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Best of PNG, a subsidiary of Indigo Safari’s Limited, creates tailor-made itineraries to the four best dive resorts in Papua New Guinea, like: Tufi, Lissenung, Rapopo, Walindi (and the liveaboards FeBrina, Oceania, and Golden Dawn), as well as cultural trips, Highland sing-sings, Sepik River mini-expeditions, outrigger safaris, bird watching and mountain treks. Using our expertise and local knowledge, we endeavour to create the perfect trip for every client, matching the right resorts to individual and group desires. We organise all your internal travel arrangements and Port Moresby stop-overs as well as flights from Brisbane, Cairns, Singapore, Manila, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Nadi and Honaria.
Find out more, email: cb@bestofpng.com
Aqua-Firma always places a special focus on locations which have great terrestrial wilderness and bountiful marine life. Papua New Guinea is a prime candidate with vast areas of both pristine rainforest and coral reef; colourful tribal cultures scattered from high mountains to tropical islands; birds of paradise; volcanoes and more.
A journey to Papua New Guinea cannot possibly feel like ‘doing’ the place. There is so much to explore above and below the water that you will find yourself immersed in a world that time forgot, scratching deep below what feels like an unfathomable surface. No one can possibly say that they know all the corners of Papua New Guinea – it’s simply too difficult to get around.
It is worth quoting a few numbers when describing Papua New Guinea, beginning with Tribal Culture. When we take you into the rainforest, an hour by motor canoe might take you past tribal villages spanning three or four unrelated languages. Across PNG, there are a total of 848 known languages, spread amongst a modest population of 7 million people. Whilst very much a thing of the past, cannibalism and tribal wars have played a major role in isolating communities and preventing integration. Today, contests are more often settled at a festival where tribes compete for the most elaborate costumes and displays, or take to a patch of grass to play their national sport of rugby league.
Holidays to Papua New Guinea
A land that is bound to intrigue, excite and astound in equal measure, Papua New Guinea has always been surrounded by myths and superlatives and, for those with an adventurous spirit, a genuinely different experience awaits. Your Papua New Guinea holiday ingredients range from highland tribal festivals with painted warriors, crocodile watching along the Sepik River, stunning birds of paradise, fabulous landscapes, dive sites that are amongst the best in the world, peaceful beach resorts, fascinating WW2 history, serious trekking, and a colourful and friendly population that offer a true South Pacific welcome to everyone making the long journey to
these exciting islands.
The journey to Papua New Guinea is a long one and so the destination combines well with a stopover in Singapore, Hong Kong or Manila. Get in touch to let us plan your PNG adventure and we’ll create the very definition of a ‘once in a lifetime’ experience.
BirdQuest, founded in 1981, has an unequalled repertoire of birding tours and combined birdwatching and wildlife holidays and cruises that will appeal to every kind of birder. Our tours are celebrated as the very best available, and we have shown our clients and friends over 10,200 bird species worldwide, more than any other birding tour company (and not that far off the total for all other birding tour companies combined!), as well as an extraordinary variety of mammals and many other fascinating aspects of the natural world.
UNCHARTED PAPUA NEW GUINEA EXPEDITION
Papua New Guinea Birding Tours: Birdquest has been operating tours to Papua New Guinea for over 30 years, but this phenomenally biodiverse country still conceals hidden avian gems which have been seen only by a handful of intrepid researchers and expeditioners. This special expedition will explore well off the beaten track in search of an enticing array of endemic birds which have previously been considered ‘off-limits’ to world birders, and our adventurous itinerary will certainly break new ground, potentially even rediscovering one or more lost species!
One of diving’s last frontiers Papua New Guinea plays host to a collection of the world’s finest reef diving regions. Here deep waters run adjacent to the mainland and neighbouring islands which in turn offers excellent chances of pelagic sightings such as sharks and rays. Combine this with pristine coral reefs and vibrant marine life and you have all the ingredients for a premier dive destination.
Kimbe Bay, Witu and Fathers Reef offer exceptional diving in the shape of huge soft corals and barrel sponges, big fish make for regular sightings in the open ocean north east of Kimbe with silvertips and grey reefs not uncommon.
We’ve handpicked a number of preferred operators throughout the region to offer a scope of the finest diving and land based opportunities. Walindi Plantation Resort is located in Kimbe Bay and is run in conjunction with FeBrina Liveaboard allowing easy access to local sites of New Britain and also the more remote regions of Witu and Father’s Reef.
Tufi Resort is easily accessed from Port Moresby on the north eastern coastline of the country, this is beautifully located resort is surrounded by inlets and dense tropical rainforest and offers superb diving. For land based we can arrange tours inland to Mt Hagan for authentic culture and beautiful topside vistas.
First and foremost, we are a small company and plan to keep it that way. 21 years ago, in 1994, we (Ian Green and Fiona Dunbar) started Greentours, from the back bedroom of our flat in Norfolk, where we had both been at University studying Ecology, with one computer and a new fangled phone/fax machine. We still have customers travelling with us who came with us on in our first year, or indeed on our first tour!
Ian, who had already been leading and organising wildlife tours for other companies, noticed a yearning on the part of many of his customers. Those on birding holidays rather wanted to stop and look at the butterflies and flowers that were being passed by, and customers on butterfly trips were covertly sneaking looks at bird books, floras, and even the odd tome on reptiles… Sometimes, there would even be couples with different areas of wildlife interest! Again guided by the desires of our customers, we have more recently started offering our popular photography, wildlife at leisure and Alpine Garden Society tours.
Naturetrek was founded in 1986 and our first tours specialised in birdwatching and botanical treks to remote and mountainous areas of the world. Thirty-two years later, we still offer many such treks, but our portfolio of holidays now includes 450+ holidays to over 90 different destinations worldwide. Today, we offer the world’s largest selection of professionally organised natural history holidays.
What Can I Expect on a Naturetrek holiday?
All of our holidays are expertly guided by a leading naturalist. In addition, we often take an expert local guide(s). Birds, mammals and plants are usually the main focus of our tours but we do incorporate as many other aspects of the natural world as possible, and many of our tours also include cultural highlights. Our holidays are often longer than other wildlife tours and, because they tend to be slower-paced (with the exception of our Bargain Selection), offer more time for detailed wildlife exploration, photography, relaxation and to take an interest in the region’s people, culture, history and architecture.
We generally spend as much time as we can in an area searching for birds, mammals and plants on foot, though we do travel by minibus at least some of the time on most of our tours.
Papua New Guinea is one of the wildest and least explored regions on earth. Its astonishingly rich avifauna includes nearly 400 endemic species, amongst them the exquisite birds-of-paradise. This group of birds forms one of the principal objectives of this 16-day birdwatching tour. Starting in the capital Port Moresby, our tour visits Varirata National Park, Rondon Ridge, Karawari Lodge and finally the world-famous Ambua Lodge, encountering en route a wonderful variety of birds including many of the unique and fantastically plumaged birds-of-paradise. The lodge is situated at Tari Gap in the central highlands, home of the Huli tribe, or ‘wigmen’, known for their ornate ceremonial wigs, and dances and songs fashioned on the mating rituals of the birds-of-paradise.
Mat McLachlan Battlefield Tours offers memorable Papua New Guinea World War Two tours focused on the Battle of Kokoda and the Battle of Milne Bay.
The company’s leading War Historian will walk you through historic battlefield sites taking you back in time and bringing to life WWII memories of courage and sacrifice.
Kokoda Track Tours are available without the trekking. Email info@battlefields.com.au for information and bookings.
Cruising to Papua New Guinea offers a relaxed and rewarding way to experience one of the Pacific’s most culturally rich and naturally beautiful destinations. Departing from Australia, cruise travellers enjoy the ease of unpacking once while exploring multiple PNG ports, combining comfort at sea with authentic onshore experiences operated by Carnival Cruise Line (formerly P&O Cruises Australia).
