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Yasur Volcano - John Seach
Tanna Island, Tafea Province, Vanuatu
19.52 S, 169.42 E,
summit elevation 405 m,
Stratovolcano
Yasur volcano, in southern Vanuatu is one of the world's most active volcanoes. The volcano has erupted many times per hour for at least 800 years. Yasur has been called the "Lighthouse of the Pacific" because of the regular Strombolian eruptions visible from sea.
Yasur volcano consists of a pyroclastic cone and ash plain. The active cone is located within the Yenkahe caldera. The volcano slopes are composed of grey unconsolidated ash and ejecta. The prevailing SE trade winds deposit fine ashfall over most of Tanna Island. The first written records of Yasur eruptions date to Cook's visit in 1774.
John Seach operates daily tours to Yasur Volcano.
Warning: Approaching the active crater at Yasur volcano is dangerous at any time! Observers are at risk from projectiles, toxic gas and avalanches. Always travel with a guide experienced in local conditions.
Yasur Volcano Eruption
Yasur Volcano Eruptions
Eruptions are Strombolian and mild Vulcanian.