↞ practical information ↠
Here are some practical things you need to know about before visiting.
↠ you can only visit upon invitation
In order to visit Edenhope Nature Preserve either as a volunteer, potential resident or as a guest on retreat, you need to be formally invited. You can read more about how we screen potential visitors in the FAQ.
↠ how to get here
We are in a remote location, accessible only by boat, and for this reason we coordinate travel for all visitors from the town of Luganville.
There is a lot of practical coordination involved in making trips to town, so we do not travel more than once per month. We ask that newcomers offer a deposit of 40,000vuv to cover the cost of boat for pickup and drop-off.
Currently there are direct international flights to Espiritu Santo from Brisbane, Australia.
Local carrier: Air Vanuatu.
↠ what you will need to bring
Rain jacket / waterproof gear
Insect repellent (organic)
Headlamp or personal flashlight
Your own shampoo and toothpaste (we make our own soap)
For feminine hygiene, we recommend bringing a moon-cup
Comfortable clothes for working in a humid climate
Footwear that is easily removable and suits wet climate
Drink bottle
Any regular or occasional medication you use
Sleeping bag liner (optional) for extra comfort and easy laundry
& last but not least…
↠ Smiles, love and an open heart ↞
↠ what to leave behind
Alcohol, tobacco or any illicit drugs
Unessential items that create non-organic rubbish
Any products that contain toxic chemicals (DEET, peroxide, etc.)
Meat, fish or dairy products
