Luxury Travel Guide: Port Vila
Travel in style with premium hotels, fine dining, private transfers, and exclusive experiences
Daily Budget: $540-1380 per day
Complete breakdown of costs for luxury travel in Port Vila
Accommodation
$250-600 per night
Upscale resorts, luxury hotels, overwater bungalows, and premium boutique properties with full amenities
Food & Dining
$80-180 per day
Resort restaurants, fine dining establishments, premium room service, and exclusive culinary experiences
Transportation
$60-200 per day
Private transfers, helicopter rides, luxury boat charters, and premium car rentals with driver
Activities
$150-400 per day
Private guided tours, exclusive diving experiences, helicopter tours, luxury spa treatments, and premium excursions
Currency: VUV Vanuatu Vatu (though USD is widely accepted in tourist areas)
Luxury Activities in Port Vila
Curated experiences perfect for your luxury travel style
Money-Saving Tips
Shop at local markets instead of resort shops - typically 60-80% cheaper for food and souvenirs
Use public buses rather than taxis for transportation - saves 70-85% on daily transport costs
Book accommodation directly with properties during low season for 20-40% discounts
Join group tours instead of private excursions - usually 50-70% less expensive per person
Eat where locals eat rather than tourist restaurants - generally 40-60% lower prices
Stay outside the main resort areas for accommodation - typically 30-50% cheaper
Bring snorkeling gear instead of renting - saves $10-25 per day on equipment rentals
Common Budget Mistakes to Avoid
Only eating at resort restaurants and tourist areas - typically costs 100-200% more than local alternatives
Taking taxis everywhere instead of using public transport - increases daily transport costs by 300-500%
Booking everything last-minute during peak season - usually 40-80% more expensive than advance booking
Not researching free activities like hiking trails and public beaches - missing out on $20-60 daily savings