Espiritu Santo

Espiritu Santo is the largest island in the nation of Vanuatu. It belongs to the archipelago of the New Hebrides in the Pacific region of Melanesia.

Champagne Bay has a beautiful white sand beach and is located on the north-eastern coast of the island. Sharks have been known to attack swimmers and there are some dangerous currents so be sure to ask the locals before jumping in. There are also many other beautiful and isolated beaches around the island.

The nearby Blue Lagoon is a tranquil spot with crystal clear fresh water.

Espiritu Santo is a diver's paradise with a multitude of sites and wrecks. It's most famous wreck, the President Coolidge, is known for being the largest accessible wreck dive in the world. It requires experience with deep dives and wreck penetration to safely explore.

Another famous dive site is Million Dollar Point where the United States military dumped all of its equipment into the sea after WWII.

Millennium Cave was discovered in 2000. Tourists can make the trek to this large bat-filled cave and then relax while tubing back to their starting point along a lazy river.

Other activities popular with visitors include snorkelling, fishing, beach volleyball, swimming, relaxing on the beach and exploring the island.

Natives from a nearby village visit the bay to sell their goods when a ship is anchored.

Restaurants around the island serve a mix of Australian, French, seafood, Asian and Chinese dishes, along with Pacific Rim, a combination of Pacific Island foods, Asian cooking techniques, California freshness, and a host of other cultural and culinary influences.

Cruise ships anchor and tender passengers ashore to Champagne Bay.