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Land Of A Thousand Tribes by Private Air

11 days
From Mount Hagen to Port Moresby
4.0 (5 reviews)
Land Of A Thousand Tribes by Private Air - Crooked Compass
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Ages 18+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Mount Hagen

    Mount Hagen
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner overlooking the valley)

    Included Activities

    • Travel through Wahgi Valley to Rondon Ridge Lodge
    • Welcome dinner with fellow travellers
    Landmarks
    Wahgi Valley
    Mount Hagen
  2. Day 2

    Wahgi Valley

    Wahgi Valley
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Explore Wahgi Valley villages
    • Cultural visits with Melpa people
    • Learn about Melpa traditions, customs, and social structures
    • Encounter the Pogla Mudmen
    Landmarks
    Wahgi Valley
  3. Day 3

    Mount Hagen to Lake Murray

    Mount Hagen to Lake Murray
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Charter flight to Lake Murray
    • Leisurely walk around Lake Murray Lodge island
    Landmarks
    Lake Murray
  4. Days 4 - 5

    Lake Murray

    Lake Murray
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Boat travel to remote villages across Lake Murray
    • Time with local families and communities
    • Learn about local traditions and customs
    • View traditional arts, crafts, and ceremonial body painting
    • Witness storytelling and warrior dress performances
    Landmarks
    Lake Murray
  5. Day 6

    Lake Murray to Sepik River

    Lake Murray to Sepik River
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Charter flight to Sepik River region
    • Visit to village for sago palm harvesting and preparation demonstration
    Landmarks
    Karawari River
  6. Day 7

    Sepik River

    Sepik River
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Riverboat travel to traditional villages along Karawari River
    • Meet villagers in traditional homes
    • Learn about daily life in Sepik region
    • Witness cultural performances and traditional storytelling
    • Engage with local artisans

    Optional Activities

    • Purchase authentic handmade artworks from local communities
    Landmarks
    Karawari River
  7. Day 8

    Sepik River to Tari Valley

    Sepik River to Tari Valley
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Charter flight to Tari Valley
    • Guided rainforest walk along Ambua Lodge trail network
    • Bird watching for Birds of Paradise
    Landmarks
    Tari Valley
    Ambua Lodge
  8. Day 9

    Tari Valley

    Tari Valley
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit traditional Huli wig school
    • Learn about wig crafting traditions and symbolism
    • Visit local villages and meet community members
    • Learn about Huli cultural adaptation and traditions
    • Witness traditional performances
    Landmarks
    Tari Valley
  9. Day 10

    Tari Valley to Port Moresby

    Tari Valley to Port Moresby
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Leisure time in Port Moresby before onward flight connection
  10. Day 11

    Port Moresby

    Port Moresby
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Papua New Guinea. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Papua New Guinea. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • 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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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before October 24th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after October 24th, 2026, a minimum payment of $850 is required to confirm your booking with Crooked Compass. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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