Mt. Yasur volcano tour Tanna Island: One night with accommodation

Swim in warm springs and stroll black sand beaches before sunset

A one-night tour on Tanna Island combining accommodation, meals and airport transfers with visits to Mt. Yasur volcano, the warm water springs at Johnfrum village, and the cargo cult settlement. You'll see lava at night and the sunset from the volcano, swim in geothermal water that locals believe has healing properties, and walk through Johnfrum village to meet residents and learn about the site's cultural significance.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit volcano and local sites

• Pick up at airport
• Drop luggage at bungalow
• Swim at warm water in Johnfrum village
• Walk and swim at black beach
• Visit Johnfrum village and cargo cult site
• See sunset and lava at Mt. Yasur
• Drop off at airport

The experience

The day starts at the airport with pickup and a drive to the bungalow to drop luggage. From there, you head to the warm water at Johnfrum village: geothermal springs that flow from underground, heated by the volcano. People come here to swim and soak, and locals say the water treats body pain. After the springs, you walk through Johnfrum village itself, where residents gather at the site of cargo cult celebrations. The guide takes you through to meet people and see the settlement firsthand.

Mt. Yasur is the centerpiece. You visit twice: once in the afternoon to catch the sunset from the rim, and again at night to see the lava glow. The volcano sits at the end of a day that moves between water, village, and fire: each stop a different kind of encounter. Accommodation is at a bungalow on the island, and all meals are provided. The next morning, you're driven back to the airport.

A guide who speaks English or French leads the tour and handles the driving. The route includes airport transfers both ways, bottled water and snacks throughout the day, and WiFi on board. Lunch is not part of the package, so plan accordingly or ask the operator about options. The full day runs about eight hours from airport pickup through the evening volcano visit.

What’s included

• Private transportation throughout the day.
• airport transfers both ways.
• accommodation at a bungalow.
• breakfast, dinner and snacks.
• bottled water.
• WiFi on board.
• a guide who speaks English or French.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 12:00

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AgesAdult (20 to 35 years) · Senior (36 to 60 years) · Youth (13 to 19 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Infant (under 5)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 4 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Tanna Volcano Transfers and Tours

Is this one for you?The day involves walking through the village and swimming in the warm springs, plus standing at the volcano rim in the afternoon and evening, so a moderate level of fitness and comfort with water entry are needed. The overnight format means you stay on the island rather than returning the same day, giving time to rest between the volcano visits.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 19 years); Child (5 to 12 years); Infant (under 5).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the warm water at Johnfrum village like?

The warm water springs at Johnfrum village flow from underground, heated by Mt. Yasur's geothermal activity. Locals believe the water has healing properties and use it to treat body pain. You'll have time to swim and soak there in the afternoon before heading to the volcano.

What happens when you visit Mt. Yasur?

Mt. Yasur is visited twice on this tour: once in the afternoon to watch the sunset from the rim, and again at night to see the lava glow. Both visits let you stand at the volcano and watch its activity, though the night visit shows the lava most clearly.

Will I meet people in Johnfrum village?

Yes. Johnfrum village is an active settlement where residents gather at the site of cargo cult celebrations. The guide takes you through the village so you can meet locals and see the community and its cultural practices firsthand.

What meals and drinks are included?

Accommodation, breakfast, dinner and snacks are included in the package. Lunch is not included, so you'll want to arrange that separately or ask the operator about lunch options when you book.

How do I get to and from the airport?

The operator picks you up at the airport when you arrive and drops you at the bungalow. The next morning, after your stay, you're driven back to the airport for your departure. Both transfers are included.