Explore Papua New Guinea on a 13-day cruise aboard Coral Adventurer. Depart Cairns and cross the Coral Sea toward remote islands, colonial towns, and cultural centers. Visit Samarai, Dobu, and the Trobriand Islands for community welcomes, local traditions, reef snorkeling, and historic sites. Cruise Tufi Fjord, connect with villagers at Buna, Sanananda, Morobe, and Lababia, and learn about regional heritage and wartime history. Enjoy market visits at Dregerhafen, reef activities near Karkar Island, and a journey toward the Sepik River mouth before reaching Madang. Throughout the voyage, take guided tours, observe cultural practices, and explore diverse landscapes while engaging directly with communities and natural environments across Papua New Guinea.
Highlights
Engage with Lababia community guides and paddle upriver by canoe
Walk to Dei Dei Springs and learn Fergusson Island cultural traditions
Visit Buna and Sanananda to understand significant Pacific wartime history
Snorkel near Karkar Island to view bommies and shoreline coral formations
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
Spend the day at sea learning your way around the ship and attending guest presentations. Join a guided visit to the bridge or engine room, unwind on deck or in the lounge, and get ready for upcoming experiences in Papua New Guinea.
At Samarai, explore a historic colonial town and meet local pearl farmers. Choose to snorkel at nearby Ebuma Island and experience its beautiful fringing reefs and marine life.
Day 4: Dobu Island | Dei Dei Springs, Papua New Guinea
Join the Expedition Staff on a walk to Dei Dei Hot Springs on Fergusson Island, where the people share their mythical and spiritual tales of these hot water and mud springs located at the base of an extinct volcano. Locals still use the hot springs to cook food in palm frond baskets. Learn of the history of the Kula Ring at Dobu Island and meet the local primary school children, who welcome you with a traditional song, and spend some time snorkeling in the Bubbling Springs Reef.
Visit Kuiawa Island in the Trobriand group, historically known as the Islands of Love. Enjoy a heartfelt welcome and experience one of the most traditional cultures in the South Pacific.
Cruise into Tufi’s spectacular fjords by Xplorer. Transfer to outriggers with locals who share cultural practices, including tattooing, weaving and bush medicine. Witness a powerful sing-sing, then snorkel fringing reefs.
Land at Buna beach and learn about WWII’s fierce Pacific battles. Visit Sanananda’s war museum and pay tribute at memorials, followed by exploration of lush village gardens.
Anchor at Morobe Harbor and cruise the Mou River. At high tide, explore a hidden bay. Receive a welcome in Mou village, learning more about the local culture from village guides.
At Lababia Village, enjoy music and dance performances, walk with guides, and take an outrigger canoe upriver. Snorkel and dive the coral reef at Biangatu Island in the Fly Islands.
Be welcomed to Dregerhafen and explore vibrant markets with Tami bowls and carved paddles. After lunch, enjoy kayaking, diving or snorkelling in the turquoise lagoon.
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$9,0452-3 travelers
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Coral Deck Stateroom
Identical to the Promenade Deck Staterooms except for their location one deck below. These staterooms have twin portholes rather than picture windows.
Promenade Deck Stateroom
Located below the Explorer deck and furnished with a junior King size bed which can be separated into two singles. A wardrobe, desk, and armchair are included.
Explorer Deck Balcony Stateroom
Comfortably furnished with a junior King size bed which can be separated into two singles. A wardrobe, desk, and armchair are included.
Bridge Deck Balcony Stateroom
Comfortably furnished with a junior King size bed which can be separated into two singles. A wardrobe, desk, and armchair are included.
Bridge Deck Balcony Suite
Suites are equipped with a lounge area, minibar, and personal coffee machine. They have special King sized beds which can be separated into two singles.
Notes
Important Fare Information:
Rates are posted based off of the current exchange rates from Australian Dollars. Please contact us for current exchange rates
Initial deposit is 25%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
