When to Go
- BEST TIMES: The dry season May-October is the best overall, and generally cooler. Festivals are held during this time.
- ALSO CONSIDER: November-April is hot and humid but some areas, like Milne Bay, get less rain at this time.
Papua New Guinea Travel
J.P. McAuley’s said, “where the earth dances, the mountains speak and the doors of spirit open” of Papua New Guinea. It’s the kind of place that shocks even experienced travelers with massive forested landscapes only barely affected by humans. We craft Papua New Guinea tours that highlight the people of this mysterious land, representing hundreds of ethnic groups and speaking more than 800 languages. Explore the reefs and beaches of the coast to complete your Papua New Guinea adventure.
- Meet Huli, Kusumb, Melpa, and Hagen peoples, learning about their culture and traditional dress in the highlands.
- Snorkel or dive the outstanding Pacific coral reefs and explore the volcanic fjords of Tufi.
- Search for exotic birds of paradise and numerous species of orchid on hikes through the jungle.
- Travel the waterways of the Karawari by riverboat, passing villages and daily life along the water.