Popular cruise stops include Alotau, Kiriwina Island and Rabaul, where visitors are welcomed by vibrant local communities, pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters and fascinating wartime and cultural history. From snorkelling and island walks to traditional performances and village encounters, each destination showcases a different side of Papua New Guinea.
With warm hospitality, dramatic landscapes and untouched marine environments, Papua New Guinea is an ideal cruise destination for travellers seeking both adventure and relaxation. Cruising offers a seamless introduction to the country’s diverse islands while enjoying the comfort, entertainment and amenities Carnival Cruise Line is known for.
Crooked Compass is a boutique tour operator offering small group and customized tours encouraging you to experience the lesser known side of Papua New Guinea.
Sample a Crooked Compass itinerary that features a fascinating cultural festival. Be amazed by the unique cultures and traditions that this Melanesian country is renown for.
For information and bookings, email: info@crooked-compass.com or phone +61 1300 855 790
Wild Earth Expeditions is an all-inclusive boutique travel company offering the ultimate adventure with custom-designed expeditions that are operated to the highest standard.
Take advantage of the Wild Earth Expeditions Papua New Guinea itineraries that take full advantage of natural occurrences, marine and wildlife spectacles, local festivities and special events.
For further information and bookings, email: info@WildEarthExpeditions.com
Abercrombie & Kent is a luxury holiday and travel company which runs 11 day cruises to areas including Madang and the Sepik River. With a maximum of 36 passengers and a crew of 18 as well as local guides on the ground, Abercrombie & Kent can guarantee the best service available.
Book your luxury expeditionary cruise with Abercrombie & Kent, email: contact@abercrombiekent.com.au
North Star Cruises offers an 11 day luxury cruise passing by the many islands around Kavieng and New Hanover, Rabaul, the Tufi Fjords, the Ferguson Islands and alongside Alotau. One highlight is the breathtaking helicopter tour to the volcano at Rabaul and the Isurava memorial on the Kokoda Track.
For further information email: cruise@truenorth.com.au or phone (+61 8) 91921 829
Coral Expeditions have been introducing guests to Papua New Guinea’s unique cultural heritage since 2005.
Destinations on the Coral Expeditions itinerary include Alotau, Buna, the Trobriands, Tufi Fjords and more.
For further information and bookings, call: 1800 079 545 or +61 7 4040 9999 or email explore@coralexpeditions.com
Getaway Trekking offers tours through well-known routes in Papua New Guinea, like the famous Kokoda Track, Kapa Kapa to Jaure Trail and the Embassa Cultural Trek.
Explore Papua New Guinea with Getaway Trekking, email for information and bookings: info@getawaytrekking.com
Escape Trekking Adventures specialize in trekking Papua New Guinea’s Kokoda Track and Mt. Wilhelm. Clients are ensured a support team during and after their trek to make sure they have an enjoyable, fun and safe trekking experience.
For further information and bookings, email: shane@escapetrekkingadventures.com.au or phone +61 422 372 273
Heritage Expeditions operates the 50 berth expedition cruise ship, the Spirit of Enderby, to a number of fascinating destinations including Papua New Guinea.
Heritage Expeditions’ impeccable record of responsible and education travel ensures you receive a warm welcome and an authentic experience in Papua New Guinea.
For more information and bookings, email: info@heritage-expeditions.com
World Expeditions specializes in travel and trekking Kokoda Track in small groups. The company runs 14-day tours to trek the Kokoda Trail with 10 full days of trekking and day tours to historic villages Gona and Buna on the north coast.
World Expeditions is dedicated to responsible travel wherever their trips go.
For further information and bookings, email: info@worldexpeditions.com.au or phone 1300 720 000
Kokoda Trekking offers a selection of trekking options to accommodate any fitness level and every time frame.
The company offers Kokoda Track packages of six days or longer, and can also help to book for Loloata Island Resort where trekkers can participate in a range of other activities such as fishing and diving.
For further information and bookings, email: trekking@kokodatrail.com.au/trekking@kokodatrekkingaust.com.au or phone +61 7 3201 0017
Noble Caledonia’s raison d’être has from our earliest days been to offer varied cruises on vessels of a certain style and size. Such small ships allow us to create itineraries and an onboard ambience that is conducive to exploring the world and learning of its wonders in the company of like-minded travellers. It is our view that the best way to achieve this ideal is to limit the number of passengers to such a size that allows the camaraderie to grow between passengers thereby creating a warm and friendly atmosphere onboard. Small numbers onboard also allow the crew and staff to provide a more personal and caring service, something which is not feasible on larger vessels.
The company’s success has been built on providing an informative yet relaxed atmosphere onboard combined with a true spirit of adventure. Amongst the wealth of information on this site you will not find a seemingly endless series of similar itineraries, but many one-off voyages that can transport you to the most interesting and often little known places where only small ships can venture.
We aim to offer many types of trips from expedition cruising, small ship cruising, cruises under sail and river cruising. Every year we re-invent our long list of trips keeping some of the most popular but always offering something new. In addition to our first love which is small ships, we also offer journeys by private plane, private train and escorted worldwide tours.
Each year our horizons widen and we hope whilst exploring our website you will find ample evidence of why Noble Caledonia is the world’s leading small ship cruising expert. Whether you join one of the trips close to home in the Hebrides or in far flung Papua New Guinea you will be assured of a warm welcome onboard and a team of knowledgeable expedition staff and guest speakers that will make your journey an enjoyable and rewarding experience.
Back Track Adventures is composed of a team of professional Australian trek leaders and a local trekking crew from villages along the Kokoda Track.
The company offers treks of Kokoda on an 11-day itinerary, including nine days of walking, allowing time to take in all of the significant historical sites at a sensible pace.
For further information and bookings, email: info@backtrack.com.au or call 1300 669 780 or +61 7 3850 7600
Original Diving Papua New Guinea
Original Diving are a team of committed divers, marine biologists and travellers dedicated to creating the best luxury diving holidays around the world. They create tailor-made itineraries that perfectly suit their clients’ needs, using their expert knowledge of destinations.
As one of the few countries left in the world that can still be regarded as ‘off-the-beaten-track’, Papua New Guinea boasts some truly world-class diving in unspoilt waters, with the added benefit of there being virtually no one else there. And it’s not just the underwater world that is unspoilt, in land there is plenty to be discovered, be it learning more about the country’s fascinating culture or enjoying the abundant bird and other wildlife.
The experts at Original Diving have extensively researched both the coastal and inland areas of Papua New Guinea in search of the very best accommodation, top dive sites and other must-visit spots to allow them to create fantastic bespoke diving itineraries.
The nation of Papua New Guinea (PNG) comprises the eastern half of the island of New Guinea, second largest island in the world, as well as many other Pacific islands, some of a considerable size such as New Britain and New Ireland, and many much smaller islands and atolls.
The most linguistically diverse country on earth, PNG has more than 850 mutually unintelligible, indigenous languages reflecting at least as many different traditional tribal societies. This astonishing cultural variety has given rise to many different forms of expression, including art, carving, dance, singing, music and flamboyant costumes and hairstyles. The colourful cultural heritage is celebrated annually at numerous large regional festivals and sing-sings, including Goroka and Mt Hagen and lesser-known Tumbuna and Kundu.
Habitats range from dense tropical rainforest to savannah and wetland plains, volcanic mountains to white sand beaches and coral reefs. The forests are home to many rare species of marsupial such as tree kangaroo, insects including the Queen Alexandra birdwing (the world’s largest butterfly) and birds such as the cassowary. However, PNG is best known for Sir Richard Attenborough’s favourites: the brilliantly coloured birds of paradise, with 38 of the 43 known species found there.
