2024 Update
Due to the recent collapse of Air Vanuatu, we are experiencing an unprecedented surge in demand for our private charter services. As a result, we will not be booking any tours for the remainder of 2024. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this period. For any inquiries or to book a private charter, please contact us directly.
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Our unique Pentecost Land Diving Tour involves the famous Land Diving, which only takes place between the months of April to June. This is the original bungee jump and is referred to as Nangol, an ancient Melanesian tradition involving both men and boys (some as young as 7 years old) diving head first from a makeshift, wooden tower from heights of up to 100 feet with only vines strapped to the ankles to break their fall.
Land Diving is extremely dangerous but for centuries, this ceremony has been performed by Pentecost Land Divers to prove their manhood and as a fertility rite to ensure a successful yam harvest. The practice continues to this day and is one of the most spectacular and impressive events in the Pacific. Ritual washing of the divers, last minute words or prayers for a successful jump and men, women and children stomping the ground, performing 'kastom' dances, singing and chanting throughout this extraordinary ceremony make for an awesome experience. The Nangol is a sacred ceremony and the privilege of witnessing this unique event is only extended to a limited number of tourists or outsiders each year. This fact, the thrilling nature of the 'kastom' ceremony itself, and the seasonal nature of this tour means that you need to book this tour early or risk missing out altogether!
Nangol Full Day Double-Island AdventureGet picked up from your hotel and driven to the airport at 8am. The flight leaves Vila at 9am and flies over Efate where you take in the view of pristine jungles, tropical mountains, rivers and villages. As you fly past the coast you will see reefs and the magnificent blues of the shallow waters that ring the island.
Enroute to Pentecost there will be a scenic overfly over three volcanoes; Lopevi volcano along with Marum and Benbow volcanoes on Ambrym. Make sure you have your camera ready! We arrive at Lonorore, on Pentecost island, at 10am where the local villagers will give you a traditional welcome. The jumps will commence soon afterwards with between six to ten jumps open for the public. Once the jumps are finished we get back into the plane for a short 15min flight to Epi island, just South of Pentecost. Landing in Lamen Bay, famous for its secluded cove popular with yachts and dugongs, we have a short boat ride to lunch. Lamen Bay beach bungalows provide a huge lunch and after digesting, its time for a swim at their volcanic blacksand beach. If youre adventurous, a boat ride to the reef to go dugong spotting and snorkelling. After a tranquil afternoon swimming and exploring the tiny village of Lamen Bay, fly home to Vila before dusk. Nagol Half Day TourIf you're strapped for time, the half day tour skips over Epi island and you can focus on the Land Diving with time for an afternoon in Vila.
Get picked up from your hotel and driven to the airport at 8am. The flight leaves Vila at 9am and flies over Efate where you take in the view of pristine jungles, tropical mountains, rivers and villages. As you fly past the coast you will see reefs and the magnificent blues of the shallow waters that ring the island. Enroute to Pentecost there will be a scenic overfly over three volcanoes; Lopevi volcano along with Marum and Benbow volcanoes on Ambrym. Make sure you have your camera ready! We arrive at Lonorore, on Pentecost island, at 10am where the local villagers will give you a traditional welcome. The jumps will commence soon afterwards with between six to ten jumps open for the public. Once the jumps are finished you’ll have a chance to eat local snacks before heading back to Port Vila at lunchtime. Nangol Tour Tips:
Bring a hat and sunscreen Bring a bottle of water and your favourite snacks Bring a camera and tripod Bring mosquito repellent If on the full day trip: Bring swimmers/towels (showers are available) Bring a snorkel if you already have one as there is limited equipment available in Epi There is an additional 200 Vatu departure tax payable at Port Vila airport. As ATMs are not available on Pentecost, please ensure you carry cash for any purchases you may wish to make. * Note: that itinerary and trip times are approximate and may be subject to change. Prices in AUD approximate based on current exchange rates. |
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Nagol Tour (full day)
63,000VT pp Duration*: 8-9 hours Flight Time: 120 mins Package Includes: Airport Transfers in Vila Flights to Pentecost Scenic overfly of 3 Volcanoes Greetings at Pentecost Jump Entrance fee Six to Ten Jumps Local Refreshments Lunch in Lamen Bay Boat Transfers Itinerary*: 0745: Pick up from Hotel 0800: Check in at Vila 0900: Depart Vila 0930: Overfly Volcano (weather permitting) 1000: Arrive at Pentecost 1030: Jumps Begin 1300: Depart Pentecost 1315: Arrive Lamen Bay 1330: Lunch 1500: Snorkelling Tour 1630: Depart Epi 1715: Arrive Vila Nangol Tour (half day) 57,000VT pp Duration*: 6 hours Flight Time: 80-120 mins Package Includes: Airport Transfers in Vila Flights to Pentecost Scenic overfly of 3 Volcanoes Greetings at Pentecost Jump Entrance fee Six to Ten Jumps Local Refreshments Itinerary*: 0745: Pick up from Hotel 0800: Check in at Vila 0900: Depart Vila 0930: Overfly Volcano (weather permitting) 1000: Arrive at Pentecost 1030: Jumps Begin 1300: Depart Pentecost 1315: Overfly Volcanoes (If not done in morning) 1400: Arrive at Vila |
