Most things needed must be brought with oneself. People in Vanuatu expect to be paid for what they provide to tourists, but there is no tipping. There is also no bargaining for items like food, although a price can be offered first in order to head off an unreasonable demand. I sometimes run into people who don't want to buy food in the third world on the theory that this deprives the locals of nutrition. This is nonsense in Vanuatu.
Most people are more than happy to exchange food for money.
Divide by 21 or so working days per month, and about 600 vatu for a day's guiding would seem to be about right, or maybe 2,000 vatu for a two-day overnight trip. It is expected that in addition, guides will be provided with their food. In Rural Vanuatu - Main Page . Return to Home Page .