All Papua New Guinea Cruises

from $8,775

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Frontier Lands of Papua New Guinea

13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer

Starts / Ends

Cairns / Madang

Activity Level

Variable

Join the Coral Adventurer on a spectacular 13-day sailing adventure. Sail across the beautiful landscapes that New Guinea offers. Enter the mouth of the Sepik River, one of the world’s great river systems, and visit the famous Sepik market for masks and carvings.

• Admire unique wildlife
• Visit Buna and Sanananda
• Lear more about the Dei Dei springs
• Snorkel & Dive on vibrant reefs

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from $9,180

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Islands and Cultures of Papua New Guinea

Cairns - Cairns - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

Starts / Ends

Cairns / Cairns

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 11-day adventure through Melanesia aboard Le Jacques Cartier. Explore WWII history in Alotau, witness landscapes in Ferguson and Dobu, and experience Kitava’s vibrant traditions. Snorkel and dive in Ghizo and Njari Islands, relax on Roderick Bay’s white sands, and conclude in Honiara, the Solomon Islands’ capital, at Point Cruz Port.

• Discover New Guinea's heritage
• Visit Ferguson & Dobu Islands
• Visit Roderick Bay, Solomon Islands
• Encounter local people & culture

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from $12,680

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New Guinea Odyssey

Cairns - Darwin - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

Starts / Ends

Cairns / Darwin

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 17-day cruise from Cairns to Darwin aboard Le Jacques Cartier. Unveil the mysteries of Papua New Guinea, known as the land of a thousand cultures. Visit the Kei Islands and enjoy the pristine white-sand beaches of the Malukus. Learn about the region's history, culture, and diverse flora and fauna from an expert expedition team.

• Explore Cairns
• Discover Alotau
• Experience Tufi
• Witness Tami Islands

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from $14,375

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Discover the Secrets of Melanesia: Papua New Guinea, The Solomon Islands & Vanuatu

Papua New Guinea to Vanuatu - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer

Starts / Ends

Cairns / Port Vila, Efate

Activities

Festival Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 18-day Heritage Adventurer cruise through Melanesia's remote islands, from Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands to Vanuatu. Discover beautiful islands, colorful coral reefs, WWII sites, rich cultures, and unique wildlife across the Tufi Fjords, Dobu, Fergusson, Bougainville, and more.

• Explore Tufi Fjords
• Snorkel vibrant reefs
• Visit WWII relics
• Discover ancient traditions

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from $11,995

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Discover the Secrets of Melanesia: Papua New Guinea, The Solomon Islands & Vanuatu

Cairns - Port Vila - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer

Starts / Ends

Cairns / Port Vila, Efate

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy a 17-day expedition cruise on the Heritage Adventurer to explore the Secrets of Melanesia. Explore the breathtaking Great Barrier Reef and lush rainforests of Madang. Snorkel in pristine waters around Nissan Island and discover vibrant marine life in the New Georgia Islands. Visit the culturally rich Torres Islands and the iconic Champagne Beach in Vanuatu.

• Discover the jewels of Tetepare
• Explore Vanuatu
• Visit Rabaul’s volcanic landscapes
• Visit villages in Malaita Island

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from $11,900

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Lautoka to Darwin

Fiji - Australia - 24 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud

Starts / Ends

Lautoka / Darwin

Activity Level

Variable

Join the 23-day Lautoka to Darwin Cruise aboard Silver Cloud for a South Pacific adventure. Explore the Solomon Islands' traditions, witness Pentecost Island's land diving, and experience Papua New Guinea’s vibrant cultures. Discover coral reefs at Njari and Dobu Island and geothermal springs before concluding in Australia’s Indigenous lands.

• Discover Solomon Islands' tradition
• Witness the land diving ritual
• Learn Papua New Guinea’s cultures
• Explore Njari and Dobu island

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from $10,870

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Crossing Melanesia: Australia To Fiji

Darwin - Lautoka - 18 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Paul Gauguin

Starts / Ends

Darwin / Lautoka

Activities

Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on this 18-day cruise Crossing Melanesia from Australia to Fiji aboard M/S Paul Gauguin, exploring remote islands and cultures. Highlights include Papua New Guinea, Guadalcanal's WWII history, Solomon Islands for snorkeling, Vanuatu's pristine beaches, and Fiji's vibrant markets and shores.

• Explore coral reefs of Milne Bay
• See WWII historical sites in Alotau
• Swim in the waters of Espiritu Sant
• Discover Vanuatu's beaches

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from $11,340

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An Escapade in the Heart of Melanesia

Darwin - Lautoka - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

Starts / Ends

Darwin / Lautoka

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 17-day cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier, exploring Australia and Melanesia, including Papua New Guinea and Fiji. Discover Thursday Island's WWII history, the Solomon Islands' tropical beauty, and Vanuatu's vibrant landscapes before finishing in Lautoka, Fiji.

