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Wala Vanuatu Cruise Port Guide
Location:
This is a tender port.
Wala is located off the NE coast of Malakula Island, Vanuatu. Ships can anchor between the tiny islands of Wala - a coral atoll - and Rano, so you are free to relax on pure white beaches and swim or enjoy snorkelling in the translucent waters of either island.
Cruise calendar for this port.
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Sightseeing:
The island residents are gracious in allowing tourists to tour the island, as they consider the island to be taboo for non-natives. You can take a guided tour through the village to see cooking and hunting demonstrations, perhaps enjoy a traditional ceremony, or simply learn about their centuries-old history. The locals are renowned for their magnificent dancing displays and these are not be missed. It's a great place to obtain some very good quality handicrafts from the local markets and stores.
Reef shoes are advisable for swimming and snorkelling.
Tours Excursions Transportation:
There are outriggers that the islanders will take you out on for about $5pp.
The villagers meet you at the tender dock and take you on a tour of the 3 or 4 villages on the Island, with lots of demonstrations of local customs and crafts on the way. Most of the places have a box or something out to collect the coins.
Nearby Places:
Shopping and Food
Currency:
The local currency is the Vatu (VT), which is worth approximately 1 US cent or 0,7 Euro cents.
Tipping is not expected in Vanuatu, nor is haggling or bargaining.
Communication:
There are three official languages: English, French and Bislama.
Opening Hours and Holidays:
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