Lalinda PWMU Guesthouse, Ambrym Visitor Ratings

Most visitors pass through Lalinda for volcano trekking. Perhaps overlooked, Lalinda also has a trail up nearby Tower Peak (999m above sea level) which should be an enjoyable day hike. Lalinda's guest house belongs to the Presbyterian Women's Mission Union.

There are in fact two sides to Lalinda, divided by church affiliations and it's said they use different tracks to go to the ash plain! On the other side of the road is the Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) community. This is where the well known volcano guide Jimmy lives and there is a compound here where some volcano trekkers camp.

Costs and Booking
Accommodation at Lalinda is cheap at 500 Vatu per person including some aelan kaekae. All expenses are payable in Vatu cash. Exchange rates.

There are mobile phones in Lalinda now but we do not have the numbers. The nearest telephone is Port Vato (48679, community phone) where you can make enquiries and leave a message.

Accommodation and Food
Lalinda PWMU Guesthouse is cheap and basic. You will be given a pandanus mat to sleep on and maybe a pillow - bring your own bedding. There were no mosquitos in July 2005 and you shouldn't need a mosquito net. A kerosene lamp is provided for lighting. Lalinda has a spring water supply which is OK for drinking.

The guest house has its own squat pit toilet but no bathing house. There are communal showers in the village or you can swim in the sea. Bring your own towel, soap and toilet paper.

Services, Suggestions
Lalinda has a couple of stores and two trucks. The nearest medical aid is the Health Centre Port Vato.

First surveyed: July 2005 by Stephen.
Last updated: April 2009 by Stephen.