• Explore Darwin’s tropical cityscape
• Visit Thursday Island’s fort
• Experience Port Moresby wildlife
• Discover Alotau’s WWII sites

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from $7,900

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Papua's Whale Sharks and Birds of Paradise

Sorong - Kaimana - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ombak Putih

Starts / Ends

Sorong / Triton Bay

Activity Level

Variable

Take a cruise from Sorong to Kaimana in discovering Papua's whale sharks and different bird-of-paradise species aboard the Ombak Putih ship on this 10-day voyage. Visit Dampier Strait, Misool Archipelago, Mainland of Papua, Triton Bay, and Namatote Passage.

• Swim under Kitikiti waterfall
• Explore the maze of karst islands
• View birds of paradise in nature
• Enjoy the isolated Ceram Sea

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from $12,750

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Indonesian Explorer: Bali, Raja Ampat & Papua New Guinea

18 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer

Starts / Ends

Denpasar / Cairns

Activity Level

Variable

Admire Indonesia's extraordinary diversity during this unique 18-day cruise aboard the Heritage Adventurer, sailing from Manado all the way to Madang with ample opportunities to explore the stunning submarine landscape by snorkeling, kayaking and more!

• Visit Raja Ampat
• Lookout for the endemic birds
• Explore Pegunungan Nature Reserve
• Swim at Cenderawasih Marine Park

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from $14,375

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Indonesian Explorer: Raja Ampat to Papua New Guinea

Bali - Port Moresby - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer

Starts / Ends

Bali / Cairns

Activity Level

Variable

Aboard Heritage Adventurer on this 18-day expedition cruise to Indonesia's remote and little-known tropical islands, from Raja Ampat to Papua New Guinea, see whale sharks in Triton Bay, visit Komodo National Park, home to the famed Komodo Dragon, and more.

• Visit Raja Ampat
• Lookout for the endemic birds
• Explore Komodo National Park
• Swim at Triton Bay

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from $11,490

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Voyage to Indonesia: Dragons, Reefs, and the Spice Islands – with Smithsonian Journeys

Benoa, Bali - Darwin - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

Starts / Ends

Benoa / Darwin

Activity Level

Variable

This 13-day cruise from Bali to northern Australia explores the Coral Triangle’s rich biodiversity. Discover Indonesia’s cultural heritage from Sumbawa's villages to the historic Spice Islands. Highlights include Komodo National Park’s Komodo dragons, snorkeling around Flores and Alor, and diving in West Papua’s Triton Bay.

• See the Coral Triangle’s ecosystems
• Experience Indonesia's culture
• See Komodo dragons upclose
• Island hop around Indonesia
• Discover Triton Bay and Kei Islands

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from $25,690

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South Pacific Discovery

Cairns - Lautoka - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II

Starts / Ends

Cairns / Lautoka

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 13-day cruise from Cairns to Lautoka aboard the Scenic Eclipse II. Explore the South Pacific, with pristine beaches perfect for sunbathing or snorkeling in crystal-clear waters. The warm hospitality of the locals adds to the charm.

• Discover Louisiade Archipelago
• Experience Guadalcanal Island
• Discover Owaraha
• Explore Cairns

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from $10,450

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Tropical Indonesian Odyssey

Darwin - Benoa, Bali - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

Starts / Ends

Darwin / Benoa

Activities

Rainforest Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 13-day cruise on the Le Jacques Cartier, exploring Indonesia’s stunning landscapes from Darwin to Bali. Visit pristine beaches, vibrant marine life, and historic Spice Islands, and experience local culture before concluding your adventure in the enchanting ‘Island of the Gods.’

• Encounter Komodo legendary dragons
• Explore Maumere coastal charm
• Discover Kalabahi rich traditions
• Visit Kitikiti Waterfall wilderness

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from $9,820

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From Fiji to Micronesia

Lautoka - Guam - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

Starts / Ends

Lautoka / Guam

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 17-day Fiji to Micronesia cruise aboard Le Soleal. This adventure takes you to stunning atolls, vibrant marine ecosystems, and cultural treasures.

• See Bougainville’s WWII sites
• Experience Lamotrek Atoll
• Snorkel at Njari Island
• Witness Ambrym’s Rom dance

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from $15,050

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New Guinea Odyssey

Darwin - Cairns - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

Starts / Ends

Cairns / Darwin

Activity Level

Variable

Embark Le Soleal for a brand-new 17-day tropical expedition cruise to discover the sublime natural landscapes of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, stopping in stunning ports of Banda Neira, Triton Bay, Jayapura, Kopar, Madang, and Tami Islands.

• Discover Papua New Guinea
• Visit the Tami islands
• Watch the Asaro Mudmen
• Swim and snorkel on beaches

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from $21,900

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Darwin to Lautoka

24 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud

Starts / Ends

Darwin / Lautoka

Activities

Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Hiking, Kayaking, Spa Relaxation, Small Ship Sailing, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 24-day cruise aboard Silver Cloud, sailing from Darwin to Lautoka. Explore the untouched beauty and cultural richness of Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu. Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters off Ali Island and Kennedy Island, and delve into World War II history in Madang and Rabaul.

• Learn WWII tunnel network
• Snorkel vibrant coral reefs
• Visit Garove volcanic caldera
• Wandre Lautoka’s botanical gardens

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