Wala Island Ancient Site

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If the weather plays nice and you request it ahead of time, you can make the crossing in a traditional outrigger canoe for a more immersive start to the day.<br><br></div><div>Once ashore, you'll head into the lush, bushy interior of Wala Island to explore ancient ceremonial village sites known as nasara. These are sacred gathering grounds steeped in tradition, and walking through them gives you a real sense of the spiritual and social life that shaped communities here for generations.<br><br>You'll visit the remains of four different namaki, ritualist rock formations that offer a genuine and captivating glimpse into traditional Pacific island culture.<br><br></div><div>The tour wraps up with a traditional kava ceremony, connecting you directly with one of Vanuatu's most enduring customs in an authentic, unhurried setting.<br><br></div><div>If you have your own snorkelling gear, there's also a particularly colourful snorkelling spot on the island worth exploring after the cultural sites.<br><br></div><div>This experience works well as a standalone half-day outing or it is included in the full-day \"Wala Day Tour\" for a more complete exploration of the area.<br><br></div><div>Transfers from Lakatoro are available at 12,000 VT (approximately 143 AUD) return.</div>", "departure_and_return": "<div>Nawori Sea View Bungalows, Wala, north-east coast of Malekula. Transfers from Lakatoro are available as an add-on.&nbsp;</div>", "faq": "<div><strong>What happens during the Wala Island Ancient Site tour?</strong></div><div>You'll travel by boat or traditional outrigger canoe to Wala Island, explore four ancient nasara ceremonial sites with ritualist rock formations, and finish with an authentic kava ceremony.<br><br></div><div><strong>Can I arrive by outrigger canoe?</strong></div><div>Yes, traditional outrigger canoe travel is available on request, weather permitting. Just let us know when you book and we'll do our best to arrange it.<br><br></div><div><strong>Is snorkelling included in the Wala Island Ancient Site experience?</strong></div><div>Snorkelling is not included as standard, but guests who bring their own gear can access a colourful snorkelling spot during the tour.<br><br></div><div><strong>Can I combine this tour with another Wala Island experience?</strong></div><div>Absolutely. 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