Western PNG Expenditon Options

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7-Day Western Province Adventure (Fishing & Cultural Highlights)

🎣🚣‍♂️ Perfect for: Barramundi Fishing, River Adventures, and Cultural Immersion

Day 1: Arrival in Daru

• Fly into Daru Island and check in at a local lodge.

• Explore the coastal town, seafood markets, and historical sites.

Day 2: Fly River Expedition – Kiwai Island

• Travel by boat up the Fly River to Kiwai Island.

• Experience traditional war canoe displays, cultural dances, and storytelling.

• Overnight in a village guesthouse.

Day 3: Fishing & Wildlife Safari – Aramia River

• Head to Aramia River, a prime Barramundi fishing location.

• Spot crocodiles, birdlife, and local fishing villages.

Day 4: Bensbach River Fishing & Birdwatching

• Travel to Bensbach River, known for massive Barramundi catches.

• Enjoy a guided wildlife safari to see wallabies, birds, and pristine floodplains.

Day 5: Balimo & Gogodala Canoe Culture

• Visit Balimo, famous for its intricately decorated canoes and traditional canoe races.

• Learn about sago preparation and woodcarving techniques.

Day 6: Return to Daru & Island Exploration

• Travel back to Daru, visiting remote fishing villages along the way.

• Optional mud crab catching tour.

Day 7: Departure

• Flight back to Port Moresby or onward travel.

10-Day Western Province & Torres Strait Tour (Cultural & Cross-Border Adventure)

🌍🎭 Perfect for: Cultural Immersion, Indigenous Traditions, & Cross-Border Travel

Day 1-2: Daru & Fly River Cultural Experience

• Arrive in Daru and explore its coastal communities and seafood industry.

• Journey up the Fly River, visiting Kiwai Island and local villages.

Day 3-4: Balimo & Gogodala Cultural Festival

• Witness canoe parades and dances in Balimo.

• Stay in a traditional guesthouse with local families.

Day 5-6: Morehead & Trans-Fly Savannah

• Explore the savannah landscapes, spotting wallabies and cassowaries.

• Experience the hunter-gatherer lifestyle of remote communities.

Day 7-8: Torres Strait Islands (Australia)

• Cross into the Torres Strait Islands (Boigu, Saibai, Dauan).

• Engage in Torres Strait cultural experiences, trade history, and music.

Day 9: Return to PNG - Daru & Coastal Exploration

• Travel back to Daru, stopping at fishing villages.

• Sunset mud crab catching tour.

Day 10: Departure from Daru

• Fly back to Port Moresby or connect onward.

🌿🐊 Perfect for: Remote Adventure, Fishing, Cultural Exchange & Wildlife

Day 1-3: Daru & Fly River Canoe Journey

• Arrival in Daru, followed by a canoe expedition up the Fly River.

• Cultural immersion on Kiwai Island, experiencing local storytelling and canoe-making.

Day 4-6: Balimo, Gogodala & Aramia River Fishing

• Travel to Balimo for canoe races and sago-making demonstrations.

• Fishing in the Aramia River, with overnight stays in fishing lodges.

Day 7-9: Bensbach River Wildlife & Birdwatching

• Head to Bensbach River, home to Barramundi, wallabies, and diverse birdlife.

• Experience local hunting and fishing techniques.

Day 10-12: Indonesia Southern Borders (Merauke & Asmat Region)

• Cross into Merauke, Indonesia, and visit Papuan markets and villages.

• Explore the Asmat Region, known for its world-famous woodcarvings and warrior traditions.

Day 13-14: Torres Strait Islands (Boigu, Saibai, Dauan)

• Learn about the blending of PNG & Australian cultures in the Torres Strait.

• Participate in island dances and traditional trade history talks.

Day 15: Departure from Daru

• Return to Daru for final reflections before flying back to Port Moresby.

15-Day Ultimate Western Province & Indonesia Southern Borders Expedition