Itinerary

Make sure you bring along a very good camera and also consider bringing a video camera as well. Make sure you have some Kina to spend on artifacts and other items of interest that are on sale next to the grand stand.

Day 1:

On arrival in Port Moresby you will be met by our PNG representative and taken to the Airways Hotel, pool side. You have the day to relax before your flight to Mt Hagen departs at 3:10pm. Our PNG rep will pick guests up at 2pm to book in at domestic terminal for flight. Hotel Accommodation (D)

Day 2:

Mt Hagen Cultural Show. After the formalities in the morning the "Sing Sings' begin. Immerse yourself in the colour and drama of the show. Hotel Accommodation (BLD)

Day 3:

Mt Hagen Cultural Show. Another day of amazing culture. Truely a life time experience. Hotel Accommodation (BLDB)

Day 4:

This morning you will be transferred to Mt Hagen Airport to catch the flight back to Port Moresby. From here you will connect with the flight to Rabaul to begin this exciting part of your PNG Cultural experience. Resort Accommodation (D)

Day 5:

AM Discover the history of Rabaul – from the Old Market to an extensive range of WWII relics including the Japanese Underground Tunnels, Admiral Yamamoto’s Bunker. Witness up close and personal the active Mt Tavurvur Volcano, the hot springs and see the effects of the volcanic eruptions on Rabaul Town as you drive along Mango Avenue. Take in magnificent views from the Rabaul Volcano Observatory Lookout and learn more about the volcanic activities in Rabaul and Papua New Guinea as a whole.PM Get to know Kokopo, taste local tropical delights at the Kokopo Markets, visit Bitapaka War Cemetery, and Queen Emma’s Steps. Explore the Kokopo War Museum which houses a superb collection of Wold War II relics, Japanese Occupation and German administrative history. Resort Accommodation (BLD)

Day 6:

Volcano/Harbour Cruise followed by Baining Fire Dance. Visit the Simpson’s Harbour, Blue Lagoon, the Beehives in the middle of the Harbour and enjoy a more closer view of the active volcano. Return via Pigeon Island, an island inhabited just by pigeons as the name says it all. Enjoy a 20 minutes walk around the island and for those interested in snorkelling, snorkel some of the most pristine coral reefs in surrounding this little island. This evening be entertained by this most sacred and unique Baining Fire Dance. See the initiated men Dance on fire barefooted without getting burnt. The men dance until the fire totally dies out. The dance can take up to an hour. Resort Accommodation (BLD)   

Day 7:

This morning the group has at leisure. Pick up for airport transfer to Port Moresby approximately 10:30am. On arrival in Port Moresby you will be transferred to your hotel and have the afternoon at leisure. Hotel Accommodation (B)    

Day 8:

Port Moresby half day site seeing tour. This morning you will visit the Botanical Gardens, Parliament House, Museum and maybe have some time artefact shopping. Guests will be dropped back off at their hotel for lunch before transferring to the domestic terminal to connect with the flight to Tufi. Resort Accommodation (D)

TUFI CULTURAL SHOW

Your Tufi representative will coordinate your Port Moresby to Tufi transfer. You will be flown to Tufi which is a magnificent flight over the Owen Stanley ranges to the Oro Province coastline which is a 50 minute flight from Port Moresby.  Upon arrival at Tufi you will be transferred to the resort where you will be debriefed on the history of Tufi and given time to relax, view the sunset and prepare for dinner.  After dinner local village ladies will show you many types of tapa cloth which is famous in Oro Province.

Day 9:

Tufi Cultural Show. Tufi has a strong traditional culture. Its history goes back for centuries. In the early 1800's British sailing ships used the Tufi Fjord as a safe harbor and eventually the District Manager's residence was established on the Tufi Station.The purpose of staging these cultural days is to bring awareness to overseas visitors of the Culture and Tradition of the numerous clans in the district today. It also will bring the local communities together and creates a bond and unity between them. Traditional Sing-sing performance groups and Arts and Crafts makers will be attending.

Day 10:

Tufi Cultural Show. During the 2 days of the festivities Sing-Sing performances will be held as well as continuous demonstrations in tapa cloth making, clay pots, fire and rope making and arts and crafts making including traditional cooking of their local produce.  Fjord cruising will be available taking in the bird life and natural beauty of the fjord land and a Komoa Beach BBQ lunch will conclude the cultural weekend on the Sunday afternoon. This beach has a real tranquil feel, enjoy some great snorkeling, swimming and meet the friendly village people, while being cooked up some great Tufi seafood served with garden fresh salad and tropical fruits, full bar is available. The Komoa people will welcome you with a sing sing.

Day 11:

Early this morning guests will connect with their flight back to Port Moresby. On arrival in Port Moresby you will connect with your international flight home.

PLEASE NOTE: Extra nights at Tufi can be arranged.

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