Bokissa Island

Travel Guide

A turquoise sea with boats anchored.
A wooden deck with red lounge chairs overlooking a beach.
A carved wooden post with a face, a tree, and a building in the background.
A diver underwater.
A wooden deck with a thatched roof structure, surrounded by tropical vegetation.

Plan a family vacation, honeymoon or destination wedding at this exquisite private island resort off the coast of Espiritu SantoOpens in a new window.

Book your tropical vacation getaway or event at Bokissa Island Resort, on one of Vanuatu’s small private islands. Then relax and enjoy the diverse activities in this South Pacific retreat.

Snorkel gear is included in your accommodations package. Underwater, see manatee-like dugongs and reef sharks, go on a turtle dive and float around while gazing through the incredibly clear water at 100-year-old coral and colorful tropical fish. Take scuba training at the Dive Academy from PADI-certified instructors. Arrange a deeper dive at the SS President Coolidge, a luxury liner that sank while serving as a troop ship during World War II, or at the Henry Bonneaud in 100 to 130 feet (30 to 40 meters) of clear water near the Bokissa wharf.

Have the resort arrange a fishing outing. You can expect to catch tuna, mackerel, wahoo, mahi mahi, sailfish or marlin in the deep waters away from shore. Kayak around the island, viewing deserted beaches and thick jungle. Join an outing to nearby Espiritu Santo to snorkel in a blue hole or paddle up the Malo River.

On the shore, sunbathe on soft white sands, relax at the pool, doze in a swaying hammock or have a massage under the palm trees while you listen to the gentle ocean waves. Trek into the 175 acres (70 hectares) of rainforest on a nighttime tour to see endangered coconut crabs climbing trees. These fascinating creatures can grow to over 3 feet (1 meter) wide. Look for wild orchids, exotic birds and island wildlife.

The resort’s restaurant offers meals of fresh seafood, local island produce and beef raised on Espiritu Santo. This service, including afternoon tea, is part of your accommodations package. Relax with cocktails or kava.

When you book your stay, provide flight information for the resort to arrange pickup from Santo-Pekoa International Airport on Espiritu Santo and transportation to the island. Make Bokissa Island Resort your choice for a very relaxing vacation in the beautiful South Pacific Vanuatu islands.

Bokissa Private Island Resort

Bokissa Private Island Resort

3 out of 5
Bokissa Island Bokissa Island Bokissa
Book a stay at this beach resort in Bokissa Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attraction SS President Coolidge is located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
Stunningly beautiful small and private resort
"We stayed for 5 nights, which I think was about perfect - enough time to relax but not so long that we were bored on such a small island. The reef was beautiful and had lots of different corals, along with loads of fish. We don't dive so we snorkelled each day. We took our own masks but used Bokissa's ..."

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2014

Bokissa Private Island Resort
The Espiritu

The Espiritu

3 out of 5
Rue de Luganville Luganville Espiritu Santo
$134 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Sep 26 to Sep 27
$155 total
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Luganville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Unity Park and Luganville Market ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (155 reviews)
"This is an easy recommendation - very professionally run with great staff. Excellent beds and rooms - currently renos have just about finished so all rooms are new. Central to Luganville. A really easy place to have a base for all the sightseeing and adventuring that Santo offers."

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2026

The Espiritu
Beachfront Resort

Beachfront Resort

3 out of 5
Red Corner Luganville Espiritu Santo
$95 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
$111 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Luganville. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Luganville Market and Unity Park ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (119 reviews)
"The reception and staff were so helpful and attentive to guest’s request."

Reviewed on Sep 4, 2026

Beachfront Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aore Breeze

Aore Breeze

2.5 out of 5
Aore Point Aore Island
Book a stay at this beach cabin in Aore Island. Enjoy free breakfast, a private beach, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions SS President Coolidge ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"Rooms are excellent, host was great. Was a bit of a windy spot. Had a restaurant but not open for 1 room out of 4 occupied. I would come back."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2026

Aore Breeze
Bombua Beach House

Bombua Beach House

3 out of 5
Canal Road Luganville Sanma Province
Book a stay at this beach villa in Luganville. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions SS President Coolidge and Santo ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"We had 4 amazing days in Bombua Beach Hotel and Restaurant in Espiritu Santo Island in Vanuatu. Our Garden View villa was beautiful, very well designed and appointed. We loved its comfort and cosiness, high quality modern furniture, very comfy king bed with lovely linens and speedy Starlink internet. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026

Bombua Beach House
Private Beachfront Paradise on Aore Island

Private Beachfront Paradise on Aore Island

Aore Island Sanma
Book a stay at this beach villa in Aore Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Luganville Market and Unity Park are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"Great spot so quiet and peaceful Hosts were great Loved the beach walks and the serenity"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026

Private Beachfront Paradise on Aore Island
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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