Well, the title says it all. It is a road cycling participation event circumnavigating Vanuatu's main island, Efate Island. A full 130km lap (revolution) of the island on one of the most scenic, most challenging and most rewarding rides you will ever do. This will be the inaugural event in what is set to become an annual event on the Vanuatu calendar. Organisers have had a meeting with the Vanuatu
Tourism board, who have expressed their enthusiasm and support for such an annual ride. Your lap will start in the crazy capital of Vanuatu, Port Vila. Port Vila really is a crazy city. It is like going back in time. The shop fronts, the run down streets, the city markets and the scattering of retro pubs and bars all add to the character of this city. Once you successfully navigate yourself out of Port Vila, past the hundreds of Mini-buses that travel up and down the main street, and the odd pothole that could almost swallow one of these many Mini-buses, you will actually find yourself on a great quality road. The road around Efate has only just been fully sealed in recent years, and is in excellent condition. The ride will take you past some spectacular coastline, where the sand is as white as snow, and the water is a vivid and bright blue. You will pass through villages where you will still see locals in traditional dress. And you will have to conquer a climb up a mountain like no other. It is no more than 1km in length, but it's sheer steepness will test even the most seasoned cyclist. You wouldn't be the first to have to walk part of it. The beauty of this ride is once you are out of town, you will hardly see a car. There are very few cars around the back of the island, so you will be able to soak up all the views, with almost no care in the World. The ride is so great, we reckon that you will want to do it twice. So we have already prepared for that, by organising a second lap in the opposite direction. The event is set to take place in early November, 2015. Price and packages can be found on the Facebook home page. Numbers are limited and a handful of spots have already been secured. Be one of the first to ride and conquer this amazing road, right on our very own door step. DATES: November 7 to November 11, 2015
SPOTS AVAILABLE: Only 22 of the original 30 spots are left. COST:
$100-00 Ride Only (1 forward or reverse lap)
$200-00 Ride Only (Both forward and reverse laps)
** Ride Only fee includes The Vanuatu Revolution jersey.
$1450-00 FULL PACKAGE (twin share or double)
$1850-00 FULL PACKAGE (single)
FULL PACKAGE includes
** Return airfare to Port Vila (ex Brisbane, add on $200 for ex Sydney), includes bicycle in luggage
** Transfers from and to Bauerfield International Airport (Port Vila)
** Four nights accommodation at a 4 star hotel in the heart of Port Vila
(in a DELUXE Harbour View Room)
** Four breakfasts
** Four dinners
** Cycle event jersey
** Entry into both the forward and reverse laps (over 2 days)
** Full support for both laps
For full payment details and further information email
[email protected]
ITINERARY
Saturday afternoon - Fly from Australia to Port Vila. Settle in to hotel, put the bike together and get to know your riding companions. Sunday morning - The reverse lap. Prepare yourself for some amazing sights and one challenging climb! Afterwards hit the pool and celebrate with a cold beer or cocktail. If you giving it a crack twice, go easy on the hard stuff, if once was enough, then let loose. Monday morning - The forward lap. You will hit a monster of a climb at the 15km mark. From then on it is all plain sailing with some more amazing views. Afterwards hit the pool side again and unwind looking at the beautiful harbour views, especially on sunset. Tuesday - you have a day to explore many things on offer. Spend a few hours in the Blue Lagoon you so wanted to immerse yourself in as you rode past it or at one of the exquisite sandy coves with magically coloured blue waters. Or if you really want some adventure take a day trip to Tanna Island to see a live volcano! Wednesday - half day to cruise about exploring the place before an afternoon flight back to Australia. NOTE: You must take out your own travel insurance. A provided copy of your travel insurance will be mandatory to participate in this ride. Most travel insurance companies will cover recreational cycling abroad (which does include this ride which is NOT a race).
