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Chief Roi Mata Domain & Artok Island Tour of Vanuatu
(5) Reviews
Shefa Province
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
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Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The Lelepa Region communities have only recently developed this fascinating guided, full-day tour to Artok or Hat Island, the revered mass burial site of Chief Roi Mata and the fifty or more individuals who accompanied him to the afterlife. Immediately after Roi Mata’s burial, around 400 years ago, a prohibition was imposed on the island preventing people from residing there. The maintenance of this prohibition for over four centuries has led to the development of a unique biodiversity on the island, where a number of rare and endemic plant and animal species have found refuge. Visitors will be treated to an exclusive day-long adventure that will provide people with an appreciation of the Wo...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Buffet lunch
Afternoon tea
Local, professional guide
Coffee and/or Tea
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Transport in a fully air-conditioned vehicle
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Chief Roi Mata Domain & Artok Island Tour of Vanuatu
(5) Reviews
Shefa Province
About
The Lelepa Region communities have only recently developed this fascinating guided, full-day tour to Artok or Hat Island, the revered mass burial site of Chief Roi Mata and the fifty or more individuals who accompanied him to the afterlife. Immediately after Roi Mata’s burial, around 400 years ago, a prohibition was imposed on the island preventing people from residing there. The maintenance of this prohibition for over four centuries has led to the development of a unique biodiversity on the island, where a number of rare and endemic plant and animal species have found refuge. Visitors will be treated to an exclusive day-long adventure that will provide people with an appreciation of the Wo...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Buffet lunch
Afternoon tea
Local, professional guide
Coffee and/or Tea
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Transport in a fully air-conditioned vehicle
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Itinerary
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Lelepa
The Lelepa region communities have only recently developed this fascinating full day tour to Artok or Hat Island, the revered mass burial site of Chief Roi Mata and the fifty or more individuals who accompanied him to the afterlife.
1 hour
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Chief Roi Mata's Domain
mmediately after Roi Mata’s burial, around 400 years ago, a prohibition was imposed on the island preventing people from residing there. The maintenance of this prohibition over four centuries has led to the development of a unique biodiversity on the island, where a number of rare and endemic plant and animal species have found refuge. Visitors will be treated to an exclusive day-long adventure that will provide people with an appreciation of the World Heritage values of this spectacular island and its rich cultural and environmental history.
