Outer Islands
SHEFA Province
Vanuatu's capital of Port
Vila, located in SHEFA Province, is the primary port of entry for visitors to
our shores. While the tourism sector makes up 88% of SHEFA Province's economy,
the majority of this activity is concentrated in Port Vila.
SHEFA Province is comprised of 15 islands namely Buninga, Efate, Emae, Emau,
Epi, Ifira, Lamen, Lelepa, Makira, Mataso, Nguna, Pele, Tongariki, Tongoa and
Lopevi Islands. Among them, visitors will find majestic views of the Shepperds
island chain, thriving traditional architecture and wonderful island bungalows.
SHEFA Provincial Tourism Office
The SHEFA Provincial Tourism Office is located in Port Vila on the grounds of the SHEFA Provincial Government Council Headquarters.
SHEFA Provincial Staff
Position | Name | Contact |
Shefa Acting Manager | Kathy Garoleo | kstephens@tradevanuatu.gov.vu |
Shefa Product Development Officer | Kathy Garoleo |
kstephens@tradevanuatu.gov.vu |
Port Vila Tourism Officer / Acting Senior Cruise Officer | Olivet Dorony | odorony@trade-vanuatu.gov.vu 22113 |