Sightseeing and culture mingle happily with adventure sports in this eclectic and exotic playground.
Sheltered by Devil's Point on the west and Pango Point on the east, Mele Bay is a gorgeous crescent of beach where silver blonde sand meets turquoise water. Only fifteen minutes from Port Vila, this pretty bay is at the centre of beach life with attractions, activities and a host of entertainment options to suit all kinds of visitors.Get your day off to a flying start and tour the aromatic Tanna Coffee Factory. Gain an insight into the volcanic process used to create the award-winning organic blend as you sip on a cup of 100% Arabica coffee from Tanna Island. Caffeine addiction sorted, it’s time to get down to some serious sightseeing.From here, inhale the stunning scenery on the short trip up to Mele Cascades. This is the spot for an invigorating waterfall massage or a refreshing dip in the clear rock pools. Next it’s onto The Summit Gardens, the largest tropical gardens in the South Pacific. At 200 metres above sea level, the gardens have some of the best views of Mele village and the surrounding landscape. Drink in the sights and sounds of over a thousand different species as you wander through the colourful flora. Tour the garden’s Essential Oils Distillery to discover how beauty products are made from local trees and plants. This is a blissfully tranquil retreat that will re-invigorate the mind and re-energise the body.Looking for something with a little more bite? Adjacent to these peaceful gardens is an adrenaline junkie’s dream. Whizz along a 200-metre long zip line at 80 metres above the forest canopy before abseiling down a 50-metre secret waterfall. Alternatively, zorb your way to the bottom of the hill in a 2.5-metre inflatable hydro ball. Fast, wet and terrific fun!If you still have some energy left, make a beeline for the beach. Mele Bay is bursting with exciting water activities such as scuba diving, snorkelling and glass-bottom kayaking. Dive into the deep blue ocean and swim among a myriad of tropical fish as you explore the pretty coral reefs.Finally, finish off your day with a tour around the Seven Seas Brewery. This microbrewery was the first of its kind in Vanuatu and has a range of delicious beers including Texican, Boots Lager, and Happy Dog Porter. Soak it all up with some delicious fare in the adjacent War Horse Saloon restaurant. With a great menu including seafood, burgers and Mexican food, there is something for everyone.
