Island Escape Cruises has introduced two 6-night cruises for the 2012 season exploring the remote and unique regions of Vanuatu.

The ‘Island Passage’ is designed to provide all the comfort and facilities of larger cruise ships, yet is small enough to enable access to reef and island sites inaccessible to most other vessels. With cabins accommodating a maximum of 20 passengers these cruises offer a unique and intimate cruising experience.

The 6-night “Secrets of Vanuatu” cruise departs every Sunday 10 June-01 July and explores Espiritu Santo and is nearby islands. May & June 2012 departures include the opportunity to experience the amazing ‘land divers’ of Pentecost where the brave Ni Vanuatu men dive off a 35 metre tower with just vines attached to the tower and their legs. The original bungee jump! The 6-night “Islands of Discovery” cruise departs every Sunday 13 May-03 June and 08 July-29 July exploring the main island of Efate and nearby small tropical islands.

Prices start at AUD$2,495 per person twin share and include; all on board chef prepared meals; complimentary bottled water, fruit juice, soft drinks and espresso coffee; on board expedition leaders; free small boat excursions with guides; free small boat sport fishing trips with guides; free use of all fishing equipment including lures & bait; free use of snorkelling equipment; and free use of sea kayaks. Cabins all feature luxury accommodation, individual air conditioning, large spacious bathrooms, flat screen TV, DVD/CD and free movies on demand.

Do as much as you want, or as little as you like. The choice is yours. Whether your interest is cultural, natural history, wildlife, swimming, snorkelling, fishing, kayaking or just relaxing, this is a very special Vanuatu adventure.

- VANUATU OUTER ISLAND CRUISES 2012