Lapita Beach, Aore Island, Vanuatu

A Hidden Paradise Aore Island

Lapita Beach sits on Aore Island in the northern Sanma Province of Vanuatu, just across the water from Espiritu Santo. Sharing a similar latitude to Port Douglas in Australia, this quiet corner of the South Pacific feels a world away from busy resorts and crowded beaches.

Aore is often described as one of the most beautiful islands in Vanuatu — white sandy beaches, clear turquoise water, healthy coral reefs, and the warm, welcoming nature of the local Ni-Vanuatu people. Swaying palms, lush tropical vegetation and spectacular sunsets are part of everyday life here.

Our private estate runs along the lagoon and includes access to a protected marine reserve, so beachfront accommodation and excellent snorkelling sit side by side. Nemo Bay, one of the highlights of the area, is a short boat ride away.

The island is roughly 11 kilometres long, in sheltered water between Espiritu Santo, Malo and the surrounding channels. Formed by volcanic activity and later coral growth, Aore offers dense tropical vegetation inland and vibrant coral gardens just offshore.

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At Lapita Beach we keep things simple and personal. Guests come for the quiet beachfront setting, the private marine reserve, and a more authentic side of Vanuatu, away from the larger tourist centres.

Whether you are visiting for a few days or longer, Lapita Beach is a peaceful base on one of Vanuatu’s most beautiful islands.

Get in touch

Website: www.lapitabeach.com
WhatsApp: +678 598 0005
Email: [email protected]

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A little bit about Vanuatu

Vanuatu is a Y-shaped archipelago of roughly 83 islands in the south-western Pacific, about 1,750 kilometres east of Australia and 500 kilometres north-east of New Caledonia. The Republic of Vanuatu lies between 13° and 23° S and 166° and 172° E, with a total land area of approximately 12,200 square kilometres and territorial waters covering around 450,000 square kilometres.

The climate ranges from tropical to subtropical depending on exposure to trade winds, elevation and latitude. Average midday temperatures in Port Vila are 29°C in summer and 25°C in winter. In Luganville, further north, they range from 33°C in summer to 26°C in winter. Maritime influence and the south-east trade winds moderate the heat year-round. Annual rainfall ranges from about 2,350mm in the south to 3,900mm in the north.