Hello from Tari Valley! ๐๐
Journey into the heart of Papua New Guineaโs highlands, where misty mountains, lush forests, and one of the worldโs most fascinating tribes await. Just like we say here, Hello Poro! ๐ค
With Trans Niugini Tours, your adventure takes you to the award-winning Ambua Lodge ๐ก, perched high above the Tari Valley. Explore forest trails ๐ฟ, waterfalls ๐ฆ, vine bridges ๐, and witness the spectacular Birds of Paradise ๐ฆ. Meet the legendary Huli Wigmen ๐, famous for their human hair headdresses adorned with flowers ๐บ, moss ๐ฑ, and feathers ๐ชถ, while experiencing their vibrant โsing singโ traditions ๐ถ.
Your Tari Valley story begins with a โHello Poroโ… and ends with unforgettable highlands memories. ๐๐
Itinerary
Day 1 โ Arrival in Tari & Ambua Lodge Exploration
- Travel POM โ Tari โ๏ธ
- Transfer from Tari Airport to Ambua Lodge ๐ก
- Afternoon explorations:
โ Forest trails ๐ฟ
โ Gushing waterfalls ๐ฆ
โ Traditional vine bridges ๐
โ Observe over 13 species of Birds of Paradise ๐ฆ
โ Discover endangered flora & fauna ๐ฑ - Retire for the day at Ambua Lodge ๐
Day 2 & Day 3 โ Huli Wigmen & Cultural Encounters
- Breakfast at Ambua Lodge ๐ณ
- Visit villages of the iconic Huli tribe ๐๏ธ
- Witness colourful traditional attire (bilas) ๐ญ
- Learn about human hair wig headdresses ๐ decorated with flowers, moss, and feathers
- Experience Huli โsing singโ ๐ถ performances
- Visit Menโs Wig School & local villages ๐
- Gain insight into how this mountain tribe embraces modern life while preserving ancient traditions
- Retire for the day at Ambua Lodge ๐
Day 4 โ Departure
โข Breakfast at Ambua Lodge ๐ณ
โข Travel Tari โ POM โ๏ธ
Additional Information:
Estimated: PGK 2,000.00 per person
(Local/international visitors to arrange and purchase own tickets โ๏ธ)
Package Includes (Accommodation Costs)
- 3 nights at Ambua Lodge ๐ก
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner ๐ฝ๏ธ
- Airport transfers ๐ (Tari โ Lodge โ Tari)
- Guided tours ๐จโ๐ฆฑ
Package Cost Summary
- Twin Share โ PGK 3,649.00 per person
- Single Room โ PGK 4,518.00 per person
