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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 16 attractions in Port Vila
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The world’s only underwater post office lets you buy a waterproof postcard on land, fill it out and dive into the ocean to mail it, and you don't even...... more » The world’s only underwater post office lets you buy a waterproof postcard on land, fill it out and dive into the ocean to mail it, and you don't even need diving experience. « less
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Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest
Address: Hideaway Island Resort Port Vila
Vanuatu
Tel: 678-22000
Fax: 678-23900

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“My favourite spot! Great snorkelling and awesome burgers”
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5 of 5 stars
SundayGirl1980
Melbourne, Victoria
27 Oct 2009

We went on a gorgeous sunny day on October 9, 2009 and the water was calm and great for snorkelling. I found Nemo! Great for people who are new to snorkelling as the water is not too deep in most areas. The food at the bar is really terrific. I would definitely come here again! more

“Not worth the money”
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1 of 5 stars
LuluWoolgoolga
Woolgoolga
19 Nov 2008

We went here, to post our underwater cards, and the tide was very full, and the rip quite strong, and my husband nearly got swept away. The brochure said it was 500vt to enter, but it was double that when we arrived. The beach is tiny, the water cloudy with sunscreen and no safety measures seemed in place. They sure... more

“Hide-away island!”
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5 of 5 stars
Heidz202
Brisbane, Australia
21 Jul 2008
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The underwater post office is located on Hide-away Island which is about a 15min drive from Port Vila Town. A 200 Vatu ($2.20 AUD) bus ride from town, a 40 minute walk from Mele Cascades or 10 minute walk from Secret garden and you will arrive at a small beach where you can catch the Island ferry. Island fee of... more

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Hideaway Island Resort, Port Vila, Vanuatu
Tel: 678-22000 Fax: 678-23900