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.

Aore Island Accommodation

Discover accommodation on Aore Island, from

  • Private Beachfront Homes 
  • Treehouse Studios in the jungle

 surrounded by tropical gardens. Wake to ocean views, snorkel from the beach, explore nearby reefs within Phoenix Plantation vast grounds.

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Beachfront on Aore Private Island Stay

Shaded tropical beach with turquoise water and a small table of fruit beside a tree

Discover Beachfront on Aore, a secluded beachfront property surrounded by tropical gardens, coconut palms and the natural beauty of Aore Island, Vanuatu.

Airport & Boat Transfers

Getting to Phoenix Plantation  or Aore Island is easy. We offer boat transfers between Luganville, Espiritu Santo from

our  Private wharf on Santo (Aore Wharf)  including boat and car transfers to Phoenix Plantation accommodation.

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Aore Island is just a short 10–15 minute boat ride from Luganville, Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu. Enjoy beautiful coastal views as you cross the Segond Channel. Boat transfers are weather-dependent, with private transfers and organised day tours available by advance booking.

Island guides and tips

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Aore Island Guidebook – Tours, Accommodation & Local Experiences

By Justine Murray • October 9, 2026
Discover Aore Island, Vanuatu. Find accommodation, beaches, tours, snorkelling, transport and local experiences just minutes by boat from Santo.
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Vanuatu Flight Changes: What They Mean for Travellers Sept 2026

By Justine Murray • September 18, 2026
Solomon Airlines has changed its Vanuatu flight schedule. Here’s what Santo travellers need to know, including Sunday arrivals, transfers, September 2026
Palm tree with “Aore Island” sign on a tropical beach with turquoise water and boats in the distance

Aore Island Resorts & Private Stays | Aore Island Vanuatu

By Justine Murray • September 13, 2026
Discover Aore Island resorts, private beachfront stays and island accommodation near Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu, plus tips on transport, food and local experiences.
Dense green jungle canopy surrounding a small stone ruin near bright turquoise water.

How to get to Aore Island from Brisbane

By Justine Murray • September 11, 2026
Discover the easiest way to travel from Brisbane to Aore Island, Vanuatu. Includes direct flights to Santo, connection routes via Port Vila, ferry details.

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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