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Papua New Guinea Highlands Cultural Expedition

11 days
From Goroka to Mount Wilhelm
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Goroka

    Goroka
    Start point
    Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea (Port to Hotel )
    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Bird of Paradise Hotel or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Asaro Valley
    • Learn about Asaro Mudmen history and clay masks
    • Storytelling about Mudmen origins
    • Introduction to village life
    Landmarks
    Asaro Valley
  3. Day 2

    Goroka

    Goroka
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Bird of Paradise Hotel or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Noko Moko cultural presentation
    • Mudmen performance with masked warriors
    • Guided trek to Mudmen mountain cave
    • Storytelling about tribal history and spiritual beliefs

    Optional Activities

    • Cane swallowing performance
    Landmarks
    Asaro Village
    Mudmen mountain cave
  4. Day 3

    Goroka to Simbu Province

    Goroka to Simbu Province
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Betty's Lodge or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Travel through Highlands landscapes
    • Traditional singing performances
    • Traditional fire making demonstration
    • Courtship songs performance
    • Bachelor men performances
    • Symbolic burning head ritual demonstration
    • Guided village walk
    • Taste fresh fruits offered by villagers
    Landmarks
    Mount Wilhelm
  5. Day 4

    Mindima

    Mindima
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Betty's Lodge or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Skeleton Men village tour in Mindima
    • Learn about Skeleton Men tradition origins
    • Insect hunters performance
    • Dust shakers performance
    • Traditional storytelling
    • Guided village walk
    • Learn about daily life and local customs
    Landmarks
    Mindima Skeleton Men Village
  6. Day 5

    Jiwaka Province

    Jiwaka Province
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Highlander Hotel or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Two Flute Men ceremony welcome
    • Body decoration demonstrations
    • Learn about traditional face and body paint meanings
    • Singing and dancing performances
    • Tribal fighting demonstration with traditional weapons
    • Explanation of tribal conflicts and land disputes
    • Traditional courtship and marriage exchange demonstration
    Landmarks
    Jiwaka Province
  7. Day 6

    Mount Hagen

    Mount Hagen
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Highlander Hotel or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Meet the Melpa people
    • Melpa cultural dance performances with Kundu drum
    • Traditional singing and dancing
    • Storytelling about Melpa history and traditions
    • Waterfall performance by Melpa dancers
    Landmarks
    Mount Hagen
  8. Day 7

    Tari

    Tari
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Ambua Lodge or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Huli Wigmen decoration and preparation
    • Traditional singing and dancing performances
    • Fortune teller demonstration
    • Widow woman storytelling
    • Bachelor boys performances
    • Learn about Huli social roles and structure
    Landmarks
    Tari
  9. Day 8

    Tari

    Tari
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Lodge (Ambua Lodge or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Forest path walk
    • Visit ceremonial cave
    • Wigmen chanting rituals
    • Explanation of spiritual traditions
    • Waterfall performance by Huli Wigmen
    • Learn about tribe's connection to environment
    Landmarks
    Huli ceremonial cave
    Huli waterfall
  10. Days 9 - 11

    Mount Wilhelm

    Mount Wilhelm
    End point
    Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea (Hotel to Port )
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Mount Wilhelm summit trek
    • Safety briefing and preparation
    • Climb through forest and alpine environments
    • Early morning summit ascent for sunrise viewing
    • Descent and return to Highlands region
    Landmarks
    Mount Wilhelm

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    Muhammad

    Asked on July 24th, 2026

    Do I need to buy the plane tickets myself from Port Moresby to Goroka?

    Flights / Transfers
    • Across Africa Tours & TravelOperatorWritten July 2026

      Yes, you will need to book the flight to Goroka. For the final day, you can book the flight from Tari to Port Moresby, as that is where the tour concludes.

    • M

      Muhammad

      TravelerWritten July 2026

      How hard is it? How many hours of the whole trekking? Will I need special hiking shoes and pole?

    • Across Africa Tours & TravelOperatorWritten July 2026

      Yes, you need to be physically fit to hike Mount Wilhelm. The hike typically takes 4–6 hours, depending on your pace and weather conditions.

      Proper hiking boots are essential, as they provide good ankle support, traction on uneven terrain, and help reduce the risk of slips and injuries. We also recommend bringing warm clothing, a rain jacket, plenty of water, and a small daypack for the hike.

    • M

      Muhammad

      TravelerWritten July 2026

      What accommodations for hiking Mount Wilhelm? It is not mentioned on the itinerary

    • M

      Muhammad

      TravelerWritten July 2026

      If I choose not hiking Mount wilhelm, what activities for day9-11?

    • Across Africa Tours & TravelOperatorWritten July 2026

      After your Mount Wilhelm trek, you will return to Tari, where you can spend two additional nights enjoying the area at your leisure. Optional activities can be arranged during your stay, or if you prefer, you may return to Port Moresby earlier for your international departure.
      Please note: Days 9–11 are entirely optional and are not included in the main itinerary. They are available only as an extension for travelers who wish to spend more time in Papua New Guinea.

    • M

      Muhammad

      TravelerWritten July 2026

      Do I pay extra for day9-11 or includes in the total cost?

    • M

      Muhammad

      TravelerWritten July 2026

      What time will I get back to Tari on day 11? So I know what time the flight I should book from Tari to Port Moresby.

    • Across Africa Tours & TravelOperatorWritten July 2026

      If you decide not to do the hike, you will return to Tari on Day 8. In that case, you can book your flight from Tari to Port Moresby on Day 9. If you choose to hike Mount Wilhelm, you will return to Kundiawa at approximately 3:00 PM on Day 10. We therefore recommend booking your flight from Mount Hagen to Port Moresby on Day 11 to allow sufficient time after the hike.

    • M

      Muhammad

      TravelerWritten July 2026

      Now I am applying e visa and need to know the address for the evisa. Please provide the details of it.

    • Across Africa Tours & TravelOperatorWritten July 2026

      For your e-visa application, please use the following accommodation address:

      Bird of Paradise Hotel
      Address: Corner Elizabeth & McWilliam Street, Goroka, Eastern Highlands 441, Papua New Guinea

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Papua New Guinea. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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    • Cholera - Recommended for Papua New Guinea. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Papua New Guinea. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Papua New Guinea. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Papua New Guinea. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Papua New Guinea. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Papua New Guinea. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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