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SEPIK RIVER

At 1126 kilometres in length, the Sepik is the longest river in New Guinea and one of the world's great waterways. From its central highlands source to the Bismark Sea, much of its length is navigable. The people living along its banks are highly dependent on the river for transportation and food, and well known for their magnificent wood carvings and art works. Young men from the Middle Sepik still endure intiation rites involving scarification, part of an ancient practice still retained to this day.

  Karawari Lodge
Perched upon an isolated ridge in the midst of huge expanses of lowland rainforest in one of the most remote areas of the country, this attractive lodge can only be reached by boat and light aircraft. Accommodation is in rustic though comfortable cottages built of bush materials, and the main building, in the shape of a haus tambaran, (a spirit house of the local Arambak people), contains a dining area, lounge and bar.

MV Sepik Spirit

An odd-looking boat purpose-built for cruising the shallow waters of the mighty Sepik River, with a shallow draft, full air-conditioning, dining room, lounge, bar and observation deck. Three-night cruises enable exploration of the Karawari River, Blackwater Lakes, Chambri Lakes and the Middle and Upper Sepik areas.  Village visits are possible  using small river boats, providing opportunities for passengers to experience traditional art and culture  in an area rarely visited  by others.


BENSBACH

Located in Western Province close to the border with the Indonesian part of New Guinea island, this remote and sparsely populated region has vast floodplains teeming with wildlife including rusa deer, wallabies, crocodiles and monitor lizards. Prolific bird life includes pygmy geese and sea eagles, and the many other migratory species which stop here on their travels.

  Bensbach Wildlife Lodge
Situated in the Tonda Wildlife Management Area at the mouth of the Bensbach River, the lodge is built entirely of local materials so blends in well with its surroundings. Accommodation is simple but comfortable, with a dining room, bar and relaxing lounge area.  Daily excursions by boat allow visitors to view the abundant bird and wildlife of the area, as well as visit local villages.

 

 

The Amazing Wildlife and Culture of PNG

By including three of the choicest locations on the main island in this Papua New Guinea culture and wildlife tour, we aim to reveal, in all their glory, the premier natural history and cultural attractions of the country. Verdant rainforests, cool mountains, fabulous birds of paradise, flamboyant Huli Wigmen, colourful coral reefs, traditional river tribes: all await discovery in this superlative PNG tour.  Find out more...

PNG's Unique Natural History Highlights

Staying in a high degree of comfort at some of the best wildlife lodges and dive resorts will serve to enhance the remarkable experiences in store in this wide-ranging and well-paced PNG natural history tour.  Highlands, lowlands and coast combine to create an appropriate showcase for all that is best in this last frontier of tourism. Seeing is believing.  Find out more...

Savannahs, Highlands and Islands of PNG

A highly unusual itinerary involving fantastic out-of-the-way locations providing a diverse range of habitats and experiences. Few venture to the savannah-land of Bensbach with its Australasian wildlife, while Ambua, although more popular, is the best for PNG birds of paradise. Then come a great lodge and lovely marine resort on exotic New Britain island to round off this Papua New Guinea Wildlife Tour.  Find out more...