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Tanna

If you visit only one island outside of Efate, this should be it. Tanna is an extraordinary place with the world's most accessible active volcano, sublime secluded beaches and some of Vanuatu's most intriguing traditional village life.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

Mt Yasur
Tanna
Peering down into the rumbling, exploding lava storm of Mt Yasur is a sight you won't soon forget. The active volcano is so accessible that 4WD vehicles…
Port Resolution
Tanna
Tanna’s best anchorage is this beautiful bay with magnificent cliffs and easy access to east Tanna's best beaches. The Ireupuow village has a basic shop,…
John Frum Village
Tanna
At Namakara, this is one of the biggest John Frum villages on Tanna. Dances are held on Friday nights, when songs of praise are sung to the tunes of…
Giant Banyan
Tanna
Jungle trails take you past villages to a giant banyan as big as a soccer field. It’s near Lowrapik Tuan.
Marine Sanctuary
Tanna
At the northern end of the beach below Port Resolution.
Tanna Coffee Factory
Tanna
Coffee beans are hulled at this factory near Lenakel.
Yatana Surf Beach
Tanna
There's decent surfing along this part of the coast.
Loanialu Lookout
Tanna
Midway across the island.