Enjoy a full-day Roi Mata tour from Port Vila. This tour entails:
- The breath-taking beauty of Artok’s rich cultural landscape, protected by custom law for over 400 years
- The mass burial site of the great Chief Roi Mata, buried with over 50 members of his family and court
- A guided tour through an ancient rainforest, unique to Vanuatu
- Fels Cave, where the great chief took his last breath, and ancient rock paintings
- Picturesque afternoon tea/coffee at one of the secluded sandy beaches
- Bus transfers to and from North Efate
- Scenic boat trips to and from the World Heritage Sites
Lunch is included in your tour.
This tour is also available for clients coming off a cruise. Starts 45 minutes after the cruise ship actually berths and finishes 1 hour before scheduled departure time.
Points of Interest
- Ah Tong Motel
- Lunch included
- Afternoon tea provided
- Guidance by a local, professional guide
- Tea and coffee available
- Convenient hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Travel in comfort with air-conditioned transport
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
Only recently, the communities in the Lelepa Region have created an intriguing guided tour, lasting an entire day, to Artok or Hat Island, the sacred communal burial grounds of Chief Roi Mata and fifty plus persons who joined him in his journey to the afterlife. Post the burial of Roi Mata, around four centuries ago, the island was declared forbidden for habitation. Upholding this restriction for over four hundred years has resulted in a unique ecosystem on the island, serving as a sanctuary for numerous uncommon and endemic species of flora and fauna. Visitors are offered a one-of-a-kind day-long excursion filled with insights into the World Heritagae merits of this breathtaking island and its abundant cultural and environmental legacy. Included in this tour are lunch and transport in a fully air-conditioned vehicle.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
