
Cannibal History Tour
VT 1,500 / night
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About This Experience
Step into one of Vanuatu's most extraordinary and unfiltered slices of kastom history with the Dram Dram Cannibal History Tour. Deep in the jungle, knowledgeable local guides lead you through an authentic historical site where genuine artefacts, ancient stones, and stories of a not-so-distant past bring history to life in a way few experiences can. Thought-provoking, raw, and utterly fascinating, this is kastom culture without the filter.
Highlights
- Visit a real jungle historical site
- View genuine artefacts, including human bones
- Explore an ancient nasara with sacrificial stones
- Unfiltered stories from knowledgeable local guides
- An affordable per-person rate
Booking Confidence
Only 8% Deposit
Pay the rest later or on the day
Charity Donation Included
Supporting local communities
Ages
7-99
Languages
English, Bislama
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VT 1,500 / night

