Snorkeling at Pele Island: White sand beach and village culture

Snorkel at Top Rock, then walk through a working island village

Snorkel at Pele Island, an 18 km boat ride north of Efate, with an hour in the water at Top Rock reef and time in the local village afterward. The day runs eight hours and includes all snorkeling equipment, lunch, water and a guide who speaks English. Hotel pickup is included. This suits travelers without a car and families with young children seeking a full island day in one booking.

Step-by-step itinerary

Pele Island tour and snorkeling

• Explore Pele Island's natural beauty
• Experience local island culture
• Enjoy BBQ lunch with local flavors
• Relax on white sand beaches
• Have afternoon coffee or tea break
• Snorkel for one hour at Top Rock

The experience

Pele Island sits 18 km north of Efate in Vanuatu's Shefa Province. The boat ride gets you there, and once you arrive the snorkeling happens at Top Rock, a reef near Saama village on North Efate's coast. You spend an hour in the water with mask and fins provided, then return to Pele Island itself for the rest of the day: time on the white sand beach, a walk through the village to see how people live there, and a BBQ lunch cooked with local ingredients. A guide in English is with you throughout.

The eight-hour day includes bottled water, snacks, and an afternoon coffee or tea break. All snorkeling equipment comes with you. Entrance fees are covered. The pickup runs from your hotel, so you don't need to arrange transport to the dock. Infants can sit on an adult's lap or use a specialized seat if you're traveling with very young children.

What’s included

• All snorkeling equipment.
• entrance fee to Pele Island.
• a full BBQ lunch with local ingredients.
• bottled water and snacks throughout the day.
• afternoon coffee or tea.
• an English-speaking guide for the full eight hours.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (19 to 29 years) · Senior (30 to 85 years) · Youth (15 to 18 years) · Child (9 to 14 years) · Infant (under 9): free

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 31 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

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Nonda Extreme Tour

Is this one for you?Hotel pickup means you skip arranging transport to the dock, which works well if you're staying in Port Vila without a rental car. The eight-hour day fits families with young children and short-stay visitors who want a complete island experience (snorkeling, beach time and village life) in one booking.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (15 to 18 years); Child (9 to 14 years); Infant (under 9): free.

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's the snorkeling like at Top Rock?

Top Rock is one of Vanuatu's most celebrated snorkeling destinations, located near Saama village. You get one hour in the water to see the reef and marine life. The site blends adventure with the natural beauty of the area.

How long is the boat ride to Pele Island?

Pele Island is 18 km north of Efate, so the journey by boat takes you out into open water. The island itself is a volcanic formation in the Shefa Province known for untouched natural beauty.

What happens on the island after snorkeling?

After Top Rock, you return to Pele Island to spend time on the white sand beach, visit the local village to see real island life, and eat a BBQ lunch. An afternoon coffee or tea break rounds out the day.

Does the price include lunch and drinks?

Yes. Lunch is a BBQ meal with local flavors, and the day includes bottled water, snacks, and an afternoon coffee or tea break. Alcoholic beverages are not included.

Is hotel pickup included, or do I need to get to the dock myself?

Hotel pickup is included, so you don't need to arrange your own transport to the departure point. Public transportation options are also available nearby if you prefer.