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  1. 3.5 Sacred Eels of Waai (75 reviews)
    - Sacred place
    Nature & Wildlife Areas
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    This was worth the visit. A young boy (16 yrs) is the guardian of the eel pond and will explain the ritual of locking 7 keys and opening a pathway to the ancestors so the 2 giant mystic eels will appear. No foreigners are allowed to attend this ritual - or outsiders. It happens 01 jan and at one other time of the year and involves throwing 7 spears. One giant eel has a gold earring and one a red neck tie. The young boy took over guardianship of the pond which was passed to him from his grandfather. The grandfather is still alive and is 71 yrs. Fascinating visit. See more..