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Tanna

Tanna combines observation of the active Yasur volcano with cultural visits organised by local communities. Volcanic activity, access and excursion conditions can change, so leave flexibility in the itinerary and be prepared to postpone the visit.

Mount Yasur at dusk viewed from an observation area on Tanna
Photo by たかはし(talk / Contributions) at the Japanese Wikipedia Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 3.0
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What makes it special

  • Observe Mount Yasur from designated areas.
  • Join cultural visits arranged with local communities.
  • Learn about nimalatan communal buildings and kastom practices.
Mount Yasur
Photo by Rolf Cosar Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY 2.5
Tanna
Photo by Phillip Capper from Wellington, New Zealand Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY 2.0
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Tanna

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Mount Yasur at dusk viewed from an observation area on Tanna

Tanna and Mount Yasur: planning a visit to an active volcano

On Tanna, Mount Yasur is not an ordinary viewpoint: the volcano’s condition, your guide and the time available determine whether a visit makes sense.

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Profile updated: 24/09/2026