Papua New Guinea is truly one of the world’s last travel frontiers. Nature and humanity unite in a heady mix of sights and sounds, and many parts of the country remain blissfully unaffected by the ever-advancing ways of the western world. However, PNG is definitely up and coming (it received the Most Emergent Destination award from Wanderlust Magazine in 2014) and, now that Reef & Rainforest can put together tours at reasonable cost, there should be many more visitors, so go now while it’s still authentic and unspoilt.
The country’s ancient cultures still thrive and age-old traditions are still practised – visitors can attend fire-dancing ceremonies and interact with the masked mud-men of Goroka – while remnants of more recent historic events still litter some of the towns and jungles; Japanese war relics are still present in New Britain province from the second world war.
Visitors can find themselves heading to the Highlands to discover the country’s incredible birdlife, before experiencing first hand the culture and traditional lives of the indigenous Huli Wigmen, with vibrantly-painted faces and extravagant headdresses. The explosive Mt Tavurvur – an impressive stratovolcano on the coast of New Britain – is a ‘must see’ when exploring the country’s eastern islands and active travellers seeking a challenge can opt to tackle part of the gruelling Kokoda Trail through rugged landscapes to retrace the steps of wartime POWs.
The video above, courtesy of the Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority, offers a glimpse into the annual Sepik River Crocodile & Arts fetival, a cultural celebration held by the traditional communities of the Sepik River area, in which the freshwater crocodile is revered. Speak to Stef about joining our brand new group tour which attends this event in 2019, and learn about the beliefs and legends that surround this animal.
Backed by years of tourism experience No Limit Adventures specialize in tours to Papua New Guinea and offer adventure style trips, surfing, cultural experiences, diving and more.
No Limit Adventures offers personalized tours to private, group and corporate clients.
For further information and bookings email: info@nolimitadventures.com.au
Aquaventure steht für individuelle Tauchreisen – auf Wunsch kombiniert mit Trekking und Kultur – zu den schönen Zielen dieser Welt. Auf unserer Webseite finden Sie Reisen mit dem Schwerpunkt auf Tauchen in Südostasien: Indonesien, Malaysia, Malediven, Philippinen, Palau, Papua-Neuguinea und Yap.
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More than 15 years of experience in creating individual tours to virtually every region of PNG. Tailormade packages for individuals, couples and small groups, specials for shows and festivals.
DIVING TRAVEL
For more than 30 years, Ultramarina has been realizing your diving dreams from the most classic to the craziest.
Ultramarina is a vast choice and expertise of diving destinations and trips. We make you dive around the world. A choice of destinations and hotels ever larger, an original and rigorous selection, an à la carte service allowing you to combine several dive sites in one trip, at your own pace and according to your budget: Ultramarina, is a reference in the diving trip. Our know-how and our seriousness are recognized and appreciated by our dive centers and our customers.
LOLOATA
Un séjour de plongée à Loloata Island est une façon idéale de commencer un voyage en Papouasie. L’île est située dans la baie de Bootless, de 35 à 45 minutes de trajet depuis l’aéroport international de Port Moresby, ce qui en fait un lieu idéal pour se mettre en palmes en arrivant d’un long voyage … (lire la suite)
TUFI
Tufi est un petit village situé dans la province d’Oro, sur la côte Nord de la pointe de Papouasie Nouvelle Guinée. La côte du Cap Nelson, là où est niché Tufi, est découpée par des fjords qui s’engouffrent à l’intérieur des terres. Ces fjords créés par des tremblements de terre sont creusés à 90 m … (lire la suite)
MILNE BAY
La province de Milne Bay est située à l’Est de la Papouasie. Elle englobe les archipels au large, dont les Trobriands et Louisiade, mais également la baie intérieure de Alotau qui forme un port naturel entre les deux bras de terre. Avant de devenir un haut lieu de la plongée, Milne Bay fut une base … (lire la suite)
NOUVELLE BRETAGNE
L’île de Nouvelle Bretagne est située au Nord du pays, en Mer de Bismarck. Cette situation exceptionnelle, à la croisée des courants en a fait un haut lieu de la plongée pour sa richesse sous-marine. Lors de la planification de votre voyage, vous aurez le choix, car la plongée en Nouvelle Bretagne … (lire la suite)
NOUVELLE IRLANDE
La Nouvelle-Irlande fait partie des îles les plus septentrionales de Papouasie Nouvelle-Guinée, c’est un haut lieu de la plongée autour de Kavieng. La Nouvelle-Irlande est une île longue et montagneuse, peu peuplée avec une ambiance typique des îles isolées du Pacifique.
Kavieng, la capitale … (lire la suite)
Diving in Papua New Guinea:
THE BEST TIME TO DIVE IN PAPUA NEW GUINEA.
Papua New Guinea enjoys a hot and humid tropical climate year-round, with temperatures ranging from 28 to 30°C at the coast. The rainy season runs from December to March, with variations depending on the region, but the rains never prevent diving; only visibility may be affected. The season is reversed in Milne Bay, where rainfall is heavier from May to August. Water temperatures range from an average of 25°C in the south to an average of 29°C in the northern islands. The peak season is from April to October.
Diving in Papua New Guinea:
THE UNDERWATER WILDLIFE OF PAPUA NEW GUINEA.
Papua New Guinea lies at the heart of what scientists call the Coral Triangle, an area of immense biodiversity encompassing Indonesia, the Philippines, East Borneo, Papua New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands. It includes more than 600 species of coral and over 3,000 species of fish. Biologists estimate that Papua New Guinea is home to more than 80% of these species. The influence of strong ocean currents from Indonesia and the equator is significant. They bring vital nutrients for the growth of corals and fish, from the smallest to the largest.
Diving Cruises in
Papua New Guinea
: As elsewhere, a diving cruise allows you to indulge your passion while discovering the region’s most beautiful dive sites. The choice isn’t huge, as Papua New Guinea isn’t a mass-market diving destination. FeBrina, based in Walindi, New Britain, offers 6- to 10-night itineraries in the north around Kimbe Bay, Fathers Reefs, and Witu Island, or around Rabaul. Other boats offer cruises to Milne Bay upon request.
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April 2019
Febrina
18.04.2019
28.04.2019
Signature Itinerary – Diving Kimbe Bay Reefs, Witu Islands and Father Reefs.
ab: Walindi
an: Walindi
letzte Aktualisierung gestern
12 freie Plätze
Buchungsanfrage
Oceania
19.04.2019
29.04.2019
Signature Itinerary – Diving Kimbe Bay, Witu Islands and Fathers Reefs
ab: Walindi Resort
an: Walindi Resort
letzte Aktualisierung gestern
4 freie Plätze
Buchungsanfrage
Mai 2019
Oceania
11.05.2019
21.05.2019
Signature Itinerary – Diving Kimbe Bay, Witu Islands and Fathers Reefs
ab: Walindi Resort
an: Walindi Resort
Buchungsanfrage
Febrina
12.05.2019
22.05.2019
Signature Itinerary – Includes Kimbe Bay, Fathers Reefs and Witu Islands (all weather permitting)
ab: Walindi
an: Walindi
letzte Aktualisierung gestern
8 freie Plätze
Buchungsanfrage
Febrina
23.05.2019
02.06.2019
Signature Itinerary – Diving Kimbe Bay Reefs, Witu Islands and Fathers Reefs.
ab: Walindi
an: Walindi
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Jouw reis naar Australië, Nieuw-Zeeland en de South Pacific verdient een specialist. Iemand die bergen lokale reiservaring inzet om jouw reis speciaal te maken. Aussie Tours was de start van Best Of Travel. Dus Oceanië heeft eeuwig een plekje in ons hart. En dat voel jij in het reisvoorstel dat je krijgt. Doe hier inspiratie op voor een reis op maat. En maak daarna een afspraak met je travel designer.
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Geen 2 mensen zijn gelijk, dus geen 2 reizen zijn dezelfde. Elke reis wordt op maat gemaakt.
