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7-Day Papua New Guinea National Mask and Warwagira Festival Adventure

7-Day Papua New Guinea National Mask and Warwagira Festival Adventure
  • Durata: 7 Days (approx.)
  • Locaţie: Port Moresby
  • Cod produs: P2S0N1

7-Day Papua New Guinea National Mask and Warwagira Festival Adventure

Get ready to be captivated by the vibrant culture and rich tradition of Papua New Guinea on a 7-day adventure! In this tour, you will get to experience the mesmerizing National Mask and Warwagira Festival in Rabaul as well as explore the lively streets of Port Moresby and discover its bustling local markets and notable cultural destinations. 


Join in the fun as you immerse in the fascinating celebration of the remarkable Warwagira Mask Festival in Papua New Guinea! Watch amazing traditional dance performances, check out the ornate mask displays, discover interesting traditional arts and crafts, and even taste some of the traditional local cuisine. 


Don’t miss the chance to embark on a fantastic adventure and experience the rich cultural heritage of Papua New Guinea!


Itinerary


Day 1 - Arrival in Papua New Guinea

Arrive at Port Moresby International Airport. Your local guide will meet you at the airport and take you to the hotel. Take time to freshen up before heading out to explore the city at your own leisure. 


Day 2 - Port Moresby

Spend the day exploring the charming Port Moresby! Begin the day with a delicious breakfast at the hotel, then check out the bustling local markets as well as the renowned cultural landmarks in the city. You will also get a chance to visit a traditional cultural village to get a glimpse of Papua New Guinea’s rich culture and unique traditions.


Day 3 - Port Moresby - Rabaul

Transfer to the airport for your journey to Rabaul. Upon arrival, check into the hotel to freshen up and get ready for the upcoming festivities.


Day 4-6 - National Mask and Warwagira Festival

Experience the bustling yet dynamic ambiance of the Warwagira Mask Festival over the next couple of days. Witness the captivating traditional dance performances, admire the intricate mask extravaganzas, and check out the fascinating cultural exhibitions, showcasing Papua New Guinea’s rich and vibrant cultural heritage. You will also have the opportunity to meet some local artisans and interact with the local community. 


Day 7 - Departure from Papua New Guinea

Check out from the hotel after breakfast, then transfer to Rabaul Airport for your flight back to Port Moresby, where your adventure ends.


Inclusions

  • Airport Pick Up and Drop Off

  • 6 Nights Accommodation

  • Breakfast (6)

  • Lunch (5)

  • Dinner (5)

  • English-Speaking Local Guide

  • Transportation as Per Itinerary

  • Activities and Entrance Fees as Per Itinerary


Exclusions

  • Local and International Flights

  • Drinks and Meals Not Mentioned

  • Optional Activities Not Mentioned

  • Visas

  • Travel Insurance

  • Personal Expenses

  • Gratuities (Optional)


Additional Information

  • This experience involves a moderate amount of walking; Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

  • This experience requires good weather conditions. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.

  • This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. 

  • If there is insufficient time for all attractions/activities//destinations on the itinerary, the tour guide will adjust the length of time spent at other attractions/destinations. 

  • Delays, shortening of the tours, or omissions to the itinerary due to traffic, weather, or other unforeseen circumstances are not subject to refund.

  • Itinerary is subject to change and the attractions may be closed due to traffic, weather, and force majeure. An alternative itinerary may also be omitted depending on road conditions.

  • Please note that on days in which no activities are planned, you are free to explore at your leisure; all activities and purchases will be at your own expense. You will have your tour guide's mobile number in case of emergency.

Rezervă în doi pași ușori
“Hi, Jasmine.Here are a few of my favorite moments...and my photos (public Facebook albums)Hogave, Lufa
  • Day 1: I am warmly greeted by David Kima, who recounts the story and conservation movement of Hogave. We arrive in the middle of the local village mourning of a recently deceased member, a very rare and local experience, totally unplanned. After 3 hours of very rocky road driving, I arrive at the Hogave Conservation Centre welcomed by two villagers who performed a traditional wind instrument that very few locals can play, and incredibly, I become only the second (or third) tourist ever to stay here.
  • Day 2: I trek through a truly "virgin" rain forest, one of very few remaining in the world (Congo, Amazon, and PNG), guided by three locals bushwhacking the way with machetes, climb a very wild and steep mountain side equivalent of 200 floors (according to my iPhone) to become the first tourist to reach the top of Mt. Michael. (The way down in the pouring rain was our least favorite moment.) As someone who has summited Mt. Kilimanjaro, I can truthfully say this was a much more challenging level of difficulty - There the most I've climbed in one day was 134 floors, 3-4 hours max, with a different day dedicated to a descent, but in Michael, it was 200 floor, up and down in one day, for 10-12 hours, with far steeper and unpaved paths without camps. This hike/trek is only for the fittest of the fit!
  • Day 3: I become the first tourist to visit and stay overnight at Hogave Village, an isolated and remote hour-and-a-half walk from HCC, and join the villagers in peeling potatoes and taro, preparing, and eating mumu. I stay overnight with David (another David) and his family.
  • Day 4: I join the villagers gathered to enjoy a traditional hunting performance
  • Day 5: I get cellular reception for the first time since I arrive in PNG and get to upload and share my first batch of photos with my friends. https://www.facebook.com/grace.forker.7/media_set?set=a.837672754956.1073741876.3501655&type=3
Rabaul/KokopoI hope this is helpful. Please feel free to contact me if I can add more information for future visitors.Thank you for the one-of-a-kind memories!"

-Grace Forker, Comprehensive Multi-Destination PNG Expedition