PAPUA NEW GUINEA
An Untouched World
Nov. 17 - Dec. 3, 2012
Highlights
- Explore an untouched world with unique cultures in lush tropical surroundings.
- Stay in remote lodges in prime locations for intrepid explorations.
- Cruise the vast Sepik River to discover villages rarely visited.
- Learn about village life and the variety of ethnic groups in Papua New Guinea, one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world
- Explore pristine tropical rainforests in search of a rich variety of birdlife, including up to 13 species of bird of paradise.
- Spend time by the sea for snorkeling, diving, kayaking or just relaxing on the beach!
- NEW: we've added 1 night to your time at Tufi - 1 more night in paradise!
At a Glance
Nov. 17 (2012) - ARRIVE PORT MORESBY: Land in Port Moresby and transfer to our island hotel. (Loloata Island Resort, 1nt, D)
Nov. 18, 19 & 20 - TARI: Fly to Tari and transfer to Ambua Lodge, in an area that is the home to our lodge. Discover the homeland of the Huli Wigmen. Explore the forest: seek up to 13 species of birds of paradise and meet the Huli people. (Ambua Lodge, 3nts, 3B, 3L, 3D)
Nov. 21, 22, 23 & 24 - SEPIK RIVER: fly to the Sepik valley and board the MV Sepik Spirit for our 4-night cruise. Enjoy the scenery plus visit a variety of remote villages. (MV Sepik Spirit, 4nts, 4B, 4L, 4D)
Nov. 25, 26 & 27 - MOUNT HAGEN & RONDON RIDGE: Fly to Mount Hagen and transfer to Rondon Ridge overlooking the Wahgi Valley, home of the Melpa people as well as a stunning array of bird, orchid and plant life. (Rondon Ridge, 3nts, 3B, 3L, 3D)
Nov. 28, 29, 30; Dec. 1 & 2- TUFI : We fly to the eastern tip of Papua New Guinea. Transfer by bus and boat to this coastal paradise. 4 days by the sea; tour the area, visit villages, snorkel, scuba dive, kayaking, or just relax! (Tufi Dive Resort, 5 nts, 5B, 5L, 5D)
Dec. 3 - PORT MORESBY & HOMEWARD: Transfer back to Alotau and fly to Port Moresby and your onward bound flights.(B)
Cost
From Port Moresby:
- CA$ 10,105. NEW: now CA$ 9,925!
- Single Supplement: CA$ 2,599
Includes charter flights Tari-Karawari, Tumbuke-Mt. Hagan. All quoted prices effective at time of publication (REVISED with extra night at Tufi on Jan. 27, 2012; adjusted for exchange rate Apr. 24). While not expected, itinerary and prices are subject to change.
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