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Re: Update information on inter-islands boats

by obi81 23 May 2012

There is the "Big Sista" that runs Vila (departure at the market) - Epi - Malekula - Santo and back once a week. This is the best passenger…
Tell us about your experience on domestic flight?

by willpan39 12 May 2012

I am planning to fly to Ambrym. But the aircrafts are Y-12 that are made in China. What do you comment on these light aircrafts? Safe?…
Re: looking to plan a RTW geological tour.

by travelsurething 02 May 2012

Hi, Vanuatu has actually active volcanoes which you will enjoy, You can visit Mt. Yasure in Tanna as well as in Ambrym.. you can ask…
RE: Ambrym (and Malekula)

by nabanga 23 April 2012

With only 3 days, flying is your only option. Just take a regular scheduled Vanair flight. They go to Craig Cove, West Ambrym about…
RE: Ambrym (and Malekula)

by Laszlo 22 April 2012

Slow cargo-passenger ships from Vila to Santo usually stop at EITHER Ambrym OR Malekula. There are also regular passenger flights. Mind…
Ambrym (and Malekula)

by bosboy73 22 April 2012

I am having trouble trying to find transportation options to Ambrym. Without doing a "fly-by" helicopter day tour out of Efate, what…
MtB cycle touring

by essjaywhy 01 April 2012

Hi I have ridden Tanna a few years ago. Great stuff. Im interested in bike touring either Ambrym, Malekula, Santo or Pentecost in …
RE: Which island in Vanuatu?

by jayanraj 01 April 2012

I recommend Tana or Malekula or Ambrym. How many days are you planning to stay in Vanuatu ?
RE: Which island in Vanuatu?

by sgardner 25 February 2012

Tanna - I'd say the 3rd more 'touristy' island due to the volcano. Awesome experience though. Pentecost - go for relaxing? I loved the…
Re: Camping cooker gas canister in Port Vila?

by hshdude 14 February 2012

Thanks for your reply, Ozziegiraffe. We're planning to spend several days in one of the few places where you can camp - on the Ambrym…
RE: Vanuatu weather in March?

by s7k5 26 December 2011

Hey Starboy. I've been to Vanuatu in mid march 2010.That was just after a cyclone was over the area.I remember the first days in Santo…
8 days in vanuatu - solo traveller

by efffe 25 October 2011

hi all!! i'm going to vanuatu on my own 18/11-26/11, flying to port vila (although i plan to stay there just 1 night). i'm 30, male,…
Re: One more Island

by jenniferr 19 September 2011

Thanks Laszio Have looked into Malekula which I can do after Santo by boat and then a flight but will check out Ambrym in the LP book…
RE: One more Island

by Laszlo 16 September 2011

Ambrym!
Re: Vanuatu questions

by sgardner 13 August 2011

I've just been to Tanna for 4 days. I stayed in a bungalow (Banyan Castle) which is about 2-3 km from the volcano. It was a back to basic…
RE: highlights of vanuatu

by Laszlo 28 July 2011

I'd rate Santo as the single best outer island, it offers pretty much everything. The other most popular island is Tanna, but it's way…
RE: Vanuatu- Best islands for traditional culture?

by Laszlo 22 June 2011

Tanna, Santo and Pentecost On Malekula, traditional dress is only worn for special occassions. Ambrym is similar.
RE: Ambrym - guide recommendations

by yuliam 31 May 2011

uncle_sav, Joses told us that he got his camping gear from his kiwi friends. His tents are Kathmandu brand and sleeping bags are Macpac.…
Re: Ambrym - guide recommendations

by yuliam 30 May 2011

We've just returned from Vanuatu. Lava lakes are still there. We saw one in the Marum crater. It was very foggy and rained a lot but we…
RE: Which Island most recommended

by sgardner 16 May 2011

I lived on Pentecost for 6 months - central Pentecost has the most amazing snorkelling (beats Ambrym, Malakula, Efate and Santos)! Malekul…
RE: Ambrym worthwhile after Tanna?

by sgardner 16 May 2011

I haven't been to Tanna.. but Ambrym was pretty cool - caldera volcano. Just be aware that Ambrym often has water shortages, and you can…
Re: Ambrym - guide recommendations

by yehyeh 16 May 2011

+It will be a young guy with no more than bare feet, shorts and a t shirt+ ...and a bush-knife. I was always intrigued by their skill…
Re: Ambrym - guide recommendations

by uncle_sav 15 May 2011

I have never heard of any guide with his own camping or climbing gear. They can't afford it. Besides, there are no outdoor supply shops…
RE: Ambrym - guide recommendations

by Laszlo 15 May 2011

Or more than a little. :-) The guides are likely to have nothing except for knowledge of the route. Which is all I think is needed, as…
Ambrym - guide recommendations

by yuliam 13 May 2011

Hi everyone, My friends and I are travelling to Ambrym soon to see the lava lakes (hopefully). I’ve heard that Ambrym is not touristy…