Hello from the Western Highlands! ๐๐
High in the mountains of Papua New Guinea, where orchids bloom ๐บ and misty forests echo with birdsong ๐ถ, adventure awaits. Just like we say here, Hello Poro! ๐ค
With Paiya Tours, youโll stay at the famous Magic Mountain Nature Lodge ๐ก, the perfect base for birding enthusiasts. Go on guided treks to spot rare and exotic species โ from the Blue Bird of Paradise ๐ to the flamboyant Raggiana ๐ชถ, the dazzling Superb ๐ฆ, and the legendary King of Saxony ๐.
Your birding adventure in the Western Highlands begins with a โHello Poroโโฆ and ends with once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters. ๐๐
Itinerary
Day 1 โ Arrival & First Birding Experience
- Arrival in Mt Hagen โ๏ธ
- Transfer and check into Magic Mountain Lodge ๐ก
- Meet & greet, orientation
- Nature walk ๐ฟ
- Orchid search ๐ธ
- Birding around the lodge ๐ฆ
- Overnight at Magic Mountain Lodge ๐
Day 2 โ Full-Day Birding
- Breakfast at lodge ๐ณ
- Guided full-day birding expedition ๐ณ
- Spot the rare Blue Bird of Paradise ๐
- Capture the unique Loriaโs Bird of Paradise (Lowes Parotia) ๐ฆ
- Overnight at Magic Mountain Lodge ๐
Day 3 โ Encounter the Raggiana Bird of Paradise
- Explore forest trails ๐ฒ
- Photograph and observe the famous Raggiana ๐ชถ
- Discover other bird species of the Western Highlands ๐ฆ
- Overnight at Magic Mountain Lodge ๐
Day 4 โ Superb & King of Saxony
- Guided hike into the highlands ๐
- Spot the Superb Bird of Paradise ๐คโจ
- Capture the iconic King of Saxony ๐ with its striking plumes
- Overnight at Magic Mountain Lodge ๐
Day 5 โ Departure
- Breakfast at lodge ๐ณ
- Transfer to Mt Hagen Airport โ๏ธ
- Departure
Additional Information:
Estimated: PGK 2,000.00 per person
(Local/international visitors to arrange and purchase own tickets โ๏ธ)
Package Includes
- Accommodation at Magic Mountain Nature Lodge ๐ก
- All meals ๐ฝ๏ธ
- Transfers ๐
- Bird guide ๐จโ๐ฆฑ๐ฆ
- Porter service ๐งณ
- Land use fees per day ๐๏ธ
- Driver ๐
Package Cost Summary
- 2โ3 Pax โ $950 pp (โ PGK 3,610)
- 4โ5 Pax โ $738 pp (โ PGK 2,804)
- 6โ7 Pax โ $691 pp (โ PGK 2,626)
- Single Supplement โ $234 (โ PGK 889)
- Tour Lead โ $184 (โ PGK 699)