Dag 1-2 Van Brussel via het Midden-Oosten naar ‘Down Under’
Dag 3 Aankomst in Port Moresby
Dag 4 Vlucht naar Tari
Dag 5 Het regenwoud in
Dag 6 Kennismaking met de Huli-krijgers
Dag 7 Vlucht naar Karawari
Dag 8 Typische maskers
Dag 9 Op naar Mount Hagen
Dag 10 Ontmoeting de gevleugelde bewoners
Dag 11-12 Via Port Moresby terug naar Brussel
DIAMIR is one of the leading tour operators for adventure travel in German-speaking countries. The DIAMIR story began with the idea of creating German-speaking guided nature and culture tours in small groups of no more than twelve participants, enabling responsible travel to the most beautiful regions of the world. And so, a small group of travel enthusiasts decided to found their own tour operator.
ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival.
Flight to Singapore.
Air Niugini Fokker 70
Day 2: Singapore – Port Moresby
Arrival in the Lion City of Singapore, from where you will fly on to Port Moresby.
Day
3: Port Moresby – Goroka (1x/B/L/D)
Early morning arrival in the country’s capital: Port Moresby. This is the country’s commercial center and, accordingly, offers a somewhat idiosyncratic mix of dusty glass facades, numerous opportunists, and typical urban traffic chaos. For these reasons, you will continue directly on a connecting flight to your first destination: Goroka. There will be time to recover from your journey or take a first excursion into the city. Overnight stay at a hotel.
Young Mudman in front of the Sing-Sing.
Day 4: Goroka 1×(B/L/D)
You will explore the area around Goroka. Enjoy the pleasant highland climate and the scenery of a town that is difficult to compare to those of our own. After visiting a coffee roastery, a first cultural highlight awaits you – the village of the Asaro, the “clay people.” But this is just a taste of the cultural explosion that awaits you in the coming days. Overnight stay as on the previous day. (Travel time approx. 2 hours).
Impressions of the Kutubu Festival,
Days 5-6: Goroka Festival (2 breakfasts)
Experience the unique Goroka Festival, a gathering of highland people like no other. Immerse yourself in a vibrant festival with over 2,000 participants, traditional dances, breathtaking combat games, and evocative songs. The festival grounds vibrate as hundreds of colorfully adorned warriors move simultaneously to the rhythm of the drums. The legendary traditions of New Guinea come alive here. At the same time, the diverse costumes made of bird-of-paradise feathers, pig ribs, and shell necklaces offer countless photo opportunities. The Goroka Show, featuring approximately 120 ethnic groups, tribes, and clans, is considered the largest “Sing Sing” in Papua New Guinea. Two nights in a hotel.
Highland Road
Day 7: Goroka – Simbu 1×(B/L/D)
Drive to Simbu Province. The drive offers beautiful views of the mountain ranges of the central highlands. You will travel to the village of Kagai and have time for a walk in the afternoon. Overnight stay in a simple guesthouse. (Driving time approx. 4 hours).
Fields in the Highlands
, Day 8: Simbu – Kagai 1×(B/L/D)
You will spend the day in the village and visit the school, among other things. The day will give you a good insight into the simple life of people in large parts of New Guinea. Today you will also enjoy a meal cooked in a “mumu” – a feast prepared in the earth oven typical of the Pacific region. Overnight stay in a homestay.
Orchid
Day 9: Kagai – Kumul 1×(B/L/D)
A pleasant drive through the picturesque highland landscape awaits you, leading to Kumul Lodge near Mt. Hagen. Arrival in the afternoon. The lodge, beautifully integrated into the natural surroundings, is an ideal location for birdwatching. The bird-of-paradise family is native to the Moluccas, northern Australia, and especially the island of New Guinea. These birds, adorned with striking plumage, are not only interesting for bird enthusiasts. Their feathers also play an important role as ornaments in the lives of the Papuan people. (Driving time approx. 5 hours).
Public Transport and Potholes
Day 10: Kumul – Daga 1×(B/L/D)
The overland journey continues to Daga, where the Kutubu Festival, the second festival of the trip, takes place. Overnight stay in a guesthouse. (Travel time approx. 6 hours).
Impressions of the Kutubu Festival,
Days 11–13: Kutubu Festival (3x B/L/D)
The Kutubu Festival lasts three days. Unlike Goroka, Kutubu is still relatively untouched by tourism. The long journeys of the last few days are well worth it. Here you can see the fearsome highland warriors of the Huli people, as well as the dancers of the Kaluli and Foe tribes. In Kutubu, everything is a bit smaller, wilder, and perhaps more adventurous than expected. In addition to visiting the festival grounds, short excursions into the surrounding area are also on the agenda. If time allows, you will visit Lake Kutubu – the largest freshwater lake in Papua New Guinea. Three nights in a guesthouse.
Market in Mt. Hagen.
Day 14: Daga – Mount Hagen 1×(B/L/D)
With all the impressions of the past few days, you begin your journey back to civilization. Mount Hagen is considered the center of the highlands. However, after the primal and powerful experiences of the past few days, you may initially feel a bit out of place in the city. But don’t worry, the very next day you will venture into a more remote region of New Guinea. Overnight stay in a hotel. (Travel time approx. 6 hours).
Village in the Sepik River,
Day 15: Mount Hagen – Wewak – Sepik Plain 1×(B/L/D)
Early morning flight to Wewak. The vast Sepik Plain awaits you. Dugout canoes and motorized kayaks are the main means of transport in the region and represent the only possible access to modern civilization, towns, and markets for many villages. Due to high fuel costs, however, river transport is limited to larger shared taxis and traders, so a large part of the Sepik population continues to live a very natural and traditional life. You will travel upstream in a motorized kayak to the village of Kanganamun, where, with a bit of luck, you will encounter members of the famous Crocodile Men. Adorned with a crocodile-shaped scar pattern, these Papuans are highly respected members of society and symbolize the special relationship of the river dwellers to the spirit world of the Sepik. Overnight stay in the village in a simple hut. (Travel time approx. 4 hours, motorized kayak approx. 2 hours).
Sunset in the Sepik Plain
. Day 16: Sepik Plain 1×(B/L/D)
The day is dedicated to exploring life along the Sepik River. Perhaps you will learn from the villagers about the extraction of sago palm starch and about fishing in the river. You will attend artistic dance performances in the region’s villages. Intricate carvings, elaborate body adornments, and magnificent spirit houses accompany you on your journey through the branching labyrinth of the river’s tributaries. As the sun dips behind the Prince Alexander Mountains in the evening, gray wisps of smoke rise from the green canopy of the primeval forest, and hornbills fill the evening with their deep cries, you will realize how far you have come from the world as we know it. Overnight stay as on the previous day.
Art of the Sepik,
Day 17: Sepik Plain – Wewak – Port Moresby 1×(B/L/D)
Today you leave the green, wild paradise of the Sepik by boat and travel back to Wewak. Flight to Port Moresby. Overnight stay in a hotel. (Travel time approx. 3 hours).
Tree Kangaroos
Day 18: Port Moresby 1×B
The morning is at your leisure. An optional visit to the nature park offers a fascinating glimpse into the fauna of New Guinea. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Singapore by Night
, Day 19: Port Moresby – Singapore (1x breakfast)
The morning is at your leisure. In the afternoon, transfer to the airport and flight to Singapore. Arrival in the evening and onward flight from Singapore to Germany. If you are interested, we can arrange a stopover in Singapore for you.
Day 20: Arrival
in Germany.
BESONDERE REISEN ZU AUSSERGEWÖHNLICHEN PLÄTZEN
Horizont Tours ist Ihr Spezialist für individuell gestaltete Privat-und Kleingruppenreisen zu den interessantesten und schönsten Plätzen der Erde – von außergewöhnlichen Safaris in Afrika und Kulturreisen in Asien über Wüstenexpeditionen in der Sahara, Flusstouren mit dem Kanu in Kanada, Selbstfahrerreisen in Chile und Trekking im Oman bis hin zu unvergesslichen Begegnungen mit anderen Menschen und Völkern in Äthiopien und Papua-Neuguinea.
