Lamap Kastom Dance

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Each song belongs to a specific local family, and watching three of these songs performed in sequence gives you a real sense of how identity, story, and community are woven together through movement and music.<br><br></div><div>Transport is included from the bungalows across the Maskelyne Islands, so getting to Lamap Landing is taken care of. Once you arrive, the experience runs for anywhere between 30 minutes and an hour and a half depending on the flow of the performance.<br><br></div><div>One of the highlights is seeing the traditional costuming up close, including special headgear that is unique to Malekula and not seen elsewhere in Vanuatu. The dancers, including children who are being trained for major annual events like the canoe races in July and a festival in August, perform with real purpose and pride.<br><br></div><div>The Lamap Kastom Dance is available Monday to Saturday and suits travellers who want to connect with something genuinely local during their time in the islands.</div>", "departure_and_return": "<div>Lamap Landing, Lamap, South Malekula. Please let us know where you staying when booking, so we can provide transfers.</div>", "faq": "<div><strong>What happens during the Lamap Kastom Dance experience?</strong></div><div>You'll watch performers from local tribal families present three traditional songs, each belonging to a specific family group. Dancers wear traditional costume including special headgear unique to Malekula. 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