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It is an unique experience to learn how the chocolate is made from the beans to the bar and taste the different chocolate from different islands origin and with local ingredients such as coconut, coffee, local nuts (Nangai), sea salt, kava, cristallized ginger, cristallized turmeric, cocoa nibs and chili pepper. Aelan Chocolate Makers has a strong social responsibility as it is owned at 80% by the local NGO ACTIV (Alternative Communities Trade In Vanuatu), which assists the cocoa producers and the local communities from the archipelago of Vanuatu for best agricultural practices training and market access. The ACTIV centre made of local materials regroups the Aelan Chocolate factory, the extra Virgin Coconut oil factory and the Handicraft centre with the Island shop, which is access-free. The facility is suitable for family with kids and wheel-chairs. There are beautiful gardens surrounding the structures and gorgeous blooms and fruit are on show throughout the year.

A unique blend of experiences from the Jungle, to the Sea. If you are looking for something thrilling, fun, exciting and relaxing then this is the right option for you. At the Hotel Foyer or After the ship berths, you will be picked up by our friendly and accommodating staff. After a short briefing, you will escape the bustling city on this 30 minutes ride east of town where your adventure begins. Along your way to your first stopping point you will come across roadside markets, see the locals, the domestic plants and animals, roadside coconut Trees, cattle’s, horses and the lush Tropical surrounds.

To experience a unique Vanuatu culture, you won't go wrong choosing this tour package. You will have a chance to meet the village chief(Boss) and will be guided through the village and learn how a chiefly title is pass on from one generation to another, learn some of the local fishing and hunting techniques, how to preserve food after cyclone's that can last for year's, custom dances, local music, fire walking and many more.

Experience the best of Vanuatu with our knowledgeable local guides. Enjoy a trip to the Blue Lagoon on Efate a beautiful crystal clear swimming hole surround be lush rain-forest. Visit the Aelan chocolate factory which is a part of the Activ association whose work has deeply impacted the smaller communities in and around Vanuatu. Since 2008, ACTIV has been working with disadvantaged communities in Vanuatu, especially those in rural areas, to identify economic opportunities and support their livelihoods. We work with producers to help improve product quality and we encourage the involvement of women in production. Environmental sustainability underpins our work across these areas. Local Vanuatu at its best.