Aufwändige, sowie maßgeschneiderte Reisen, Kombinationen von erlesenen Reisebausteinen, Hotels und Lodges nach Wunsch und Reisebudget sowie ein bequemer Rundum-Service lassen Ihren Urlaub von Beginn an zu etwas ganz besonderem werden.
Ihr hoher Anspruch, Ihre Wünsche und Reisevorstellungen sind unser Ansporn, um für Sie die perfekte Reise zu organisieren.
Horizont Tours wurde im August 2005 aus der Taufe gehoben. Seither haben wir unser Angebot ständig erweitert. Vor Ort, im jeweiligen Reiseland, arbeiten wir nur mit den besten, von uns ausgewählten Agenturen zusammen. In einigen der von uns angebotenen Destinationen haben wir selbst gelebt und gearbeitet. Diese Erfahrung garantiert Ihnen aussergewöhnliche Reisen und kompetente Beratung.
Bismarck-Archipels – eine ganz besondere Reise erwartet Sie!
Zum Maskenfest nach Papua-Neuguinea
17 Tage, 13 Nächte
Port Moresby – Tari – Mt. Hagen – Goroka – Rabaul – Masken Festival – Port Moresby
Aufbruch ins Unerwartete – Papua Neuguinea, Paradiesvögel und unberührte Landschaften
17 Tage, 13 Nächte
Port Moresby – Tari – Mount Hagen – Wewak – Sepik – Wewak – Madang – Rabaul – Kokopo – Port Moresby
Zur Goroka-Show nach Papua-Neuguinea
17 Tage, 13 Nächte
Port Moresby – Wewak – Sepik Region – Mt. Hagen – Goroka – Goroka Show – Rabaul – Kokopo – Port Moresby
Flugexpedition Papua-Neuguinea
11 Tage, 10 Nächte
Port Moresby – Mt. Hagen – Lake Murray – Tari – Sepik Region – Port Moresby
Zur Mount Hagen Show nach Papua-Neuguinea
17 Tage, 13 Nächte
Port Moresby – Madang – Wewak – Sepik Region – Wewak – Mt. Hagen – Goroka – Rabaul – Kokopo – Port Moresby
Trekking mit Besteigung des Mount Wilhelm
14 Tage, 13 Nächte
Port Moresby – Mt. Hagen – Wahgi-Tal – Ambulla – Mt. Wilhelm Trek – Gipfel Besteigung – Goroka – Madang – Port Moresby
Wir sorgen dafür, dass Sie Ihre individuelle, auf Ihre Bedürfnisse abgestimmte Reise bei uns finden.
IHR SPEZIALIST FÜR FLEXIBLE INDIVIDUALREISEN
Verknüpfen Sie nach Lust und Laune Ihre Vorlieben und wir stellen Ihnen die passende Rundreise zusammen – abgestimmt auf Ihre Wünsche betreffend Gruppengrösse, Komfort, Budget, Reisegewandtheit, Interessen und Hobbys.
Ihre Vorteile auf einen Blick:
perfekt abgestimmte Reiserouten
eigene Spezialisten für jedes Land
rund um die Uhr Betreuung von unseren Experten vor Ort
wählbare Hotelklassen
mit Reisegarantie (Mitglied der Schweizer Reisebranche)
Tochtergesellschaft des Migros Genossenschaftsbund
Fascinating Papua New Guinea
11 Tage/10 Nächte – ab/bis Port Moresby
jeden Freitag, Privatrundreise, Englisch
Kommen Sie mit auf eine Reise, die Sie in die Tiefen der spannenden und vielfältigen Kultur und zu den unberührten Landschaften Papua-Neuguineas entführt. Erleben Sie, wie uralte Traditionen noch heute das Leben bestimmen, und tauchen Sie ein in die bunte Farbenwelt zu Land und – wenn Sie mögen – auch zu Wasser. Diese Rundreise wird Sie verzaubern!
Auf meine Reise setzen
ab CHF 5298.- pro Person
5 Hotels in Papua-Neuguinea ab CHF 181.- pro Person
Airways Hotel
Papua-Neuguinea, Port Moresby
1 Nacht, Frühstück
Mittelklassehotel beim Flughafen, ideal für dier erste oder letzte Übernachtung in Papua-Neuguinea.
Auf meine Reise setzen Details ab CHF 181.- pro Person
Tufi Dive Resort
Papua-Neuguinea, Oro-Provinz
1 Nacht, Vollpension
Dieses wundervolle Boutiqueresort ist wie eine versteckte Oase und überzeugt durch persönlichen Service und die traumhafte Lage.
Auf meine Reise setzen Details ab CHF 181.- pro Person
Lissenung Island Resort
Papua-Neuguinea, New Ireland
1 Nacht, Vollpension
Das privat und liebevoll geführte Resort ist ein kleines Paradies und verströmt ein Robinson-Crusoe-Feeling.
Unser niederländisches Unternehmen Pacific Island Travel wurde 1993 von Geschäftsführer Rob Kusters gegründet und ist auf individuelle Urlaubsreisen nach Papua-Neuguinea, Australien, Neuseeland, Hawaii und auf die Inseln des Südpazifiks spezialisiert.
Wir verfügen über ausgezeichnete Produktkenntnisse in Papua-Neuguinea sowie über umfangreiche Reiseerfahrungen im südpazifischen Raum. Als niederländischer Spezialist Nr. 1 in der Region möchten wir unseren Kunden den bestmöglichen Service bieten und Ihr Urlaubsplan wird zu 100% auf die individuellen Bedürfnisse zugeschnitten. Schlagen Sie einzigartige Erlebnisse und einen unverzichtbaren Ort für Touristen, Kulturinteressierte, Taucher und Schnorchler vor.
Kontaktieren Sie unsere PNG-Spezialistin Margret Stornebrink – margret@pacificislandtravel.nl, um Ihren Traumurlaub zu planen
Pacific Travel House ist der Veranstalter für Reisen nach Australien, Neuseeland, in die Südsee und nach Hawaii, nach Mikronesien und Papua Neuguinea. Seit 1988 planen, organisieren und betreuen wir Reisen zu einigen der schönsten Länder dieser Erde. Unsere Stärken sind die Ausarbeitung individueller Reiseprogramme und die Vorstellung der verschiedensten Reisevorschläge. Die interessantesten dieser Vorschläge finden Sie auf den folgenden Seiten. Neben den Reisen “auf eigene Faust” werden Sie dort auch eine große Auswahl an deutsch- und englischsprachig geführten Rundreisen und Abenteuertouren finden.
Wer Erholung an kilometerlangen Südsee-Stränden bevorzugt, ist hier sicherlich nicht richtig. Obwohl PNG bei Besuchern auch mit zahlreichen schönen Küstenabschnitten punkten kann, bietet das Land vor allem einen Blick in unsere eigene Vergangenheit. Hier sind uralte Rituale noch lebendig, die Natur der Insel noch so ursprünglich und unberührt, dass viele Teile bisher noch gar nicht erkundet wurden.
Reisen mit anthropologischem oder zoologischem Charakter werden von uns mit viel Fingerspitzengefühl durchgeführt. Nichts liegt uns ferner als die Völker Papuas vorzuführen oder in den natürlichen Lebensraum der einzigartigen Tierwelt einzudringen – statt dessen versuchen wir ein ausgewogenes Miteinander zu finden oder stiller Beobachter zu sein in der Wechselbeziehung zwischen Flora und Fauna. Tauchurlauber werden die Gewässer, vor allem an der Nordküste Papuas lieben: hohe Sichtweiten, großer Artenreichtum und spektakuläre Steilwände warten neben riesigen Wracks und farbenfrohen Korallengärten darauf, ertaucht zu werden. Papua-Neuguinea erwartet Sie!
