Pacific Islands
The Pacific Islands offer some of the world’s most alluring travel destinations and New Zealanders are lucky to have these beautiful islands right on our doorstep. Enjoy turquoise lagoons, white sandy beaches, vibrant coral reefs and a laid-back Pacific Island vibe.
We have featured Fiji, the Cook Islands and Tahiti separately, so this collection of Pacific Island holidays covers the islands of Samoa, Vanuatu, Tonga, New Caledonia and Niue. Each of these island countries has its own charm and unique attractions, whether it’s soaking up the sun in Samoa, whale watching in Tonga, being awed by an active volcano in Vanuatu or snorkelling on Mare Island in New Caledonia.
We have curated our favourite luxury and boutique resorts in each of these destinations, but if your favourite hotel isn’t featured, just let us know – we will usually be able to help.
Fast Facts
Flying Time: 3.5 hours +
Ideal time to go: Apr - Sep
Time: 0-2 hours behind NZ
What's to Love? Lagoons, beaches and turquoise sea, laid-back lifestyle, Polynesian culture, diving, snorkelling, small ship cruising, fales, leis.
Luxury Holidays to Samoa
About halfway between New Zealand and Hawaii, Samoa is made up of two main islands and 8 smaller islands. There are just a handful of good hotels to consider.
Samoa boasts some exceptionally beautiful golden sand beaches lapped by azure waters as well as some spectacular waterfalls, natural-rock pools, caves and forests teeming with exotic wildlife.
Whatever kind of Samoa holiday you choose in this little pocket of paradise, it is likely to be slow and relaxed, which is just the way the locals like it.
Le Legato
Aga Reef
7 nights from $2,450 pp
7 nights from $2,290 pp
Sinalei Reef
7 nights from $2,795 pp
"Boutique resort with 10 Samoan style bungalows and a family room. Flight inclusive".
Soak up the surf, stroll along the beach, enjoy the infinity pool and spectacular sunsets.
Boutique Resort on a secluded white sand beach on Savai’i, fringed by coconut palms and crystal-clear water.
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"Multi-award winning resort in Samoa with stunning lagoon views. Flight inclusive".
Aga Reef offers a stylish mix of comfortable hotel rooms and private waterfront villas.
Set between the ocean and mountains, Aga Reef’s natural ocean lagoon is just steps away and is perfect for snorkelling.
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"Adults-only boutique resort in Samoa, situated in a sheltered lagoon. Flight inclusive".
Sinalei Reef offers high standards, a choice of villas and a great waterfront spa.
Set on the southern coast of Upolu, offering a mix of modern and rustic luxury combined with raw untouched beauty.
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Coconuts Beach Club - 7 nights from $3,395 pp
Coconuts offers Samoa’s only Over-Water Fales and enjoys a great setting on the southern coast of Upolu, boasting superb sunrise and sunset views. It’s a perfect location for exploring the island.
Coconuts is an intimate boutique resort, surrounded by a friendly village and offers a great taste of Samoa in a casually elegant setting.
Mika's Restuarant offers a great meal deal. There’s a day spa, activity centre and a swimming pool with swim-up bar. All of the Suites, Fales and Villas were built using traditional design and materials found in Samoa.
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Luxury Holidays to Vanuatu
Vanuatu is famed for its spectacular scenery and appealingly out-of-the-way character.
The capital Port-Vila, on the island of Efate offers the National Museum and lovely swimming at Mele Cascades. Tanna Island is home to the active volcano of Mount Yasur and the opportunity to tour several cultural villages, and the island of Espiritu Santo.
While there are many spectacular beaches and prized dive-sites throughout the archipelago, Espiritu Santo has arguably the pick of the bunch, with Champagne Beach and the coral reefs and shipwrecks surrounding Million Dollar Point.
Iririki Island Resort
The Havannah Vanuatu
Eratap Beach Resort
7 nights from $2,550 pp
7 nights from $4,450 pp
7 nights from $3,460 pp
"Family-friendly island resort with a Kids Club and close to Port Vila. Flight inclusive".
Choose from humble island fares, waterfront bungalows, stylish ocean view apartments and villas.
Set amongst spectacular tropical landscapes of Port Vila Harbour and Mele Bay, just a 3 minute ferry ride from Port Vila.
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"Couples exclusive resort on Port Vila set on a stunning white sand peninsula. Flight inclusive".
Deluxe Waterfront villas offer superb views of Havannnah Harbour and its islands.
Why not add an enriching Nature and Culture program with local community visits and a trip to a Turtle Sanctuary included.
"Private beachfront villas with sundecks and ocean views. Three private beaches. Flight inclusive".
Just 30 minutes from the airport in a sheltered location with access to waves or lagoon!
With three private beaches, lagoon waterways and offshore islands to explore, the beauty of Eratap is absolutely unrivalled.
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Ratua Island Resort - 7 nights from $4,450 pp
Hidden within the pristine islands of Espiritu Santo is a little island paradise known as Ratua Island Resort & Spa.
Set amongst 146 acres of lush tropical gardens, private beaches, lagoons, and coral reefs, Ratua Island offers barefoot eco-luxury, enchanting bungalows, an over-water day spa, a yacht club, and superb organic dining. It’s the perfect place to unwind whilst having easy access to all the cultural and natural wonders of Vanuatu at your doorstep.
Enjoy the beautiful rustic villas, spacious gardens, white sand beach and access to a wide array of activities.
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Luxury Holidays to New Caledonia
This French-speaking overseas territory of France, consists of the main island of Grand Terre, the archipelago of the Loyalty Islands, the Isle of Pines and numerous sparsely populated islands and atolls.
