Loh

Loh is an island in the Torres group of Torba Province, Vanuatu, located between Toga and Vanua Lava. It is a small, raised coral island with a flat top, surrounded by limestone cliffs and fringed by coral reefs. Loh is one of the least-visited Torres islands due to its limited access and the absence of an airstrip. The island's small population lives in traditional villages on the plateau, sustaining themselves through fishing, gardening, and coconut harvesting. Life on Loh follows the rhythms of subsistence and the sea.

The climate is tropical. The most favourable travelling conditions are during the dry season from May to October.

By Plane

No airstrip on Loh. The nearest airport is Vanua Lava (SLH), a short boat ride south. Air Vanuatu serves Vanua Lava from Port Vila (VLI) and Luganville (SON).

On foot — the island is small enough to walk across in an hour. There are no roads or vehicles.

• Loh's limestone plateau and cliffs — the characteristic Torres Islands landscape.

• Traditional villages with thatched houses and community nakamals.

• Offshore coral reefs accessible from the limited beach access points.

• Walk the island's trails.

• Snorkel the fringing reef.

• Visit the village nakamal for kava with the community.

• Observe traditional coconut copra production.

Meals with a host family — fresh fish and local garden produce.

Kava. Bring bottled water.

• Budget: Homestay — arrange through a Vanua Lava or Luganville tour operator.
• Mid-range / upscale: None.

No shops. Bring all supplies.

• Toga (short boat north) — similar traditional Torres island.
• Vanua Lava (short boat south) — with the nearest airstrip and Sola, the provincial capital.
• Mota Lava (further south) — the Torres Islands' largest island.
• Mota (southeast by boat) — historic island with a small airstrip.