Champagne Beach, White sand beach in Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu.
Champagne Beach is a white sand beach on the northeastern coast of Espiritu Santo, fringed by coconut palms and bounded by turquoise water. The shoreline extends in a gentle curve with fine sand underfoot and excellent visibility into the water.
During World War II, American naval forces established a major base in the waters surrounding Espiritu Santo as part of their South Pacific campaign. The region's strategic importance during that era shaped its modern development.
The nearby Hog Harbour village community takes pride in maintaining this place as a gathering spot for both locals and visitors. People here value the natural state of the shoreline as central to their way of life.
Payment for access is collected on site by local landowners, so bring cash for the entrance fee. Vendors offer fresh coconuts and snorkel gear rentals if you want to explore the water.
Natural gas bubbles rise from the volcanic seabed and create a shimmering effect in the water during swimming. This surprising phenomenon gives the experience a distinctive fizzy quality that sets it apart from other beaches.
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