Photo copyright of Jürgen Freund
Papua Neuguinea hat einige der besten und schönsten Tauchreviere der Welt vorzuweisen. Mehr als zweimal so viele Fischspezies wie im Roten Meer und fast die zehnfache Artenvielfalt im Vergleich zur Karibik sind eindeutige Argumente. Eine einzigartige Unterwasserlandschaft, dazu von üppigem Regenwald bewachsene Gebirgsregionen mit erloschenen Vulkanen bieten nicht nur dem Taucher eine großartige und beeindruckende Kulisse. Charakteristisch für Papua Neuguinea, dass sehr tiefes Wasser ganz nah an die Küsten reicht.
Nur wenige Meter von den Stränden entfernt, fallen die Riffwände steil ab in die Tiefe. Etliche Wracks, überwiegend aus dem Zweiten Weltkrieg, sind über und unter Wasser im ganzen Land verteilt. Flugzeuge, Schiffe und U-Boote, viele in sehr guten Zustand, sind zu künstlichen Riffen geworden. Das Tauchen von Land in Papua Neuguinea ist besonders attraktiv, da die Tauchplätze sehr nahe vor der Küste sind und mit kleinen Speedbooten in kürzester Zeit erreicht werden.
Vor allem Taucher, denen ein längerer Aufenthalt auf einem Tauchsafarischiff nicht behagt, werden hier nicht auf “zweitklassige” ufernahe Tauchplätze vertröstet. Die Tauchplätze an der Küste sind allerdings stärker beeinflusst von Wetterbedingungen. Nach starken Regenfällen ist die Sicht oft reduziert.
Obwohl der Standard der überwiegend von Australiern geleiteten Tauchbasen sehr gut ist, sollten Taucher eine separate Tauchunfallversicherung wie sie z.B. von DAN angeboten wird, abschließen. Dies gilt vor allem für Tauchkreuzfahrten, wo innerhalb kurzer Zeit sehr viel getaucht wird.
Eine moderne Dekompressionskammer ist in Port Moresby vorhanden. Logbuch, Brevet, INT Adapter und Tauchtauglichkeitsbescheinigung sollten mitgebracht werden. Die Wassertemperaturen liegen zwischen 25°C und 30°C. In der Regel reicht ein 3 oder 5 mm Nasstauchanzug.
UNSERER MEINUNG
nach das wahrscheinlich beste Tauchen weltweit. Intakte Riffe mit einer unwahrscheinlichen Artenvielfalt, Großfisch und Wracks. Es ist alles vorhanden, was das Herz eines Tauchers höher schlagen lässt.
DIVE CRUISES Liveaboard
dive cruises offer divers the best opportunity to pursue their sport as intensively as possible. Up to four, and in extreme cases five, dives per day can be completed with the sensible use of a dive computer. Warm water and the tropical climate make this very enjoyable. Life on board revolves entirely around diving. The remaining time between dives is spent sunbathing, sleeping, eating, and shore excursions. The standard on liveaboard dive cruise ships in Papua New Guinea is very high; most ships have been in business for a long time and possess excellent knowledge of the dive sites. The diving experience is highly personalized, as most guests have a very high level of diving experience.
“PNG (Papua New Guinea) Holidays aims to promote Papua New Guinea as a safe and exotic holiday destination to the rest of the world. We will provide accurate and up to date travel information, exciting and unique holiday experiences to a destination unlike anywhere else in the world. We will encourage respect and understanding of Papua New Guinea Culture and Nature and will ensure that future tourism activity to and within Papua New Guinea is sustainable for the future of everyone – locals and visitors alike”.
PNG Holidays is the vision of a few of us who have experienced PNG first hand and have a passion and understanding for Papua New Guinea and its exotic cultures, wildlife and pristine natural landscapes that remain virtually untouched by modern civilization. There has been much negative press towards PNG and its political instability, equally so mis-representation has taken place with regards to many of the outlying provinces that remain unscathed by the security issues of the capital – Port Moresby. We intend to redress the balance.
Martin Keating and Andrew Bowes have lived in Papua New Guinea having travelled extensively throughout the country. Together we have put together a holiday program to raise awareness of what PNG is all about and what it has to offer.
Certain parts of PNG have very little infrustructure so the best way of showcasing Papua New Guinea has been to build “Safe” holiday packages complete with airfares, accommodation and tours. The hard work is already done. PNG is an “easy” destination (When for example compared with Bali, Thailand and Fiji – all with their own problems but we have decided to offer PNG to the world ONLY via the Australian Travel Agency Network). It is important to us and our Travel Agent network that visitors to Papua New Guinea are well briefed before their departure and this is just not practical via the Internet. On our website, you will find a showcase of packages from these diverse cultures, the idyllic scenery and amazing activities which have been put together with many niche activities such as trekking, bird watching, surfing and diving – but we must stress that to fully enjoy the experience you must know everything and this is only possible via your local Travel Agent. All packages on our website – and in our soon to be released brochure are ex-Australia.
The time has arrived to reveal the hidden gems of Papua New Guinea and open the doors to a country that as a Tourism Destination is already gaining momentum and developing it’s own tourism infrastructure and understanding the importance of this aspect of it’s economy. We will help Papua New Guinea to achieve this every way we can.
Diving and long-distance travel to the most beautiful regions of the world.
Question beforehand:
Why should I book with a specialist tour operator by phone or email when I have the office of a major tour operator around the corner that offers the same diving destinations?
Answer:
Because we have more expertise in our field! The large tour operator might offer the same destination, but do they have the right region, the right island, the right hotel? Booking flights and hotels is now a standardized process for everyone. But only the specialist has in-depth knowledge of the destination. When is the best time of year for diving? When are the manta rays present? Where are the best macro subjects? Is the food still the same as it was two years ago? Who is the dive center manager? These are the kinds of questions we get asked every day. We can answer them – can the girl down the street?
TROPICAL SEAS has been around for more than 25 years. We are located in Carinthia, in the very south of Austria, where Slovenia, Italy and Austria meet (feel free to take a look at our surroundings, which also have excellent lakes for diving).
Warum mit uns?
Weil wir Ihre Traumreise finden!
25 Jahre Erfahrung, persönliche Beratung und starke Partner: Wer mit Boomerang Reisen reist, reist mit den Profis. Insgesamt 80 Experten sorgen dafür, dass Sie Ihre Traumreise verwirklichen – an den schönsten Orten dieser Welt.
Wir haben das riesige Privileg, für unsere Kunden und Freunde teils lebenslang gehegte Träume zu realisieren. Das ist unsere Motivation, unser Anspruch und Raison d’être. Vor, während und nach der Reise
Travel with WeDive to the most beautiful destinations all over the world! WeDive is our passion since 1999 as we sell dive holidays from divers to divers!
Travel with WeDive to the most beautiful destinations all over the world! WeDive is our passion since 1999 as we sell dive holidays from divers to divers! We offer individual and adventure journeys, group travels and special charters to selected resorts, Liveaboards and dive centres. Our team knows the destinations very well and gives you detailed advices.
Gabi’s Traumreisen ist ein mobiles Reisebüro und ist spezialisiert auf Tauch-, Abenteuer und Naturreisen weltweit und bietet Ihnen eine Individuelle und Persönliche Reiseberatung per email, Telefon oder bei Ihnen zu Hause.
