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Experience the unparalleled beauty and cultural richness of Papua New Guinea on our 10 diverse tours for the year 2026. Nestled in the heart of the Pacific, Papua New Guinea offers a unique blend of tribal traditions, stunning landscapes, and vibrant marine life. Over a range of , you can immerse yourself in the captivating experiences this destination has to offer, from village visits and wildlife encounters to archaeological site visits and urban explorations. Explore remote villages to witness traditional customs, dive into crystal-clear waters for snorkeling adventures, and trek through lush rainforests teeming with exotic flora and fauna. With prices starting at $8,100 to $52,274, embark on a journey that promises unforgettable encounters and enriching discoveries in this hidden gem of Oceania. To start planning your next adventure to Papua New Guinea, contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for expert guidance and seamless trip arrangements.
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Explore the wonder of coral reefs
from $10,805
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Frontier Lands of Papua New Guinea

Cairns to Rabaul - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer
  • Explore Samarai Island and snorkel
  • Visit Dobu hot springs
  • Cruise the Cape Nelson fjords
  • See marine life in Kimbe Bay
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Cairns / Rabaul
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Urban Exploration, Scuba Diving
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Sail on a 13-day cruise aboard Coral Adventurer from Cairns to Rabaul. Explore Papua New Guinea’s vibrant islands, WWII battlefields, and the Sepik River. Discover traditional markets, fjords, coral reefs, and cultural performances. Swim, snorkel, and dive in pristine waters while learning about local traditions and history.
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Snorkel the vibrant waters of the South Pacific
from $14,375
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Discover the Secrets of Melanesia

Papua New Guinea to Vanuatu - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Explore Tufi Fjords
  • Snorkel vibrant reefs
  • Visit WWII relics
  • Discover ancient traditions
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Cairns / Port Vila, Efate
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Festival Visits
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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.
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Learn about the cultures of Papua New Guinea
from $10,695
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Papua New Guinea Discoverer

Madang to Cairns - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Explore volcanic Umboi Island
  • Cruise the Pulia River
  • Experience Bolu Bolu village
  • Relax on Boia Boia
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Madang / Cairns
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Set sail on a 13-day cruise aboard Coral Discoverer through Papua New Guinea. Explore volcanic islands, vibrant coral reefs, jungle rivers, and cultural villages. Visit Madang, Tuam, Biangatu, Deboyne, Calvados, Samarai, and more.
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Parrots in Papua New Guinea
from $10,285
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Beyond Frontiers of Papua New Guinea

Rabaul to Port Moresby - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer
  • Embark in vibrant Rabaul
  • Nissan Island WWII history
  • Lusancay pristine reef snorkeling
  • See Gunu Bara Bara manta rays
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Rabaul / Port Moresby
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Sail aboard Coral Adventurer on an 11-day Papua New Guinea expedition. Explore WWII memorials, remote islands, pristine reefs, cultural traditions, waterfalls, turtle sanctuaries, and manta ray habitats. Experience diving, snorkeling, and community encounters across diverse destinations, from Rabaul to Port Moresby.
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Bagan Shark in Triton Bay Indonesia
from $8,100
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Papua's Whale Sharks and Birds of Paradise

Kaimana - Sorong - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • Swim with whale sharks
  • Explore Triton Bay karsts
  • Snorkel vibrant reefs
  • Meet Papuan villages
  • Trek for birds of paradise
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Triton Bay / Sorong
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Whale Watching, Village Visits, Volunteering
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Variable
Explore Indonesia Papua’s Whale Sharks & Birds of Paradise aboard Katharina on a 10-day cruise from Kaimana to Sorong. Swim with whale sharks, trek to see birds of paradise, snorkel vibrant reefs, visit local villages, paddle secluded lagoons, and discover the dramatic limestone landscapes of Triton Bay.
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Snorkel in clear blue water above a large whale shark
from $11,150
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Spice Islands to the Whale Sharks

Ambon - Kaimana - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • Discover Banda Archipelago
  • Snorkel off Ceram Coast
  • Visit Kei and Aru Islands
  • Swim with Whale Sharks
  • View Ancient Cave Paintings
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Ambon Island / Triton Bay
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Rainforest Exploration, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Kayaking, Small Ship Sailing, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
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Experience the Katharina 14-day cruise from Ambon to Kaimana, exploring the Indonesia Spice Islands to the Whale Sharks. Visit Banda, Kei and Aru Islands, snorkel coral reefs, kayak through lagoons, discover local culture, and swim with whale sharks in Triton Bay.
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Birds of Paradise
from $8,100
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Papua's Whale Sharks and Birds of Paradise

Sorong - Kaimana - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ombak Putih
  • Swim under Kitikiti waterfall
  • Swim with Triton Bay whale sharks
  • Discover ancient cliff paintings
  • Snorkel among kaleidoscope corals
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Sorong / Triton Bay
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Variable
Immerse in a 10-day Papua cruise aboard the Ombak Putih. Sailing from Sorong to Kaimana, this voyage invites you to snorkel with Triton Bay's whale sharks, spot rare birds of paradise, and discover hidden coves among spectacular karst limestone islands.
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Beautiful wild coast of Raja Ampat, Indonesia
from $14,375
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Indonesian Explorer: Raja Ampat to Papua New Guinea

Bali - Port Moresby - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Visit Raja Ampat
  • Lookout for the endemic birds
  • Explore Komodo National Park
  • Swim at Triton Bay
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Bali / Cairns
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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.
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Remote lagoon in Papua New Guinea
from $15,420
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New Guinea Odyssey

Darwin - Cairns - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Discover Papua New Guinea
  • Visit the Tami islands
  • Watch the Asaro Mudmen
  • Swim and snorkel on beaches
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Cairns / Darwin
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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.
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Tropical Island and Underwater Paradise for Divers
from $11,049
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Remote Indonesia & Papua New Guinea

Lautoka - Darwin - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit
  • Experience Pentecost land diving
  • Witness Ambrym Rom dance
  • Dive at Million Dollar Point
  • Discover Asmat woodcarving culture
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Lautoka / Darwin
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Spa Relaxation, Photography Seminars
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Variable
Explore remote islands and vibrant cultures on this 17-day cruise from Lautoka to Darwin aboard Seabourn Pursuit. Discover limestone caves in Fiji, witness Rom dances and land diving in Vanuatu, snorkel the pristine Conflict Islands, and visit Papua New Guinea’s historic and cultural villages. A rich journey across the South Pacific.
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