Where is Espiritu Santo Vanuatu?

Espiritu Santo, also called Santo, formerly Marina, largest (1,420 square miles [3,677 square km]) and westernmost island of Vanuatu, in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. Volcanic in origin, it has a mountain range running along its west coast; Tabwémasana rises to 6,165 feet (1,879 metres), the highest point in Vanuatu.

How do I get to Espiritu Santo?

How to Get There. Fly direct from Brisbane to Santo-Pekoa International Airport in Luganville, or if you are travelling from elsewhere in Australia or the Pacific, connect in Port Vila and take the short 50-minute flight to Santo.

What is the former name for Espiritu Santo?

Espiritu Santo

Nickname: Santo
Vanuatu
Province	Sanma
Largest settlement	Luganville (pop. 10,738)
Demographics

Who named Espiritu Santo?

The first settlers to arrive in Vanuatu are believed to have arrived by canoe approximately 3,500 years ago from New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. In 1606, the Portuguese explorer, Pedro Fernández de Quirós, discovered the island of Espiritu Santo, which he thought was a great southern continent.

Who owns Espiritu?

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length	32 m
build/refit	2002/2016

How do I get to Espiritu Santo La Paz?

There’s only one way, and that’s by boat. The best way to go about it is to go on a tour with an authorized operator, who will take you from La Paz to the island and back. You can fly to La Paz, drive there from Los Cabos via the number 1 federal highway or catch a bus from either Cabo San Lucas or San Jose del Cabo.

Can you stay on Isla Espiritu Santo?

There are no hotels on Isla Espiritu Santo – it is a protected ecological reserve; even local fishermen are not permitted to live there full time. You need to find/stay in a hotel in or around la Paz, and take a boat tour out to the island(s).

Is Balandra Beach Open?

BALANDRA BEACH IS OPEN BY LAND, NO RESTRICTIONS. Visit some one of the world’s most beautiful beaches, Depart from the Port of La Paz for a 5 Hour Tour to the Iconic Beach of Balandra.

What did Vanuatu used to be called?

Formerly the jointly administered Anglo-French condominium of the New Hebrides, Vanuatu achieved independence in 1980. The name Vanuatu means “Our Land Forever” in many of the locally used Melanesian languages. The capital, largest city, and commercial centre is Port-Vila (Vila), on Éfaté.

How long is the boat ride from La Paz to Isla Espiritu Santo?

about one hour
If you take the one day trip from La Paz to Espiritu De Santa Island it usually is about one hour on a Panga (20′ open motor boat w or w/o a top cover). On the North part of the island are a number of islands surrounding a calm, protected bay that is has a sea lion colony with pups and all.

Can you swim at Balandra beach?

The calm, shallow waters of the lagoon are perfect for swimming, SUP boarding, and kayaking. At the inner edge of Balandra Beach, the fine sand and blue water transitions into a mangrove forest where thousands of small, brightly colored fish dart through the roots of the trees.

Why is Balandra beach closed?

Due to Covid-19 Pandemic, Balandra Beach has a Limited Entrance of 200 Persons Per Day. The shores of Balandra Beach are pure and pristine because it was designated as a Natural Protected Area in 2008, so no construction is allowed. BALANDRA BEACH IS OPEN BY LAND, NO RESTRICTIONS.

What to do in Espiritu Santo and Vanuatu?

A visit to Espiritu Santo and Vanuatu is not complete unless you have immersed yourself in the local culture. There are lots of nearby kastom villages to choose from, many offering a variety of things to do – kava ceremonies, traditional dancing, the famous water music, island feasts and more.

Where is Espiritu Santo?

The largest island in Vanuatu, Espiritu Santo (or just Santo, as the locals call it), is as multifaceted as it is beautiful. It’s a place that harbours fascinating Second World War history, incredible diving and snorkelling and natural swimming holes so blue, even the best camera can’t do them justice.

Where is the best island to visit in Vanuatu?

Espiritu Santo island in Vanuatu is far from being just a dumping ground for long-forgotten war relics though. Santo is a tropical paradise; untouched by brand name resorts, annoying crowds and anything resembling a concrete jungle.