Turtle Bay Lodge - Vitouara

Oceanfront lodge in Santo with on-site PADI dive center and direct access to coral reefs and blue holes

Diving & Water Activities

Turtle Bay Lodge has a PADI Dive Centre Dive @ Turtle Bay Lodge that provides PADI training and daily scuba diving on the East Coast of Santo. Guests can snorkel the coral reef on one side of the property or kayak across to Turtle Island and the Riri and Matevulu Blue Holes. The lodge also offers kayaking, paddleboarding, and a year-round outdoor pool with sun loungers and beach access.

Dining

The Salty Dog Bar and Restaurant serves daily cocktails and an extensive menu of local seafood, organic beef and vegetables, and pizzas. Guests receive a free continental breakfast each morning that includes toast, cereals, fruit salad, lime juice, and coffee. A coffee house on site and snack bar provide additional dining options, with special diet menus available on request.

Accommodations

All fan-cooled rooms at Turtle Bay Lodge have a patio with sea views, a fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, and an en suite bathroom. Select accommodations offer air conditioning, and the family-friendly design includes babysitting services and a children's pool. Room types range from family bungalows to deluxe marquee tents with four-poster beds and outdoor showers.

Location & Excursions

Turtle Bay Lodge Vanuatu is a 20-minute drive from Luganville and a 25-minute drive from Santo-Pekoa International Airport, situated halfway to Champagne Beach. Guests can kayak directly from the lodge to the Riri and Matevulu Blue Holes, or rent a quad bike or car on-site to explore the island independently. The tour desk organizes Santo activities including diving, horse riding, and hiking to landmarks like Mount Hope and Port Olry.

Family-Friendly Amenities

Turtle Bay Lodge Luganville provides family rooms, a children's pool, babysitting services, and board games and puzzles for younger guests. The outdoor pool area includes a slide, and the restaurant offers kids' meals with generous portions. Daily activities such as snorkeling, kayaking, and turtle-spotting from the property keep families engaged without needing to leave the resort.

• Location: Waterfront, 20 min from Luganville, halfway to Champagne Beach
• Diving: On-site PADI dive center with daily scuba excursions to East Coast reefs
• Dining: Salty Dog Bar & Restaurant serving local seafood, organic beef, and pizzas
• Water sports: Kayaking, paddleboarding, snorkeling straight from the property
• Family: Babysitting, children's pool, board games, and kids' meals
• Transport: Airport shuttle, car hire, and quad bike rentals available on-site