Absolute Beachfront Stay on Aore Island
APRIL SPECIAL📍BOOK DIRECT - From $180 AUD per night – sleeps up to 6 guests
About the House
Beachfront on Aore is custom-built in traditional island style, designed to blend naturally with its surroundings while offering the comforts modern travellers expect. The home features open-air living, natural materials, and a relaxed tropical layout, combined with solar power, quality bedding, a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom facilities, and Starlink internet.
It delivers authentic island character without sacrificing essential amenities.
Guests often tell us this is the most relaxing beach house they have stayed in Vanuatu.
Beachfront home with transfers and tours included
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.
Why Booking Direct Is Better
- Airport + boat transfers arranged for you
- Daily scheduled transfers between Santo and Aore
- Tours organised before you arrive
- Direct communication with your host
- Local support during your stay
- Flexible arrival and departure times
- No third-party booking fees
Guest Reviews
"The best beach house we stayed in during our trip to Vanuatu. Calm water, beautiful reef and the tours made it unforgettable."
— Sarah, Australia
"Waking up right on the beach and snorkeling from the front yard was incredible. A real island experience."
— Mark, New Zealand
"Simple, authentic and relaxing. The plantation tour and village visit were highlights of our stay."
— Emily, UK
More guest reviews available on Airbnb and Booking.com
Getting to Aore Island
Aore Island is easy to reach with regular connections through Port Vila. There are around 12 flights a week between Port Vila and Santo, making it simple to plan your arrival. Once you land at Pekoa International Airport in Santo, we arrange a short 10-minute boat transfer across the channel directly to Aore Island and the beach house.
Check Availability
Most guests stay 5–7 nights to experience the island fully, Dates fill quickly during the dry season. Check availability belowTo request available dates please email info@vanuatuisland.org
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Direct bookings include:
• Airport transfers
• Daily housekeeping
• Guided island tours
• Local host support
• No booking platform fees
7 days on Aore Island
Spend seven days on Aore Island discovering pristine beaches, cocoa plantations, island villages, and the relaxed rhythm of South Pacific life.
Aore Island offers plenty to do for visitors who want more than just a beach holiday. Spend your days snorkeling in clear blue water,
exploring quiet beaches, walking through cocoa and vanilla plantations, visiting nearby villages, or taking a short boat ride to Malo to
experience markets, restaurants, and the famous blue holes.
Whether you prefer adventure, nature, or simply relaxing under the palms, Aore Island offers a unique mix of island experiences.
Day 1 - Arrive & Settle In
- Swim at the beach
- Walk the shoreline at sunset
- Simple island dinner
- Early night after travel
Arrive, settle in, and ease into the rhythm of island life. The calm waters around Aore Island are ideal for safe swimming, with gentle lagoons and quiet beaches perfect for a refreshing dip. Take a slow walk along the shoreline as the sun sets, enjoy a simple island dinner, and let the peaceful pace of the South Pacific guide you into an early night after your travels.
Day 2- Snorkelling & Island Life
- Snorkel the reef in front of the house
- Cooking lunch with locals
- Village walk
- Sunset drinks of Kava
Spend the day exploring the simple pleasures of island life. Snorkel the reef just in front of the house where tropical fish move through clear warm water, then join locals in preparing a relaxed island lunch using fresh ingredients. Take a walk through the nearby village to see daily life on Aore, and end the day with sunset drinks and a traditional shell of kava as the evening settles in.
Day 3 Local Mummas markets
- Boat to Santo
- Visit Local Markets
- Lunch in Luganville
Take a short boat trip across the channel to Santo and spend the day exploring Luganville. Visit the local markets filled with fresh tropical fruit, vegetables, island foods, and handmade crafts. Wander through town, meet friendly locals, and stop for lunch at one of the many cafés or small restaurants where you can choose from simple local dishes or western-style meals. It’s an easy and interesting day trip that adds another side of island life to your stay.
Day 4 - Tour around Aore
- Visit the famous Nasara rocks from chiefs meeting gone by
- Swim in freshwater pond and see the Bech de mer pond
- See the WW2 ground houses and massive nubunga trees
Travel inland from the plantation in a working island ute, riding in the tray as you head through bush tracks and village land to explore some of Aore’s hidden history. Visit the famous Nasara stones where chiefs once gathered for traditional meetings, swim in a cool freshwater pond, and see the Beche-de-mer ponds used along the coast. Along the way you’ll also discover old World War II ground houses and towering Nubunga trees, giving a glimpse into the island’s past and the landscapes that have shaped village life for generations.
Day 5 - Plantation & Local Food
- Tour the plantation
- See cocoa, vanilla and pepper growing
- Learn about island farming
- Eat lap lap and simboro
Take a tour through the working plantation and see cocoa, vanilla, and pepper growing in the rich island soil. Learn how these crops are farmed using traditional methods and how small plantations operate in Vanuatu. Along the way hear stories about island farming and village life, and finish the visit by tasting local favourites such as lap lap and simboro, simple dishes that have been part of island cooking for generations.
Day 6 - Island Boat Adventure
- Traditional fibreglass banana boat trip around Aore
- Look for turtles or dugongs
- Visit quiet beaches
Take a traditional fibreglass banana boat around the coastline of Aore Island, cruising slowly along clear turquoise waters. Along the way keep an eye out for turtles and many dugong moving through the sea grass beds. Stop at quiet beaches and hidden stretches of sand where you can swim, relax, and experience the untouched beauty of the island.
Day 7 - Slow Island Day
- Beach walk
- Coffee and fruit breakfast
- Last swim before departure
Start the morning with a quiet walk along the beach as the island wakes up. Enjoy a simple breakfast of fresh tropical fruit and coffee, then take one last swim in the clear warm water before preparing for departure, carrying with you the relaxed rhythm of Aore Island.
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