Naghol is a Vanuatuan ritual in which young men leap from wooden towers with vines tied to their ankles.
The ceremony is practiced chiefly on Pentecost Island in Vanuatu. Divers jump from platforms built from local wood, with vines selected and tied so that the landing is extremely close to the ground. The ritual is associated with the yam harvest and with demonstrating courage, strength, and social maturity.
Naghol is often called land diving in English. It is widely discussed as a possible inspiration for modern bungee jumping, but the two practices are not identical: Naghol is a customary community ceremony with its own meanings, timing, construction, and obligations.
The vines are not elastic cords, so the jump depends on careful measurement and seasonal conditions. Traditional observances are organized by local communities, and visitors should not treat the ritual as an amusement attraction.