Malakula island
Ultimate guide (December 2024)
Malakula (Malekoula) is a large island in Vanuatu, remarkable only due to its tribal groups. One tribe is peaceful and loves to dance. Another tribe is agressive, and sometimes they can even eat a stranger. However, the last confirmed case of cannibalism was in 1940. There are no good beaches on the island, but it is possible to snorkel almost everywhere. Shore and seabed: stones, sand.
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[vote] Coordinates: -16.290833, 167.456383
Hotels [edit]
On the island of Malakula, there is a limited number of hotels, and these are located mostly near the airports.
How to get there [edit]
Fly to
Port Vila international airport (VLI), and then fly to
Norsup airport (NUS) or fly to
Lamap airport (LPM) (there are two airports on the island). Next take one of the suggested tours.
When to go [edit]
The best time for a beach holiday in Malakula island is a dry season from July to October.
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7.3 86 km to the east →
8.7 98 km to the north-east ↗
7.9 100 km to the south-east ↘
7.8 110 km to the north-east ↗