Ambrym

Tourists are attracted by Ambrym's unique features: the two twin active volcanoes, Marum and Benbow, the tropical vegetation, and the customs of the local villagers. Accommodations are melanesian traditional bungalows, with very basic amenities, and welcoming hosts ready to make you feel at home.

Tours can be organized by the bungalow owners ranging from volcano trekking, cultural performances, sand drawing, village tours, bush trekking and more.

The most popular period for festivals and events start in June and end in August with the likes of Yam and Magic festival, and Back to my Roots festival which take place in the northern area of the island. These are events where you will witness the full kastom charisma, power, and beauty of the island and its people.

Highlights

Tourists are attracted by Ambrym's signatory features which are the cultural festivals that happen every mid-year, and Ambrym's twin active volcanoes, Marum and Benbow w...

Accommodation and Tour Information

Accommodations are melanesian traditional bungalows or island style bungalows with very basic amenities. You will be met by your hosts on arrival, who are ready to make y...

Events

The festival features welcoming custom dances, tam tam drumming, magic shows, flute demonstrations and sand drawing. As well as men and women’s custom dances, f

Getting There

Getting to Ambrym is easy with options ranging from regular flights to the island with Air Vanuatu, Air Melanesia and Bel Airways, Ratua Airlines and Air Taxi. The islan...

Cultural Information

Tam Tam, rom dance and sand drawing play a significant role in the culture and traditional art of Ambrym.

Map

Getting to Ambrym is easy with options ranging from regular flights to the island with Air Vanuatu, Air Melanesia and Bel Airways, Ratua Airlines and Air Taxi.