Papua New Guinea Travel Information
Not sure which theme is right for you?
Best Time to Visit
Venture into Papua New Guinea from May to October for ideal trekking.
The best time for trekking expeditions in Papua New Guinea is from May to October when the weather is dry and rain is unlikely. The average temperature hovers during these months around the mid to high 20s.
While the climate is generally warm year-round, July and August are slightly cooler. If you plan to venture into the mountains during your Papa New Guinea vacations, be prepared for chilly nights and bring a few warm layers and a rain jacket.
If your visit falls in mid-July, you'll have the exciting opportunity to join the Warwagira and Mask Festival on Kokopo Beach in East New Britain. This vibrant four-day festival celebrates the diverse mask cultures of the region, featuring lively dances, rituals, storytelling, and captivating art and craft displays. Make sure not to miss the breathtaking Kinavai Ceremony at dawn on the first day. or the Young Baining men perform thrilling fire dances and take part in daring feats that involve running and jumping barefoot through towering flames.
Featured Papua New Guinea Trip Ideas
Papua New Guinea Travel Packages
Papua New Guinea: Wild Rivers & Highland Warriors
Port Moresby, Mount Hagen, and Sepik RiverVenture into the heart of Papua New Guinea, where ancient traditions blend with pristine nature. Cross the Central Ranges and engage with cultures on this wild expedition.
11 days
From US$9,444/p.p.
Request a Quote
Papua New Guinea Sepik Spirit River Cruise
Sepik RiverExperience the untouched beauty of Papua New Guinea on a cruise along the Sepik River, where ancient traditions, tribes, and stunning craftsmanship await discovery.
5 days
From US$3,767/p.p.
Request a Quote
Cultural Encounters of New Guinea
Port Moresby and Mount HagenThis 8-day Papua New Guinea vacation takes you into the bush to visit remote villages, encounter Indigenous cultures, and gain insight into live as it’s been lived for thousands of years. It features moderate accommodations, and shared tours, and is...
8 days
From US$6,422/p.p.
Request a Quote
Papua New Guinea: Wild Rivers & Highland Warriors
Port Moresby, Mount Hagen, and Sepik RiverVenture into the heart of Papua New Guinea, where ancient traditions blend with pristine nature. Cross the Central Ranges and engage with cultures on this wild expedition.
11 days
From US$9,444/p.p.
Request a Quote
Papua New Guinea Sepik Spirit River Cruise
Sepik RiverExperience the untouched beauty of Papua New Guinea on a cruise along the Sepik River, where ancient traditions, tribes, and stunning craftsmanship await discovery.
5 days
From US$3,767/p.p.
Request a Quote
Cultural Encounters of New Guinea
Port Moresby and Mount HagenThis 8-day Papua New Guinea vacation takes you into the bush to visit remote villages, encounter Indigenous cultures, and gain insight into live as it’s been lived for thousands of years. It features moderate accommodations, and shared tours, and is...
8 days
From US$6,422/p.p.
Request a Quote
Most Popular Time to Travel
Know when to go.
Place
Conditions
Daily max temperatureMonthly rainfall
Mount HagenOccasional Showers
32°C / 90°F
48mm / 1.9"
Port MoresbyOccasional Showers
32°C / 90°F
48mm / 1.9"
Weather data is based on monthly averages.Popularity rating
-
Travel Stories
Get inspired about Your Trip to Papua New Guinea
Ask a Travel Expert: Cook Islands
Ask a random person where the Cook Islands is and they might be able to tell you it’s in the South Pacific, but that is likely all they’ll b...
Nature & Wildlife
+1
My most frequent travel companions are my family. Every one of us considers ourselves to be an "outdoors person," but, like snobby sommeliers, our tas...
Wellness
+1
The magical islands of French Polynesia offer more variety than meets the eye. As much as tourists love the popular destinations of Tahiti, Moorea, an...
Papua New Guinea Travel Information
Not sure which theme is right for you?
Unlock more by subscribing to our newsletter.
With our newsletter, you’ll get access to regular communications that inspire you and help you explore the world your way.Exclusive Savings
Insider Benefits
Trending Stories
ExcellentBased on 5,151 ReviewsWe had a great travelling experience with GoWay !
Thank you all involved in organazing our trip!MaiaBrigitta Fuller is Amazing! She was my group coordinator. She understood the assignment and all the nuances I was trying to achieve. The itinerary she curated was fantastic. If you want someone who truly cares about her group and what they are trying to achieve. I will always reach out to Brigitta first for Europe groups. Kathryn WalkerMy clients had a wonderful time on their trip to Easter Island. They were very pleased with the Hare Nua Hotel Boutique and especially noted the warmth and hospitality of the hotel staff as well as their excellent breakfasts.
