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Futuna

Futuna

Futuna

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Futuna

Futuna is a small island with a population of approximately 900 people. It is the easternmost island in Vanuatu. It was formed by the uplift of an underwater volcano, which last erupted in the Pleistocene period, at least 11,000 years ago. It reaches a height of 666 m. It is sometimes called West Futuna to distinguish it from the French Futuna Island of Wallis and Futuna. Although it is part of the Melanesian country of Vanuatu it is a Polynesian outlier.

There are 5 villages on Futuna Island: Iasoa, Ipao, Matin’gi, Napoua, Mohoun’gha. The main village is Mohoun’gha, in the northwest. Ipao, in the northeast, is just west of the airport. The island has ten regions: Iraro, Itapapa, Itapasiesi, Matangi, Matowei, Nabao, Nariari, Rakaoroa, Serinao, and Tchinaroa.

The inhabitants of the island have a unique style of hymn singing and dance, established by 19th century missionaries, which is distinctive among Pacific islands. They also have a very intricate form of weaving creating some of the most popular handicrafts in Vanuatu.   

Accommodation in Futuna is in village homes – there is no commercial guest house or bungalows. Visitors should bring their own food supplies, beverages and some extra tea, coffee, and sugar that can be left behind as a small gift.

Getting Here

Futuna Airport is a small airstrip and is located west of Iasoa village, Futuna has two flights every week and all flights pass through Tanna. There is no trucks available on the island. Futuna also has a bay called the Herald Bay where all passenger and cargo boats dock at.

Check out the Air Vanuatu  website for more information on flights.  

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