Wala, Vanuatu

Wala is located off the north-eastern coast of Malakula island, Vanuatu. This unspoilt paradise has pristine beaches, forests and is home to between 200-300 friendly locals. There is no electricity, telephones or roads and the transport is on foot or by dugout outrigger canoes.

While on the island, the magnificent dancing displays shouldn't be missed. The swimming and snorkeling are excellent in the bright blue waters, and there is good selection of handicrafts which can be purchased from the stalls at the edge of the beach.

Things to see and do

* Traditional village tour
* Tam Tam tour
* Snorkeling & swimming
* Local dance display

Cruise Season - Jan - Dec
Currency - Vanuatu vatu (VUV)
Language - Bislama, English, French
Population - 300 approx
Electricity - 2 Angled pins and 1 flat pin centred below Australian style
Time - GMT plus eleven hours
International Country Telephone Code - + 678

Port Location - Ships anchor between the tiny islands of Wala - a coral atoll - and Rano.

Travel Links - There are 3 airports located on Malakula island. It is only a 20 minute Vanair flight to Malakula from Santo.