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Bars & Nightlife The guide was updated: 2024-07-09

A night out in Vanuatu always begins with a 'shell.' A shell is a drink of Kava made from the root of a plant similar to the pepper tree. Vanuatu Kava is renowned for being the strongest in the world, boasting 32 active components. However, it's important to know that Kava is not an alcoholic drink. It is an intoxicant, the only legal narcotic in the world. It is not addictive, nor does it have damaging side effects. As a matter of fact, its taste isn't nice at all, so drink it and then follow it with a sweet chaser. For it to have any effect, the locals recommend drinking two to three shells over a few minutes on an empty stomach.

Melanesian Nights

Melanesian Nights

Melanesian Nights are held regularly at most major resorts and hotels. These nights include kastom dancing, kava drinking, local string bands, and traditional food. Ask your hotel for more details.

Elektrorock Musik Bar

Elektrorock Musik Bar

Elektrorock is claimed to be the best nightclub in Port Vila. It's popular among locals and tourists alike. Here you can dance all night long and listen to the music played by the DJ.

Waterfront Bar and Grill

Waterfront Bar and Grill

Port Vila might not have the best nightlife, but if you would like to have a few drinks and a bit of a boogie, you can head to the Waterfront Bar and Grill Restaurant. The Waterfront Bar and Grill is the focus of cruising yacht activities in Port Vila, and one of Port Vila’s most popular places to dine, dance and enjoy live entertainment.

Banyan Beach Bar

Banyan Beach Bar

Port Vila's only white sand bar, Banyan Beach Bar is centrally located. The great music, cocktails and snacks are everything that you need for a relaxing night outside after a day at the beach.

Nakamals

Nakamals

Port Vila, along with Luganville on Santo island, has loads of kava bars, locally known as Nakamals. Ask your hotel for the best one to visit. Some of the most popular ones include Ronnie’s Nakamal in Nambatu, the Red Light Nakamal near the hospital and Crows Nest Nakamal.

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