Island Experiences

Experience the East Coast of Santo

Blue holes, iconic beaches and island days — there’s something here for everyone.

Some days you’ll want a guide and a plan; others, just a kayak and no plan at all. Everything below can be arranged at reception — most of it right from the lodge.

Island Experiences

The highlights

Four favourites to start with — then explore the rest below. Blue holes, beaches and island days — there’s something here for everyone.

Champagne Beach white sand and turquoise water, Espiritu Santo

Champagne Beach

A crescent of white sand that Lonely Planet named among the world's finest.

Jackie's blue hole, Santo, Vanuatu

The Blue Holes

Freshwater springs of impossible turquoise, hidden inside emerald jungle.

Kayaking on the calm bay at Turtle Bay Lodge, Espiritu Santo

Kayaks & Stand-Up Paddleboards

Free for guests in the bay — or paddle the river to Matevulu Blue Hole.

Quad bikes for exploring Santo from Turtle Bay Lodge

Quad Bikes & Buggy Hire

Quad bikes and road buggies — explore the East Coast under your own steam.

On-site

At the resort

Swim and snorkel straight off the steps, laze on the upgraded pool decks, or grab a kayak for the bay — the in-between hours are easy here.

Swimming in the bay is safe and easy, with access steps all around the resort and a mostly sandy seabed — reef shoes are a good idea, and we keep spare pairs in the watersports room.

Snorkelling gear is available at reception. The calm bay suits beginners, while the best snorkelling lies about 80 metres offshore along the reef drop-off — competent swimmers only, fins strongly recommended.

Kayaks and stand-up paddleboards are free for house guests in the bay (8am–4pm).

Swimming pool and deck overlooking the bay, Turtle Bay Lodge

Discover the Island

20+ tours & day trips →

Best rate, always

Book direct — real people, personal service, faster help

Best rate, no booking fees, breakfast included — and real people who’ll help when the booking portals say sold out.

Guest App

The Guest Experience App

Pre-book your dives and tours, browse the Salty Dog menu, find local guides and pick up a little Bislama — all from your phone.

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