Millennium Cave
A full-day adventure that passes through rainforest, enters a huge cave home to bats, and floats out along a canyon river. Often called Vanuatu's most thrilling hike.
Millennium Cave lies near Butmas village in the central south of Espiritu Santo, about 20 km northwest of Luganville. The full trip takes 6 to 7 hours. From the village, you pass through rainforest and bamboo bridges, then descend into a giant cave about 400 meters long and 50 meters high. You wade through it with a flashlight, past flocks of swiftlets and bats roosting inside. After leaving the cave, you climb boulders and jump into pools in the canyon. Finally, you float a stretch of the upper Sarakata River while holding a life ring. You must book a tour that includes pickup, a guide, and lunch, typically several thousand to 10,000 vatu.
Tips: The hike is physically demanding, and you need to be able to swim. Wear canyoning shoes and bring a waterproof bag. The trip is often suspended during the rainy season or after rain.
Opening hours
Dry-season tour dates (all day)
Nearby sights
- Fanafo Village
- Matevulu & Espiritu Santo Blue Holes
- Oyster Island
- Luganville Market
- Luganville
- Lonnoc Beach
- Palikulo Bay & Bomber One
- Champagne Beach