
Culture, Cocoa & Crystal Tour
AU$130.00 / person
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About This Experience
From bean-to-bar chocolate tastings to custom dances, fire-making and a swim in the famous Blue Lagoon, this tour packs some of Vanuatu's very best experiences into one easy half-day. Finishing up with duty-free shopping, it's a fantastic introduction to the island for cruise passengers, or upgrade to a full day for a more relaxed pace with lunch included. All transport and entrance fees are taken care of.
Highlights
- Bean-to-bar chocolate tasting at a local factory
- Live cultural dances and fire-making at Pepeyo Village
- Swim or rope swing at the Blue Lagoon
- Entrance fees, transport and refreshments all included
- Half-day or full-day options available
Booking Confidence
Only 8% Deposit
Pay the rest later or on the day
Charity Donation Included
Supporting local communities
Ages
1-99
Languages
English, Bislama
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Starting from
AU$130.00 / person

