Champagne Bay, Vanuatu
A holiday is Vanuatu is full of fun and joy. The climate is tropical with great weather all year round and you are surrounded by nature. To make the most of Vanuatu holidays, make Champagne Bay your base. Go for jungle safaris and visit the Mele Cascades for a memorable experience of walking under them and into a cave. Champagne beach and the beaches in Espiritu Santo rank among the most beautiful beaches in the world. Champagne holidays are great for escaping the humdrum city life to forget your worries for some time.
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Featured Shore Tours from Champagne Bay
More about Champagne Bay
Docking / Disembarkation
Tenders from the ship will provide a regular service throughout the day to and from Champagne Bay.
Taxis
There are no taxis available at Champagne Bay.
Shopping
Trinkets, handicrafts, sarongs, woven hats, floral shirts and other locally made items are available for purchase from stalls set up near the beach. Please ensure that the items you purchase do not contravene Australia’s or New Zealand’s strict quarantine laws.
Dining
It is forbidden to bring food of any kind off the ship, except for bottled water. Please be advised food and drinks are sometimes available for purchase ashore in Champagne Bay. The condition and method of preparation of food and drinks cannot be monitored by P&O Cruises.
With that in mind, passengers are advised that if they purchase or consume food they do so entirely at their own risk.
Lunch will be served onboard the ship. Please refer to your daily onboard newsletter for timings.
Climate
The northern part of Vanuatu has a sunny, humid tropical climate, refreshed by sea breezes and fairly regular rain showers. The dry season is May to October. Make sure you stay hydrated and protected from the sun.
Tipping
Tipping is not customary in Vanuatu, nor is bargaining.
Credit Cards
Credit cards are not accepted in or around Champagne Bay, small amounts of cash can be exchanged on board if you wish to purchase items from the stalls.
Telephones International and Local
Not available.
What To Wear Ashore
To make your day ashore as enjoyable as possible, wear comfortable, flat soled shoes, lightweight clothes and a hat, and bring along some sunscreen, insect repellent and bottled water. It’s also a good idea to bring an umbrella. Don’t forget your swimwear and a towel. Nude or topless bathing is NOT permitted on the beach.
Shore Tours
P&O Cruises does not offer organised Shore Tours at Champagne Bay.
Environment
Whatever you decide to do after your visit to Champagne Bay or any island port of call, please bring your rubbish back to the ship with you – that includes dead camera batteries.
Tips
In case of emergency while you are ashore please contact the nearest crew member. Alternatively, the P&O Cruises Port Agent for Champagne Bay is:
South Sea Shipping Ltd
Lini Highway Port Vila Vanuatu
PH: (678) 22 205
FAX: (678) 23 304
How to book
To take advantage of our fantastic low cost cruises, book now. Visit your travel agent or call 13 24 94 for Australian bookings or 0800 780 716 for New Zealand bookings.
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