Vanuatu Thousand-Acre Bridge

Vanuatu's major bridges include the Teouma Bridge on Efate Island and the Vanuatu Skybridge, both serving critical transport and tourism roles.Teouma BridgeThe Teouma Bridge is a key infrastructure link on Efate Island, connecting Port Vila to southeastern agricultural areas. The original bridge was severely damaged by Cyclone Pam in 2015, causing heavy flooding and making it unusable for nearly two months at times . To improve resilience, a new bridge was constructed starting in 2024 by CTI Engineering Co., Ltd, funded by the Government of Japan at a cost of nearly VT2 billion . The new structure is higher and stronger, designed to withstand severe cyclones and flooding, ensuring safer passage and proper river flow . It officially opened on 30 August 2025, with a ceremony attended by Vanuatu's Prime Minister Jotham Napat and Japan's Ambassador Okuda Naohisa . The bridge supports local farmers, emergency response, tourism, and economic development in the surrounding areas .Vanuatu SkybridgeFor visitors, the Vanuatu Skybridge offers a unique experience in the South Pacific. This 120-meter-long bridge is set within rainforest terrain, providing panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding jungle . It is part of a larger adventure and nature attraction, including ziplining, a giant swing, waterfalls, and lush gardens. The Skybridge is designed for tourism rather than transport, offering both serene walks and adrenaline activities .SummaryWhile there is no widely documented "Thousand-Acre Bridge" in Vanuatu, the Teouma Bridge represents the country's most significant transport bridge, rebuilt for resilience against natural disasters, and the Skybridge serves as a major tourist attraction. Both highlight Vanuatu's focus on infrastructure that supports safety, connectivity, and tourism development .