Mele Cascades
A terraced limestone waterfall near Port Vila. Climb up through natural pools to a main waterfall about 35 meters high.
Mele Cascades is about 10 km north of Port Vila on Efate Island, near the village of Mele. Water flows over the limestone, forming a string of turquoise pools and cascading falls. Follow the trail and stone steps, playing in the water as you go. It takes about 20 to 30 minutes to reach the main waterfall at the top, where you can swim in the pool beneath it. The site has a visitor center, changing rooms and a snack shop. Admission is several thousand vatu (check on site). A minibus or taxi from Port Vila takes about 15 to 20 minutes. It is often combined with Hideaway Island and nearby beaches for a half-day outing. Note: the travertine is slippery, so wear water shoes or sandals. Keep your phone waterproof. The site may close after heavy rain.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Secret Garden Cultural Centre (Mele)
- Mele Bay
- Hideaway Island
- Port Vila Waterfront
- Port Vila Market House
- Iririki Island
- Vanuatu National Museum (Vanuatu Cultural Centre)
- Chief Roi Mata's Domain