Naghol (Nagol, N’gol, Nangol, Nanggol) Land Diving Tour from Port Vila to Pentecost Island
Naghol (Nagol, N’gol, Nangol, Nanggol) Land Diving Tour – Pentecost Island
Pentecost Island is about 200 kilometres due north of Port Vila. It is a lush, mountainous island with a number of waterfalls cascading from its many steep ravines. Every year, from the beginning of April to the end of July, in the hopes of a bountiful yam harvest, the villagers of Southwest Pentecost perform a ritual called the Naghol (also written as Nagol, N’gol, Nangol, Nanggol) or Land Diving. Young and very brave men make spectacular leaps from hand crafted towers up to 30 meters high, with only vines tied to their ankles, to break their fall. They are the first ever “bungee” jumpers. It was this ritual in fact, which inspired A J Hackett to conceive of bungee jumping, as we know it today.
Airport/Resort transfers (within Port Vila)
Scenic flight over Cook's Reef, past Lopevi Volcano and over Ambrym Island’s two active volcanoes (weather permitting)
All Pentecost Island transfers
Naghol entry fee
Lunch
An awesome rite of passage
Witness a special traditional practice
On your way north from Port Vila, you’ll be flown over the stunning Cook's Reef, past the emerald slopes of Lopevi Island’s majestic, active volcano. If the weather permits, your pilot will then fly you over the twin smoking volcanic vents of Benbow and Marum, on the island of Ambrym.
We operate sedate, high-wing aircraft only, ensuring the best views of these amazing sights.
After landing at south Pentecost Airport, you will be driven approximately 20 minutes to the Land Diving site.
You will then get to witness a ritual seemingly as old as time, where the Naghol Festival participants display ever increasing daring, by jumping from platforms each higher than the last. This culminates in the most death defying leap of all, from the very top of the tower. The spectacle is accompanied by enchanting “kastom” singing and dancing.
The Land Diving is one of those ‘National Geographic’ experiences and one not to be missed.
Tour Details
Flight time: 2 hrs return
Price:
Adults: Vt 69,000 pp (AUD conversion)
Children: Vt 49,000 (11 years and under)
Tour duration: 8 hours (Pick-up 0730, drop-off 1530)
Days available: Wednesdays and Saturdays, April to July
Itinerary
0730 Pick-up from your resort/hotel
0830 Take off from Port Vila for Pentecost Island
0930 Arrive at Pentecost Island
1030 Land Diving commences
1300 Lunch
1400 Depart Pentecost Island
1500 Arrive in Port Vila
1530 Drop off at your resort
*times subject to variation
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WHY CHOOSE AIR TAXI FOR YOUR NAGHOL LAND DIVING TOUR TO PENTECOST ISLAND?
- Strictest safety standards. Safety and customer comfort is at the forefront of our operation.
- For additional safety, we exclusively operate twin engine aircraft.
- All our aircraft are high-wing, to ensure the best views of the sights below. This is especially important for the scenic flight over Ambrym’s Volcanoes.
- Small passenger numbers means personal attention to each & every customer.
- The convenience of not having to wait around for a scheduled flight service.
- No aisle seats.
- No arduous check-in formalities.
NAGHOL LAND DIVING TOUR NOTES AND TIPS
- The Naghol Land Diving Tour runs from the first Saturday in April, to the last Saturday in July.
- Flights fill up fast so early booking is recommended.
- Closed shoes recommended.
- Bring your favourite snacks.
- Bring sunscreen and a hat.
- Bring an umbrella, in case of rain while you watch the jumping.
- 5kg bag limit per person (in soft bags).
- Airport taxes (Vt200 per person) not included.
- Surcharge for passengers 115kgs+, maximum weight 130kgs.