Gabi’s Traumreisen ist ein mobiles Reisebüro, welches sich ganz nach Ihnen richtet. Keine Zeit zu den normalen Geschäftszeiten ein Reisebüro aufzusuchen? Kein Problem. Ich komme zu Ihnen und berate Sie zu Hause. Papua Neuguinea kenne ich persönlich und ich bin immer noch fasziniert von diesem einzigartigen Land. Ich würde mich freuen Ihnen die Schönheit des Landes sowohl Über-, als auch Unterwasser und seine faszinierenden Menschen durch meine Reiseberatung näher zu bringen. Ich nehme mir ausreichend Zeit für Sie und Ihre Reisewünsche und kümmere mich darum, dass Sie einen unvergesslichen Urlaub in Papua Neuguinea erleben werden. Ich arbeite mit verschiedenen Reiseveranstaltern zusammen, so dass ich Ihnen die komplette Palette des Reisens in Papua Neuguinea anbieten kann. Von einem Besuch eines der berühmten Sing Sings, einem relaxten Inselurlaubs oder bis hin zu einer mehrtägigen Tauchsafari durch die Bismark See oder eine Kombination aus allem, ich finde das Richtige für Sie. Senden Sie mir einfache eine E-Mail an info@gabis-traumreisen.de oder rufen mich an unter: 089/20094337 und wir vereinbaren gerne einen Termin zu persönlichen Beratung. Gerne abends oder am Wochenende.
Founded by brothers Richard and Andrew James in 2010, On Track Expeditions began operating expeditions on the Kokoda Track from a strong relationship that was formed with the local community of Abuari.
Fast forward to today and On Track Expeditions now facilitates small group premium hiking expeditions throughout Papua New Guinea, Nepal, Africa and Australia. Every one of our expeditions focuses on a holistic expedition approach in which you will not just walk, but learn the local culture, play with the local kids and travel in an ethical manner.
Every trekker on our expeditions makes a direct contribution through their trekking package to an in-country organisation that promotes education, health and well-being among the local communities.
Dimsum Reizen is ervan overtuigd dat reizen op een verantwoorde manier een positieve bijdrage levert aan de wereld. Op deze pagina laten wij u zien op welke manieren wij aandacht schenken aan de impact die onze reizen hebben op de sociale structuur van de lokale bewoners en op de ecologie van de aardbol.
Met hart en ziel organiseren wij al vanaf het jaar 2000 bijzondere reizen naar Azië. We verzorgen individuele maatreizen naar alle uithoeken van het continent waar wij geen genoeg van kunnen krijgen!
Onze toegevoegde waarde zit ‘m in onze service: 100% maatwerk – persoonlijke aandacht – diepgaande landenkennis van onze reisspecialisten – maar zeker ook in ons product:
uitstekend verzorgd met een focus op Actief (wandel en fiets, raft en kayak), vol lokale beleving (persoonlijke Meet-a-local-activiteiten), Ruig voor wie wil (avontuurlijk, off the beaten track), Mindful (yoga, meditatie, massage, slow (eco) travel) en voldoende voer voor foodies.
WINDROSE Finest Travel – extraordinary luxury is our passion!
For our valued guests 30 travel designer create tailor-made individually designed luxury trips to the desired date or exclusive and adventure tours in small groups.
Our guests mostly prefer flights in Business class, the best hotels and most beautiful places in the world, best available guides, very good food and wine and enough time for relaxation.
Furthermore we offer: cruises, private charter flights and finest places for beach relaxation round the world.
Find out about our Showtime in Papua New Guinea package.
From our HQ in London, we curate some of the world’s most unique travel offerings.
Having travelled extensively to all corners of the globe over the past 30 years, along with my team of travel experts, there is nothing that thrills us more than crafting extraordinary travel experiences for like-minded clients.
Working alongside our clients we adopt a consultative approach to truly bespoke travel planning. Just as no two clients are the same, we believe no two experiences should be the same. Whether you want to explore hidden beaches along the Amalfi Coast with your family aboard a sublime yacht, or be strapped into a live ejection seat in a fighter jet screaming through the air at near supersonic speed – we have a proven track record of delivering the right experiences designed just for you.
The renowned art scholar, John Rewal, once remarked of French post-Impressionist artist, Paul Gauguin, who lived, painted and travelled extensively from Tahiti to the remote Marquesas Islands, “we cannot all go and live on South Sea islands”. Alas, but we can certainly try…
Combining otherworldly underwater adventures and surprisingly diverse far-flung island hopping, few people who fantasise about the South Pacific ever actually make the journey. Perhaps thanks to the largely unexplored nature of these islands – from the coral forests of Fiji to the volcanic peaks of French Polynesia – stretching from Polynesia to Micronesia, Melanesia and Papua New Guinea, for those who do dedicate time to explore one of the most remote parts of our planet there is an incredible world that awaits.
DIVEQUEST – THE ULTIMATE IN DIVE TRAVEL
What makes Divequest stand out from the crowd? Why have we been leaders in our field since 1995? The answer is simple: our level of expertise. We know far more about the underwater world, never mind the details of dive travel itself. Enjoy reading our Divequest destination descriptions: we are sure they will convince you!
Divequest arranges professionally-organized, dedicated diving trips to the finest dive destinations in the world. All our trips are ‘tailor-made’. We have no rigid packages that you cannot change. Total flexibility is our watchword!
Divequest provides diving tours to:
Photo courtesy of www.divequest-diving-holidays.co.uk
As one of the last unexplored corners of the world, Papua New Guinea lies in the centre of the Coral Triangle and offers some of the finest diving on earth. You can also extend your trip with an excursion into the heart of the land to experience unique cultures, communities and festivals.
3 recommended trips. Our trip ideas are offered to inspire you and can be tailored to suit your requirements.
Dive and Discover PNG
Uncover the magic of Papua New Guinea, one of the world’s last remaining frontiers, on this adventure to two exceptional diving areas – both renowned for macro life and pelagic encounters on vibrant coral reefs.
• When to go: Apr-Jun, Sep-Dec
• Duration inc. flights: 17 days
• Price inc. flights: From £4,995 pp
• Trip type: Tailor-made trip idea
Explore Tufi & Walindi
Dive two famous locations in Papua New Guinea. Both Tufi and Walindi offer pristine reefs, unique dive sites and untouched WWll wrecks. You’ll need a macro and wide angle lens here, the biodiversity is amazing.
Adventure in Tufi
The undiscovered Tufi region is blessed with stunning marine diversity and pristine WWII dive sites, as well as majestic fjords, perfect for kayaking. This trip also offers a fascinating insight into PNG’s indigenous culture.
Where Adventure Holidays Begin
45 years experience of taking people on extraordinary adventures.
At Exodus, we love adventure travel and always have. There’s something about the feeling of visiting a new country, culture or environment – whether that’s a mountain range, desert or jungle – that just can’t be beaten. We first took a group of travellers to the Himalaya 45 years ago, and have since expanded to offer more than 500 itineraries across more than 90 countries. So, if you’re looking for an adventure holiday, or are in need of some travel inspiration for your next activity holiday, you’ve come to the right place.
Our trips include walking and cycling tours that take in awe-inspiring scenery and breathtaking wildlife encounters. And we have adventure holidays designed specifically for families, mixed-activity holidays and seasonal getaways, perfect for those interested in winter sports. There are unforgettable experiences in top destinations the world over. From your own African odyssey, to a journey of discovery in Central America and pioneering expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic, with Exodus these are just some of the memories waiting to be made. We’ve also launched a collection of new adventure holidays for 30s and 40s to help busy professionals maximise their annual leave. Join us now for the adventure holiday of a life time.
Tailor-made diving and adventure holidays to the world’s most remarkable places
Great Escapes Diving Holidays is a UK based Tour Operator, run by a team of professionals with over 45 years combined experience in the dive and travel industry. We are passionate divers and travellers and we have first-hand knowledge of many of the destinations we feature, so please do contact us for impartial and expert advice.
We can take care of all aspects of your holiday, including flights, transfers, diving, guided land tours and city stopovers. We are ATOL Licensed, giving you full financial protection when booking with us.
