Aore Island Holidays

Beachfront on Aore Beachfront

from $150.00AUD per night

Wake up. Feet in sand. Ocean waiting. Swim straight out front. Dugongs and turtles glide past. Guests call it the best beach house they’ve ever stayed in. Private island. No neighbours. Total calm. Snorkel, swim, fish from your doorstep. Off-grid but effortless. Wi-Fi included. Daily housekeeping. Airport + boat transfers covered. Guided island experiences included. This isn’t a stay. It’s an escape. Sleeps 4

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Traditional Stone Cottage on Beach

from $110 a night

Stay BEACHFRONT  in a traditional stone cottage, built using island methods and set right on the beach. You’ll have a private studio room, with simple kitchen,  full bathroom with hot water.  Located on Aore Island, just 5 mins by boat from Santo.  Absolute simplicity.  Explore the plantations and jungles of Aore Island Quiet, authentic, and truly off-grid. Perfect for budget holiday. No neighbours a beach all to your self. Take tours into the jungle or  Vanilla, cocoa and pepper farm. Spend time with the locals and explore Aore Island. Sleeps 2


AORE Sanctuary

The Island Hub. Budget-Friendly & Off-Grid.

Just 300 meters from the sand, this is your base for everything Aore has to offer. Whether you’re here for a breathwork retreat, a fishing mission, or just a quiet place to hang your hammock, we provide the space and the local soul.

  • The Vibe: Relaxed, authentic, and open to everyone.
  • The Stay: From simple cabins to immersive camping spots.
  • The Access: A short walk to the beach and a gateway to the island’s jungle trails.

Cabins sleep 2 | Perfect for backpackers, groups, and soul-seekers.

Fishing with local guide

from $190.00 a night

Welcome to your private fishing & pig hunting base on Aore Island, just 26 steps from the beach. Comes with Fishing guide, local style long boat and a full tank of boat fuel daily.  Perfect  for solo travellers or fishing buddies chasing reef fish in calm waters and looking to experience a traditional pig hunt with the locals . Enjoy a queen bed, hot shower, outdoor rinse, and a deck with ocean views. This is not a resort experience it is a local's style adventure. Sleeps 6

Plan Your Trip to Aore Island

Domestic flights to Aore Island Vanuatu

March 6, 2026
How to book domestic flights to Santo in Vanuatu, what to expect at Port Vila and Santo airports, and how to reach Aore Island by taxi and boat transfer.

Aore Island Guidebook – Tours, Accommodation & Local Experiences

By Justine Murray • October 13, 2025
Discover Aore Island, Vanuatu where to stay, what to see, and the best local tours. Learn how to get here, visit cocoa and vanilla farms, and experience real island life.

How to get to Aore Island from Brisbane

By Justine Murray • October 10, 2025
Discover the easiest way to travel from Brisbane to Aore Island, Vanuatu. Includes direct flights to Santo, connection routes via Port Vila, ferry details.