By booking both bungalows you can have exclusive access and have the place to yourselves.
We can help arrange some off the beaten track adventures, such as a visit to a local village, Kava bar, or a nearby island.
We are just 10-15 minutes from town, and along a beautiful stretch of coastline.
You can hire a car and explore at your own pace or hire a taxi.
We have 2 bikes for your complimentary use.
Enjoy island time and the beauty of doing nothing.
Santo is full of incredible natural beauty and experiences. Including horse riding on the beach, seeing a Dugong, diving the famous Cooliage, or catch that dream fish, plus many more adventures.
Santo is largely untouched by tourism which we believe is perfect and adds to the beauty of this island. Most places you will have to yourself. You will find untouched beauty, amazing friendly people and an authentic experience.
Lope Lope Beach Bungalows are the perfect "home base " for your holiday. We are on the beach and 15 minutes out of town.
And a few minutes drive away from 3 fishing charters.
Santo is the perfect place to reconnect and appreciate the simple joys in life. Enjoy trips to gorgeous beaches and blue holes, snorkelling and kayaking.
Simple is always the best.
Enjoy a relaxed meal at "home". Often the simple moments and meals are the best.
Santo is famous for it's beef, highly recommend a BBQ and some Santo eye fillet.
If you are in the medical profession and wish to volunteer or visit the local hospital please ask. Sue is a nurse and Midwife and visits weekly, to give out baby gift packs with Linda from Lindas Vanuatu Newborns. Donations of basic medical supplies or baby clothes, etc very gratefully accepted.
Let us know if you would like to visit a local school to give donations.
Please let us know if you are celebrating a special occasion and would like any help with arrangements.
If you are just holidaying in Santo we would recommend you fly with Solomon's airlines
Monday IE722 Honiara - Santo
Tuesday IE711 Auckland-Port Vila- Santo
Thursday IE726 Brisbane - Santo
Virgin,Qantas and Jetstarn now all also offers flights to Vanuatu from Australia ( via Port Vila) but currently
domestic flights can only be booked 2 weeks in advance
Vanuatu is made up of 83 islands, We are in the northern part of Vanuatu and not on the main island.
*Airport code SON
A good tip when packing is to pack in your carry on luggage a change of clothes, swimmers, toothbrush and any important medication, just in case your luggage gets delayed. This way you can still jump straight into holiday mode- while we help with get your luggage sorted.
The Climate in Santo is very pleasant and you will generally only need summer clothing, shirts and shorts, summer dresses, and swimmers.
Other items-
Rash shirt
Sun hat
reef shoes
sarong - or buy one at the local markets
your medication
insect repellant
In the cooler season between May to October you might like to pack a long sleeved shirt or light jacket for the evenings.
Unfortunately accidents happen or you get sick while on holidays. We recommend you take out travel insurance.
If you need first aid I am a nurse and can offer some assistance and if needed we can take you to the local clinic or hospital or call the local ambulance service.
We are not on the main island, therefore if you fly to Port Vila first you need a connecting domestic flight to Santo (60 minute flight).
The main town in Santo is called Luganville.
The easiest way to get to Santo is via air Solomons.
We are on the east coast of Santo.
about 20 minutes from the airport and 15 minutes from town.
If you book directly with us you will receive complimentary airport transfers.
If you would like to visit a local village, or school or even the hospital to give some donations please let us know, so we can try and help with the arrangements.
- Lindas newborns Vanuatu ( follow on Facebook) - Sue and Linda visit weekly to give out packs for the babies of some new born clothing/ wraps/ reusable nappies
- school donations include writing books, pencils, balls etc, wooden puzzles.
-bandaids ( not the plastic ones, as they don't stick in the Vanuatu heat)
For your groceries, we recommend the following shops:
-LCM - Santo's most complete little supermarket, has pantry items, BBQ hot chicken, fresh bread, some fresh fruit and vegetables, and meat and fish.
-Daming - General food and butcher.
-Wong CC's - General food and butcher.
-Mummas market - Fresh stock of organic seasonal fruits and vegetables, take coins or small notes.
-Paradise Meats- Butcher.
We will supply a continental breakfast for your first morning, which will include fresh seasonal fruit, yoghurt, cereal, bread, tea coffee and juice.
Please let us know prior to your arrival if you have any food allergies.
Santo has many dinning out options, a few resorts nearby such as barrier beach (adults only) or turtle bay and black pearl ( family friendly)
Or head into town and there's natangora cafe, the Tui restaurant, or Thai cuisine, plus more.
Or if you want a home cooked style meal but with out the hassle of shopping and cooking we can recommend Natanara Kitchen, which will deliver meals ( with notice), if you want this arranged prior to your arrival please contact us to send you the menu.
If you would like a pantry shop arranged prior to your arrival, please contact us to arrange and discuss.
In Vanuatu the currency is Vatu
You can exchange money at the banks or ask us for other options. There are a few ATMs in town
Getting travel insurance prior to travel is highly recommended, some credit cards will provide free travel insurance.
Please reach us at sue@lopelopebeachbungalows.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
We are child friendly and believe Santo is the perfect place to recharge and disconnect.
To make your stay more comfortable with little ones, we have a cot, high chairs, plastic plates etc.
Please email us directly to book.
Once you book online you will be sent an email to pay deposit of 50% of stay, this must be paid within 1 week of booking to secure booking.
Direct bookings will receive complimentary airport transfers.
Remainder of booking to be paid 15 days prior to stay.
Contact us for Bookings over 7 days for a discount.
For cancellations more then 30 days in advance a full refund offered.
For cancellations within 15 days 50% of the booking will be charged.
Cancellations made within 7 days or no show the full booking will be charged.
Rate is in VATU (Vanuatu currency) and inclusive of tax (VAT)
We recommend you take out travel insurance.
We do not have a lifeguard on duty, and our pool area is not fenced. Guests must take full responsibility for their own and families safety.
No glass allowed in Pool area- quality unbreakable glassware provided.
No diving - pool depth 1.5 meters.
We have WIFI complimentary in each bungalow.
The WIFI is affected by the weather.
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