Erromango Island
Vanuatu volcanic island with rainforests and sparse population
Erromango, a volcanic island in Vanuatu's Tafea Province, has rainforest interior, black-sand beaches and remote villages; travelers come for hiking, snorkeling and to experience Ni-Vanuatu village life away from major tourist routes.
Erromango at a Glance#
Address: Erromango Island, Tafea Province, Vanuatu
Hours: Accessible at all times subject to transport schedules
Admission: No national park fees known; local services and flights vary.
How to Get to Erromango#
Access is by domestic flights from Port Vila or by inter-island boat services; schedules are infrequent and vary by season-book through local operators.
Tips for Visiting Erromango#
- If planning to travel to Erromango, check inter-island flights and freight schedules in advance-air service can be infrequent.
- Bring cash and supplies-shops and services on remote islands are limited and provisioning is essential.
- Respect local protocols and landowner arrangements-some parts of the island are custom land and require permission.
Best Time to Visit Erromango#
Best in the dry season (May-October) for calmer seas and more reliable inter-island transport.
Weather & Climate near Erromango#
Erromango's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 17°C to 29°C. Heavy rainfall (2146 mm/year), wettest in March.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 22° - 29° | 25° | 216 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 22° - 29° | 26° | 260 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 22° - 28° | 25° | 309 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 21° - 27° | 24° | 217 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 20° - 26° | 23° | 221 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 19° - 25° | 22° | 136 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 17° - 24° | 21° | 163 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 17° - 24° | 21° | 139 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 17° - 25° | 21° | 97 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 19° - 26° | 22° | 92 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 20° - 27° | 24° | 140 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 21° - 28° | 25° | 156 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |