Erakor Island
Erakor
A small island in the Erakor lagoon south of Port Vila, with a resort and white-sand beaches. A free ferry gets you there in minutes, ideal for a half-day of snorkelling and relaxation.
Erakor Island lies at the mouth of the Erakor lagoon, about 5 km south of Port Vila. In the 19th century it was where missionaries first landed, and it is now a resort. Fine white sand and shallow coral reefs surround the island, where you can swim, snorkel, kayak and go stand-up paddleboarding. Non-guests can take the resort ferry to the island and spend money at the restaurant or buy a day pass, subject to resort rules. The island also has a missionary monument and church ruins. Note: currents can be strong at the lagoon exit, so keep snorkelling within the designated area.
Opening hours
Daytime (ferries about every 15 minutes)
Nearby sights
- Pango & Breakas Beach
- Ekasup Cultural Village
- Vanuatu National Museum (Vanuatu Cultural Centre)
- Iririki Island
- Port Vila Market House
- Port Vila Waterfront
- Hideaway Island
- Mele Bay