The most beautiful natural sites to discover Vao

It is here that dugout expeditions begin, in the pretty bay of Saint-Joseph with its numerous coral islands in the shape of a mushroom. It is not uncommon to see a few of them while passing by, but they almost disappeared once upon a time. Having become obsolete, these boats were replaced by motor boats, before becoming fashionable again in the 1990s. Some fishermen perpetuate the tradition today and also offer trips in Upi Bay (to be booked through your accommodation).

A trip by Melanesian canoe in Upi Bay is a must to see the wonderful site and its numerous coral "potatoes" in the shape of a giant mushroom. Dolphins and turtles are often seen there. The departure is early in the morning to the bay of St. Joseph, where you embark before sailing 1h30 in a dream setting (without engine when the wind allows it). Then, you can walk 30 to 45 min under the shade of the trees until the natural swimming pool of Oro, where we spend the rest of the day before the return shuttle. Idyllic.