The capital is surrounded by beautiful and diverse landscapes featuring rugged mountains, pine-tree fringed golden sand beaches, the world’s largest lagoon and a 1500 km-long coral reef which provides some of the most magnificent diving in the world.
Choose from just a handful of boutique and luxury resorts in this charming slice of France in the South Pacific.
Oure Lodge
Sheraton New Caledonia
Paradis d'Ouvea
7 nights from $3,250 pp
7 nights from $3,045 pp
7 nights from $3,195 pp
"Quiet & discreet couples hotel with spacious bungalows on the Isle of Pines. Flight inclusive".
Nestled in a splendid coconut grove by the calm and transparent waters of Kanumera Bay.
Oure’s comfortable contemporary wooden bungalows blend perfectly into the magnificent and preserved environment.
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"Family-friendly resort on a white sandy beach by a superb reef and lagoon. Flight inclusive".
Melanesian-inspired accommodation, spacious bungalows, swimming pool, yoga classes, spa, golf and gym.
On a great sandy beach overlooking barrier reef, just steps from the splendour of the Deva Domain nature reserve.
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"Spacious bungalows on one of the best beaches in the world. Flight inclusive".
Paradis Ouvea has 34 bungalows, some in the garden of Ouvea, some facing Mouli beach.
Designed by Yohji Yamamoto, Le Paradis d'Ouvea provides 6 bungalows categories on the beach or on the heart of the garden.
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Le Meriden Ile Des Pins - 7 nts from $3,950 pp
Set on one of New Caledonia's most celebrated islands, Le Méridien Ile des Pins is an enchanting resort on stunning Oro Bay.
Immerse yourself in island life, where sweet-smelling coconut groves and towering pine trees abound. Ignite your senses at the hotel restaurant or bar, featuring impressive views and French-inspired cuisine, crafted from local ingredients.
The resort offers bright airy rooms facing the gardens, white sandy beach or lagoon. All rooms feature oversized soaking tubs.
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Luxury Holidays to Tonga
Commonly known as the 'Friendly Islands' due to its remarkably warm and welcoming locals, Tonga is an archipelago with over 170 scenic tropical islands.
Dramatic volcanic landscapes are complemented by lush rainforests, clear lagoons, colourful coral atolls and exquisite beaches.
Whether you are keen to enjoy the area’s first-class diving opportunities or spot the humpback whales at one of the world’s finest whale-watching spots, Tonga makes an ideal destination for those seeking a relaxing Pacific getaway.
Fafa Island Resort
Sandy Beach Resort
Tongan Beach Resort
7 nights from $2,195 pp
7 nights from $2,350 pp
7 nights from $2,195 pp
"Private bungalows in a setting surround by white sand beaches & nature trails. Flight inclusive".
Fafá Island is one pearl in the chain of 12 offshore islands north of Nuku‘alofa, Tonga's capital.
This rustic eco-resort has just 13 traditional bungalows in a close to nature design in a location by a turquoise lagoon.
"Traditional fales in a tropical beachfront setting on Foa Island. Flight inclusive".
By a stunning beach at the north of Foa Island a short flight from the mainland.
Enjoy a picture-perfect lagoon, whale encounters, great snorkelling and swimming. Just 12 traditional fales in a beachfront tropical garden.
"Steps from the water and uniquely located on the Humpback Whale migration path. Flight inclusive".
180 metres of beachfront. All 12 rooms have views of the beach and crystal clear turquoise waters.
Great diving, snorkelling, whale watching, kayaking, fishing, sailing, secluded beaches, sea and peaceful surroundings.
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Pacific Island Small Ship Cruise Journeys
The islands of Micronesia, Melanesia and Polynesia are visited by some great small ship and Premium Ocean cruise lines featuring these Pacific Destinations. We work with the best small ship expedition cruise lines in the Pacific including Lindblad, Heritage Expeditions, Coral Expeditions and Paul Gauguin.
These Pacific Island Cruises feature journeys to some of the most remote destinations in the world. Cruise from Micronesia to French Polynesia, circumnavigate New Guinea, sail from Auckland to the Solomon Islands or set out on a specialist Birding Cruise in the Coral Triangle.
Fiji, Tonga, Cook Islands & Tahiti Cruise
Paul Gauguin South Pacific cruise to beautiful, and culturally vibrant islands.
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Paul Gauguin Bali to Fiji Expedition Cruise
Vanuatu, Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, Timor-Leste.
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Secrets of Melanesia Expedition Cruise
History, cultures and wildlife of PNG, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu.
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New Zealand to Melanesia Expedition Cruise
Norfolk Island, the Isle of Pines, Vanuatu and the Solomon Islands.
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Through the Islands & Atolls of Micronesia
Month-long small ship expedition cruise through Micronesia.
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New Guinea Circumnavigation Cruise
One-off expedition voyage aboard Coral Adventurer - packed with highlights.
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Remote Pacific Expedition Cruise
Palau to the idyllic shores of Tahiti on a Lindblad Expedition Cruise.
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Western Pacific Odyssey Birding Cruise
Iconic Birding Cruise from NZ to Japan. Japan Tour & Flights included.
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Luxury Fiji Holiday
Luxury Cook Islands
Sofitel Bora Bora
"Adults only luxury boutique resort. A remote 15-bure Fijian retreat. Flight inclusive".
7 nts from $4,995 pp
"Intimate collection of just 29 luxury bungalows and villas in Aitutaki. Flight inclusive".
7 nts from $4,995 pp
"French luxury and local cuisine in one of the world’s most beautiful destinations. Flight inclusive".
7 nts from $4,995 pp
