real Vanuatu.

Airport & Boat Transfers to Aore Island

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Cultural Day Tours and Snorkeling Tours on Aore Island

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Getting to Aore Island is easy, just a 5 - 10min  minute boat ride from Luganville, Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu. Our pre-booked boat transfers depart from the private Aore Wharf

on Santo, connecting visitors to Phoenix Plantation, island accommodation and day tours. Book in advance and confirm your departure time and location for a smooth island arrival.

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While our main focus is Aore Island accommodation and day tours, we can also assist with enquiries about Vanuatu permanent residency (PR), citizenship and

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Frequently asked questions

  • How do I book a stay on Aore Island?

    Book direct via the link or email info@vanuatuisland.org or whats App +678 7342101

  • Where is Aore Island?

    Aore Island is located just off the coast of Espiritu Santo in northern Vanuatu. It is a short 5–10 minute boat ride from Luganville town.



  • What type of information does Vanuatu Island provide?

    We share guides on holidays, lifestyle, real estate, and business in Vanuatu.

  • Where can I stay on Aore Island? 

    You can stay in beachfront houses, island resorts, local-style tree houses and off-grid accommodation on Aore Island. Phoenix Plantation offers Beachfront on Aore, Aore Tree House and Aore Plantation House, with stays ranging from absolute beachfront to traditional island-style accommodation.

  • What can I do on Aore Island? 

    Aore Island is ideal for , swimming, fishing, plantation tours, village experiences and exploring by boat. Visitors can discover cocoa, vanilla and pepper plantations, explore WWII sites, snorkel for dugongs and turtles, experience traditional Vanuatu food and culture, or simply enjoy Aore Island’s beaches and tropical surroundings.

    We also offer freediving advntures and lessons. 


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