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Vanuatu Travel Guide

Map of Vanuatu

Explore the islands and provinces of Vanuatu — from Espiritu Santo and Aore Island in the north to Efate, Port Vila and Tanna in the south.

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Where is Vanuatu?

Vanuatu on the Map

Vanuatu is a chain of 80-plus islands in the South Pacific, east of Australia and north-east of New Caledonia.

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The provinces

The Islands & Provinces of Vanuatu

Vanuatu is divided into six provinces. Here are the key islands travellers visit.

Espiritu Santo & Aore (Sanma)

The largest island and adventure capital — diving, blue holes and the Nemo Bay reserve.

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Efate & Port Vila (Shefa)

Home to the capital Port Vila — the main international gateway to Vanuatu.

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Tanna (Tafea)

Famous for the accessible, active Mount Yasur volcano in the south.

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In the north

Finding Aore Island on the Map

Aore Island lies in the Segond Channel just off Luganville, the main town of Espiritu Santo in Vanuatu’s north. It’s a 5–10 minute boat ride from the Luganville waterfront.

Use the map above to explore the islands, then see our Aore Island guide for how to get there.

Good to know

Vanuatu Map FAQs

Where is Vanuatu located?
Vanuatu is a South Pacific island nation east of Australia and north-east of New Caledonia, made up of 80-plus islands.
How many provinces does Vanuatu have?
Six: Torba, Sanma, Penama, Malampa, Shefa and Tafea. Espiritu Santo is in Sanma; Port Vila is in Shefa.
Where is Aore Island on the map of Vanuatu?
Aore Island is in the north, in the Segond Channel just off Luganville on Espiritu Santo.

Ready to Explore Vanuatu?

Base yourself on Espiritu Santo and discover the islands with Lapita Beach.

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