The adventure travel experts
Since launching in 1981 with only six tours in a four-page brochure, Explore has grown to offer over 500 trips; from classic ‘discovery’ group tours, solo traveller holidays and active family adventures, to walking holidays, cycling trips and even self-guided options. Choose from over 120 countries and explore cultures, landscapes, wildlife and communities from Asia to Africa, the Arctic to the Americas.
Read on to find out why people travel with us again and again.
1. Unforgettable experiences
On our trips you’ll see a mix of famous sights and hidden gems that others miss, or don’t even know about. As travellers, we want to experience a country, not merely observe it. We’ll take you closer to the country, its culture and people, often in unscripted, spontaneous, impossible-to-replicate ways. You’ll come home having seen and experienced the country in a way that other travellers might never have.
2. Expert local guides
As your resident expert, your guide (or tour leader) will use their insider knowledge and local connections to make the most of unexpected opportunities. You might be invited to watch the sunrise from a lighthouse or to join family Diwali celebrations. They’ll be on hand to make sure your trip goes smoothly, taking care of logstics. Our tour leaders are all hand-picked and trained by our experienced team to ensure consistently high standards.
3. Small groups
Our average group size is just 12; big enough to meet like-minded people but small enough to get to the heart of a destination. All sorts of people travel on our trips; groups are usually a mix of solos, couples and friends. What unites everyone is an adventurous spirit, sense of fun and a desire for real travel experiences. Call us to learn more about the group already booked on a particular trip (age range, solos vs couples etc).
4. Carbon neutral travel
We’re carbon offsetting all trips booked with us from 1 January 2020. We recognise it’s not perfect, but believe that carbon offsetting is the most effective way of addressing carbon emissions in the short-to-medium term.
By working with ClimateCare, a Gold Standard provider, we will offset the transport, accommodation and flights booked with us. This is part of a bigger project to reduce carbon, as part of our long-standing commitment to sustainable travel.
Jacada was founded in 2008 by Alex Malcolm, who wanted to show people the side of a country that not everyone gets to see. While working in Brazil, he was lucky enough to travel the country with local friends who took him to places and shared things he would never have experienced on his own. He felt there was a space to create these unique travel experiences with a personal, human touch for others – and flew back to the UK to start his own company. Though we started out just selling trips to Brazil, Jacada has now grown into an international travel company, selling trips around the world; and despite our growth, Alex’s vision still remains. Personal is how we began, and that’s how we continue to be.
Jacada travel provides three tour packages to Papua New Guinea;
Specialists in real adventure travel
Here at KE, we’ve been creating real adventures for more than 35 years.
We’re all about sharing our experiences. It’s how we started, back in the 80s in the heart of the Karakoram Mountains in Pakistan, and it’s how we operate worldwide today. Originally running expedition-style trips, we now also offer walking, trekking, cycling and family adventures in over 80 countries. All of our trips have an element of physical activity, so whether you’re exploring Europe’s most breath-taking destinations on foot or taking on a two-week trek in some of the world’s greatest mountain ranges, we guarantee we’ll get you moving. We are a fun, friendly and caring bunch, from our passionate team in the UK to our expert leaders worldwide, with a wealth of experience in all aspects of adventure travel and the outdoors.
ABOUT US
PELORUS puts the focus on the experience, designing individual itineraries according to the client’s brief. We work exclusively with a network of industry leaders, who allow us to consider areas and experiences that most travel companies do not give a second thought. We pride ourselves on attention to detail, creativity and due diligence, designing extraordinary experiences for those seeking something truly different. We’ve even won awards for our exceptional, boundary-pushing ideas.
WHAT IS A ‘PELORUS’?
A pelorus was the navigational tool used to maintain the bearing of a sea vessel back in the golden era of travel and discovery – it is responsible for mapping much of the world as we know it today. In a similar vein, PELORUS is on a mission to become the world’s leading experiential travel and yacht expedition specialist.
TRAVELLING RESPONSIBLY
At Pelorus we wholeheartedly encourage travelling responsibly, promoting and supporting in sustainability efforts and pioneering research across the globe whenever we can. We work closely with specific organisations and charities, which help us gain access to the most unique and biodiverse regions in the world, working alongside them to continue protecting these environments.
Water By Nature grew out of a passion for running rivers and taking a bunch of like-minded people to remote and exciting parts of the world. It was founded by kiwi, Hamish McMaster, who had spent many years guiding the best rivers around the globe, in such countries as Nepal, Zambia, Israel, New Zealand, Australia, America and Europe. His vision was to start a company dedicated to providing safe, fun, exciting and cultural trips for clients and guides alike. He leads a team of world-renowned river professionals, who have helped him to realize this vision. Water By Nature is now the rafting specialist of the world. Our classic river journeys stand alongside climbing Kilimanjaro and trekking the Inca Trail in their appeal to the most avid adventurers. Our palette of river journeys reflect that we raft the best rivers in the world, and with 80% of our clients returning for a second trip, we must be doing something right! Many clients have expressed their amazement that a river journey entails so much more than just the river.
Hamish still loves nothing more than getting out on a certain number of rafting adventures every year with his guests and family. It’s his ‘happy place’. It is important to him to spend time connecting with customers and guides to ensure we are delivering the quality product we strive to give you.
Wexas Travel was established by current chairman Dr Ian Wilson in 1970, and, over the past five decades, has grown from a small, independent operator, to one of the UK’s most respected travel companies, endorsed by such honorary presidents as Sir Ranulph Fiennes, Kate Adie, John Simpson and Michael Palin.
During that time, Wexas has moved on from its humble beginnings supporting student and explorer expeditions to, in the 1980s and 1990s, being one of the top-10 sellers of airline tickets in the UK, and becoming the country’s leading membership club for luxury travellers. Indeed, Wexas’ continued success has been its ability to adapt to the needs of its clients, from the introduction of annual multi-trip travel insurance in 1982 – Wexas was among the first travel companies to offer this service – to the opening of a still-flourishing corporate division, Wexas Travel Management, and the 2007 launch of White Star Cruises, now rebranded as The Luxury Cruise Company. Further additions to the Wexas portfolio include the acquisition of Best Served Scandinavia in 2010, which has since grown to become the UK’s second-largest tour operator specialising in Scandinavia and the Nordics.
It’s a great source of pride that, to this day, Wexas remains a privately owned, family business. It’s a fact that enables us to put you, our customer, at the heart of everything we do.
As an established adventure tour operator, Wild Frontiers is proud to have been consistently voted one of the ‘Top 10 Tour Operators’ by Wanderlust readers in each of the last 10 years. In 2014 we were delighted to be voted second best tour operator in the UK in the Wanderlust awards.
We have also received similar accolades from National Geographic Traveler, Conde Nast Traveler, The Guardian/Observer and National Geographic Adventure magazine.
We are frequently asked what makes Wild Frontiers different from other tour operators. Below are a few of the factors that we believe set us apart from our competitors and form the reasons as to why our clients travel with us again and again…
Personal Service & Expertise
Our London office is manned by experienced tour leaders and travel consultants and every trip we run stems from their first-hand knowledge. In short, we run the kind of holidays that we, as passionate travellers, like to do ourselves. When you ring our office, you will be guaranteed to chat to someone who knows the region and the terrain and is able to offer sound and practical advice.
When creating bespoke, tailor-made itineraries our specialist travel consultants will take you though each step of the process, advising you on everything from the most interesting accommodation to advice on tipping.
Established in 2003, Wildlife Quest offers small group departures and private tours in search of the most spectacular wildlife around the world. Using the best guides in each location we look for the mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians that the region has to offer. We don’t neglect local culture either, including unmissable cultural gems in our itineraries. Our aim is to show you the best of each destination, taking in spectacular wild places filled with animals, while staying in top-quality lodges, and enjoying delicious food.
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