Leweton Cultural Experience

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The village itself has been built entirely using traditional methods, with no nails or modern tools used in its construction, giving you a genuine sense of Ni-Vanuatu architecture from the moment you arrive.<br><br></div><div>The experience moves through a series of cultural highlights, one flowing naturally into the next. You'll be welcomed into a space where your hosts, dressed in vibrant traditional costumes, guide you through traditional dancing and singing that represents the distinct cultures of the outer northern islands.<br><br></div><div>One of the standout moments is the water music performed by the ladies of the Banks Islands, a truly unique tradition that has to be heard to be believed. Alongside this, a fire-making demonstration shows traditional techniques in action, followed by traditional cooking over open flames. You'll get the chance to taste fire-cooked food, such as roasted banana, as part of the experience.<br><br></div><div>A kava ceremony is also part of the day, with the opportunity to try freshly squeezed kava alongside your hosts. Throughout it all, guests are seated comfortably in the shade beneath traditionally thatched roofs.<br><br></div><div>Advance booking is essential as the village needs time to prepare.</div>", "departure_and_return": "<div>Pekoa, Luganville, Espiritu Santo, near the showgrounds and airport. Transfers are available upon booking.</div>", "faq": "<div><strong>What happens during the Leweton Cultural Experience?</strong></div><div>You'll enjoy traditional dancing, water music performed by ladies from the Banks Islands, a kava ceremony, a fire-making demonstration, and the chance to taste fire-cooked food — all within a traditionally built village setting.<br><br></div><div><strong>Do I need to book the Leweton Cultural Experience in advance?</strong></div><div>Yes, advance booking is essential. The village needs time to prepare for guests.</div><div><br></div><div><strong>Where is Leweton Cultural Experience located?</strong></div><div>The village is in Pekoa, Luganville, on Espiritu Santo, approximately a 10-minute drive from the centre of Luganville. 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