Do you ever wish to escape on a deserted island in the South Pacific? Well, Mystery Island travel is the closest I have ever come to that wish. Overall, this uninhabited island makes for a great daytrip to enjoy its relaxed setting, with awesome beaches for snorkeling and swimming. As an Acupuncturist-at-Sea, I spent a couple days exploring here and love sharing Mystery Island travel tips.
Mystery Island Background
As the southernmost island of Vanuatu, this small island is uninhabited with no cars. It is just 1 km long and 200 meters wide. Furthermore, the beach village is called Aneityum, with markets and food stands. The island is surrounded by beautiful coral reefs for snorkeling. Also, interestingly the name Mystery Island was bestowed by Queen Elizabeth II. The story goes that she called it “Mystery Island,” after visiting in 1975 on the Royal Yacht Brittania. Cruise ships anchor in the bay, stopping here for day excursions. Also, Air Vanuatu flies here from Port Vila, landing on the grass landing field.
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Mystery Island Travel Tips
Swim or snorkel the pristine beaches.
Rent a stand-up paddle board or canoe.
Get a massage at the thatched massage hut under a palm tree by the sea.
Make a photo stop at the “Cannibal Pot.”
Enjoy some Kava in the tropical breeze.
Meet the local children and hear them sing!
Browse the local markets for souvenirs, produce, postcards and swimming gear. It’s good to support the Vanuatu people.
Explore the tropical plant life and endemic flora.
Finally, watch a plane land or take off at the Mystery Island Airport’s grass runway.
Overall…
I love spending time on Mystery Island. It always rejuvenates me and helps me just relax into a happy place. The palm trees, pristine beaches and no cars makes for a romantic getaway to a (somewhat) deserted island.
