3rd Annual Nalawan Festival!

The communities of South West Bay, Malekula would like to cordially invite you to the 3rd annual Nalawan Festival, taking place from August 9th to 12th, 2010.

• Experience the ancient Nalawan festival celebrated through the ages by the fierce Small Nambas warrior tribe of Malekula’s South West Bay!
• The Nalawan marks the start of a new season in the traditional calendar and includes grade-taking ceremonies, spectacular custom dances, pig killing, the ancient Noho ritual with offerings to the gods of the land, and much more!
• Immerse yourself in the rich tradition and customs of Malekula’s South West Bay!
• Get an authentic taste of Vanuatu life with an eye opening Village Tour; try your hand in traditional food preparation, partake in local craft, and witness ritual.
• Snorkel the spectacular protected reef and witness the pristine sunset!
• Dance the night away with a live traditional String Band!

Day 1: Cultural program at Lembinwan Yacht Club
Day 2: Snorkeling on 10 Stick Island
Day 3: Nalawan Festival Day 1, Labo Village
Day 4: Nalawan Festival Day 2, Labo Village

Package Price (two day event with lunch): 5,000VT adult / 2,500VT child

Extras! (not in package): August 9: Lembinwan Yach Club & Lagoon Tours(5372341), August 10: Snorkel Ten Stick Island

Come celebrate our living culture!

Reservations advised; please contact Willie Isno(5366168) / Yegor Makhiboroda(5617845) for information