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Aore

Island

Near Espiritu Santo in Vanuatu, a low coral island with coastal villages, resorts and dive access; visitors use it as a base for snorkeling, boat trips and nearby wreck and reef diving.

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Aore essentials

Country: Vanuatu
Driest months: Jul-Sep
Pay in: Vatu (Vt)
Language: Bislama

Aore at a Glance

About Aore

Aore is a small island in Sanma Province of Vanuatu, located close to Espiritu Santo. The island is known locally for its shoreline and marine access and is used for tourism activities such as snorkeling, diving and short-stay resorts.

Aore sits a short distance off the coast of Espiritu Santo and is served by boat from the provincial town of Luganville. Its proximity to Santo’s reefs and wreck-dive sites makes it a practical base for recreational diving and day excursions.

  • Access: The island lies a short boat ride from the town of Luganville on Espiritu Santo and is commonly used for short resort stays and day trips.
Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Aore

Best visited during the dry season for reliable sea conditions and island hopping.

Dry Season
May-Oct · 24-28°C (75-82°F)
Later-season trade winds bring clearer skies and easier boat travel.
Wet Season
Nov-Apr · 25-31°C (77-88°F)
Warmer with increased rain and cyclone risk; travel can be disrupted.

Weather & Climate near Aore

Climate

Aore's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (2803 mm/year), wettest in March.

Air Quality: AQI 20 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 23° - 30° 27° 339 mm - - 2.3 m/s - -
February - 23° - 30° 27° 340 mm - - 2.2 m/s - -
March - 23° - 30° 27° 390 mm - - 2.4 m/s - -
April - 23° - 29° 26° 299 mm - - 2.3 m/s - -
May - 22° - 29° 25° 187 mm - - 2.5 m/s - -
June - 22° - 28° 25° 223 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
July - 21° - 27° 24° 142 mm - - 2.9 m/s - -
August - 21° - 27° 24° 120 mm - - 3.1 m/s - -
September - 21° - 28° 24° 172 mm - - 2.9 m/s - -
October - 22° - 29° 25° 211 mm - - 2.7 m/s - -
November - 22° - 30° 26° 184 mm - - 2.7 m/s - -
December - 23° - 30° 26° 196 mm - - 2.7 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Aore

Aore is reached by local boat from Luganville, Santo’s main town. Regular short ferry or charter services operate; travel time varies by operator and sea conditions.

Tips for Visiting Aore

  • Inter-island boat services are irregular; confirm schedules locally and allow flexibility for weather delays.
  • Respect local customs: small island communities in Vanuatu have distinct social protocols for visitors.