Discover Papua New Guinea’s frontier lands aboard Coral Adventurer, where over 700 languages flourish amongst 5 million people across this remarkably diverse nation. From the bubbling hot springs of Dei Dei to the master carvers of the mighty Sepik River, each destination reveals ancient cultures that have remained largely unchanged for centuries. Navigate picturesque Tufi fjords, pay tribute at significant WWII battlefields and connect with islanders maintaining traditional subsistence lifestyles. With our small ship’s agility, access remote places difficult to reach by any other means. Learn about the fascinating Kula Ring trading network and witness traditional dances beneath volcanic backdrops. Truly see these frontier lands rather than simply sailing past.
- Walk to the mythical Dei Dei Hot Springs and snorkel the bubbling springs reef at Fergusson Island
- Snorkel and dive the world-famous reefs of the picturesque Tufi fjords, transported ashore on outriggers
- Pay tribute to Australian and Japanese soldiers who lost their lives during the battle of Buna
- Visit the craft markets of Dregerhafen, famous for their traditional tami bowls and timber paddles
- Cruise up the mighty Sepik River to meet Papua New Guinea’s most talented artists and carvers
- Explore Kimbe Bay’s coral crucible, home to over 860 tropical fish species and 400 coral varieties