Reef Explorer Glass Bottom Boat
Dry reef viewing through panoramic windows — ideal if you have kids, non-swimmers, or a shorter window ashore. Under 5s free.
From $65 AUD (13+) · $32 (6–12)
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Every cruise-day tour is under 2 hours. Book direct from the Seafront — timed around your all-aboard, with a full refund if your ship does not call.
⭐ 4.9 Stars · 3 min walk from the tender berth · Live online booking
Cruise-day tours
All four options are under 2 hours. Open a tour for live calendar times, or message us on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.
Dry reef viewing through panoramic windows — ideal if you have kids, non-swimmers, or a shorter window ashore. Under 5s free.
From $65 AUD (13+) · $32 (6–12)
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Fast boat from downtown to guided snorkelling near Iririki — still comfortable for most morning port calls with buffer to walk back.
From $81 AUD · Kids $56
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Guided snorkel over coral gardens at Paradise Cove (Wotarua). Best when you have a solid morning or afternoon window in port.
From $112.50 AUD · Kids $81
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High-speed harbour spins when you want maximum fun in minimum time — or as a second activity after a reef tour.
$81 AUD per seat
See Live AvailabilityWhy cruise guests book with us
Ship excursions often run long and cost more. We keep it short, local, and timed around your all-aboard.
Guarantee
Back-to-ship guarantee
Share your ship name and all-aboard time. We only confirm a departure that returns you with a clear buffer before you need to be aboard.
Peace of mind
100% refund if ship skips port
If your cruise does not arrive in Port Vila, your booking is fully refunded. No arguing with a shore-ex desk.
Every tour under 2 hours
From a 20-minute jet ride to a 90-minute snorkel — plenty of time left to shop, walk town, or simply get back early.
Fully insured local operator
You are booking a licensed Port Vila operator with full insurance cover — the same peace of mind people look for when booking through the ship.
Wherewolf waiver before you arrive
After you book, complete our Wherewolf digital waiver on your phone. Prefill before you arrive and check-in becomes a quick meet and greet — then straight onto the boat.
Book direct — live availability
See real departure times online and pay in AUD. No ship markup, no mystery coach stop. WhatsApp us if you want help picking a slot.
Easy from the tender dock
Meet us next to Nambawan Cafe on the Port Vila Seafront. You are already in town — shops and cafes all around — so there is no taxi or bus ride. Just an easy flat walk from the tender berth to our office.
How your cruise day works
Book, then complete your Wherewolf waiver
Reserve online or message us on WhatsApp. After booking you will get our Wherewolf digital waiver — fill it in before you arrive so check-in is just a quick meet and greet, then straight onto the boat.
Meet us at the Seafront
Next to Nambawan Cafe — about a 3-minute walk from the seafront tender berth. You are in town already, so no taxi or bus is needed.
Tour, then back with buffer
We aim for you to be back at the tender area at least 45 minutes before all-aboard. That is the buffer we plan around.
Before you book
Yes — that is the point of this page. Every tour here is under 2 hours. Tell us your all-aboard time and we only confirm a departure that returns you with buffer. That is our back-to-ship guarantee.
If your ship does not arrive in Port Vila, you get a 100% refund on your booking with us.
Yes. Watersports Port Vila is a fully insured local operator. You are not booking an informal pier tout — you are booking a established Seafront business with live online payments.
Yes. After you book, complete our Wherewolf digital waiver on your phone before you arrive. When it is already filled in, check-in is a simple meet and greet — then you are on the boat.
Usually yes. Ship shore excursions add markup and often run longer. Booking direct means local AUD pricing, shorter trips, and WhatsApp support if your schedule changes.
We normally cap the Reef Explorer at 6 guests so it is not overcrowded, but the boat can take a maximum of 12. If your family does not mind sharing the limited space, you can all go together. Contact us on WhatsApp so we can book you in and adjust the seating for your group.
Message us on WhatsApp and we will help you pick a safe departure for your time in port.
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