Papua New Guinea

Unleash your inner explorer with Zegrahm Expeditions’ Papua New Guinea travel adventure, venturing out by all-suite expedition ship, Zodiac, and onto remote shorelines. Far-flung island communities are seen up close as part of this Papua New Guinea cruise aboard the comfortable Caledonian Sky—learn about the kula ring of trading, the fascinating rituals of the yam harvest, and the fire dancing of Rabaul. Kite fish on Nauna. Gaze at the world-famous art of the Sepik River region. A highlight of your Papua New Guinea travel immersion: getting underwater to meet the dazzling array of rainbow-hued fish and giant gorgonian sea fans that make these healthy reefs their home. On land, meet megapodes, Brahminy kites, white-bellied sea eagles, and rainbow lorikeets.

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Upcoming Papua New Guinea Expeditions

Indonesia: Raja Ampat & Asmat Villages

November 3 — November 21, 2016

From Bunaken National Marine Park—where you’ll snorkel and dive with rainbow-hued tropical fish—to the Raja Ampat archipelago—home to the world’s richest variety of marine life—this is an incredibly immersive exploration of Indonesia.

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Faces of Melanesia

November 17 — December 3, 2016

Introducing the extraordinary diversity of Melanesia and its fascinating people, our award-winning journey to these idyllic islands features incredible bird-watching opportunities, elaborate local traditions and ceremonies, snorkeling over pristine coral reefs, and the option to explore Papua New

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Interesting Perspectives from Our Explorations in Papua New Guinea

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Michael Moore Earns Rave Reviews

August 22, 2016 | Blog Post

The reviews are in: Michael Moore has another hit on his hands.

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The 'Big Men' of Papua New Guinea & Their Western Counterpart

April 20, 2016 | Blog Post

Shirley Campbell is a social anthropologist with a special interest in the indigenous peoples of Australia, Melanesia, and the Pacific.

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Birds of Paradise

March 24, 2016 | Blog Post

Michael Moore is an expedition leader and naturalist who has earned a BS in biology and an MS degree in ecology, ethology, and evolution.

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The Megapodes of Tsoi Lik, Papua New Guinea

June 4, 2014 | Blog Post

The island and people of Tsoi Lik have always held a special place in the hearts of Zegrahm’s cofounders and travelers.

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Faces of Melanesia 2013 Field Report

May 10, 2013 | Field Report

Monday, March 25, 2013 - En Route / Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea: We all converged on the city of Port Moresby from distant reaches of the planet for the same reason: to embark on an expedition to experience the culture, wildlife, and landscapes of Melanesia.

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Rare Birds Ahoy

May 6, 2013 | Blog Post

During a series of voyages led by Zegrahm directors Peter Harrison and Jonathan Rossouw, Zegrahm travelers have once again been enjoying some exciting birding in the southwest Pacific. The Zegrahm team, traveling aboard the Clipper Odyssey, recently visited Papua New Guinea as well as the Solomon and Vanuatu islands.

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On Location: Asmat Villages

March 25, 2013 | Blog Post

Our flotilla of Zodiacs sped upriver in the direction of the small Asmat village of Ewer, on the edge of a huge flooded mangrove forest with little change in elevation for miles and miles. The village seemed quiet, but when we looked with binoculars, it became clear that there were hundreds of people lining the shore watching our approach.

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Trip Report: Papua New Guinea Extension

January 18, 2011 | Blog Post

Leaving the posh comfort of the Clipper Odyssey behind, our intrepid group struck inland into the great interior of Papua New Guinea; an area that has still been only partially explored by outsiders since its high valleys and ancient populations were first happened-upon in the middle of the last century.

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On Location: An Otherworldly Experience in the Asmat

December 14, 2010 | Blog Post

The Asmat is an almost indescribable sight to behold. From the the fiercely painted warriors aboard canoes and the smoke-filled men’s house to the grass huts and meandering boardwalks built on stilts and throngs of scantily-clad men, women, and children, everything you see and experience is undoubtedly surreal for the Western traveler.

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On Location: History, Volcanic Displays, and Dramatic Dances Highlight Rabaul Visit

May 17, 2008 | Blog Post

Our day on Rabaul (Papua New Guinea) was an incredible mix of culture and natural phenomena. Once ashore, we set out to visit the World War II Museum, the fascinating Japanese barge tunnels (the island was a Japanese stronghold during the War), and the Tavurvur Volcano hot springs.

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Coconut Palms: Trees of Life

October 19, 2007 | Blog Post

The coconut palm—that elegant lanky symbol for tropical island paradise—is also one of the most fascinating trees on the planet.

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The Amazing Mangrove

April 19, 2006 | Blog Post

What plant appears to walk out and over water, grows its roots upward to "breathe," has seeds that germinate before they fall, eliminates salt from its pores, and serves as a nursery for baby tropical fish?

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