Jaime Vargas-Hendandez was an exceptionally gracious and knowledgeable agent, who went out of his way to ensure that my clients had the best possible experience. I will definitely contact him for future bookings and will recommend him to my colleagues.Alethea KardasWe were just back from an ambitious 42-day grand circle through seven of the ASEAN countries! An itinerary gestating over a period of time, carefully planned and pore over intently all the way through proved satisfying as expected, but the amazing "embarras de richesse" in six weeks such as we've never experienced before truly went beyond our imagination, both in terms of scenery and culture! The vast majority of the local teams who work with Goway provided impressive service throughout our stay, and quite a number of the guides and drivers deserve to be called cream of the crop in their line of work. But ultimately, we owe our destination specialist Taryn a profound gratitude for her insight and for her coordination efforts which made all this possible.
When our debit card was not retrievable in an airport ATM Taryn again went out of her way to approve a small loan through transfer to our local guide's bank account, who then withdrew cash from an ATM while we simply paid Goway Travel by credit card through an online payment link. This helped us tremendously through that difficult moment. We will always treasure this kindness on her part.Yuan LinAlice was most helpful - full of insider suggestions.
She was a good listener and able to provide tours, routes and guides tailored to our interests. She made our February trip to New Zealand entirely wonderful.
MarleneWe did a 19 day NZ Rail and Cruise Discovery Tour and then a 12 day Australian tour put together by out specialized travel operator Joanne Palanuik.
New Zealand- ABT Tours ran the actual tour and did a fabulous job. The Guide Sharon was great and worked very hard coordinating 32 people. Mostly all Australians and we has so much fun with them! Our driver Chris (a retired policeman) was especially great- he knew so many interesting things about NZ and shared them while driving throughout the trip. We loved him! So many highlights...overnight on a ship in the Milford Sound...cable car to a nature reserve then a Gold Class train ride back...Queenstown adventures..excellent meals along the way...all drivers and transfers were excellent too.
Oceana Tours in Melbourne were great as well. A morning city tour and afternoon tour were wonderful. Then the next day to Philips Island for the Penguin moonlit march was sooo special. And the Ocean road cruise too!! Sydney was gorgeous...Bondi Beach...Barrier Reef...Ayers Rock (Uluru)
Both Australians and New Zealanders were so helpful and friendly...
In short I wish I could do it all over again..highly recommend. Every day was a new adventure :)
Kathleen Reardon
customerKatie was a dream to work with. We made many changes to the standard itinerary to customize our trip and she never missed a beat. Her responsiveness and humor made working together a joy and her most common response to our very packed activities was, “can I help with that?” Hotels, car rental all went smoothly and were very much to our liking. The super long flights were laid out to minimize travel time and maximize comfort. Katie and GoWay made this dream trip happen. FayeIts all about the journey, isn't it? And our journey through Kenya, Africa was amazing and we have Bijal Kana of Goway Travel to thank for it.
From the start when we first discussed a true Safari adventure, Bijal was being helpful. Her suggestions were helpful in where to go and how we could save a few dollars when possible. Never trying to be cheap but simply, cost conscious. This was the beginning of what will continue as a forever working relationship in travel. Bijal gained our confidence and trust. And that is a rare commodity these days.
Then too there was the staff from Goway and Sense of Africa like Ruth, Wilson and Francis who allowed us to see the non tourist side of Nairobi and became fast friends. The wonderful selections made by Bijal as to where we would stay and all the Serena locations were marvelous. And at the last minute, when a bridge got washed out and we could not get to the last lodge camp, Bijal responded to our whatsapp call immediately and we were placed in the Sorova lodge. True not the same, but in the middle of a game area, who complains? It was great and we had so much fun.
The tour selection took us through parks, reserves and conservancy locales. We saw the big 5 and much more. Lions fighting, Hyenas making a chase and ultimate dinner selection, A leopard resting on tree branches, A cheetah stalking and then at rest. Hyena pups and Honbeast babes being birthed. Hippopotamus in the water, Zebra grazing, Elephants crossing rivers en mass. You'd think we hit the National Geographic channel.
Great job Bijal. Good deal Goway.customerBram L. BottfeldGoway Travel helped us set up a Venice to Athens cruise on Viking and it was fantastic! Our agent (Kimberly) was responsive to all our questions and helpful navigating all the options for excursions, etc. She also gave us a cruise credit we could use while on the ship to help pay for extras. Overall great experience would use Goway again.StanleyFor the past four years, we have travelled to Perth, Australia to visit family. As part of our travels to Perth, we have had stays in Sydney, Brisbane and Auckland. This year, as part of our trip, we are staying in Melbourne and Adelaide. Each year, we have contacted Joanne at Goway to arrange our trip. She has booked all our flights and accommodations. She has been a wonderful source of travel locations within Australia and New Zealand. Joanne has always been very helpful. She checks on the best flights, give us ideas on airplane seat selection and locates great places to stay. She also provides ideas about what we might want to see or do at each location. Every time we contact her she is willing to provide information and answers any questions we may have. She listens to our requests, explains reasons for her suggestions, and answers any concerns we have with patience and understanding. We are so fortunate to have such a helpful, friendly individual as our travel advisor!Bob and Sue
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified
Verified