The wonders of Papua New Guinea never cease to impress even the well travelled. Offering a multitude of ideal boat cruising experiences, there is no better way to explore a country where little has changed over centuries.
Rich in culture and ethnic diversity, Papua New Guinea promises to reward cruise enthusiasts with unforgettable sights and sounds.
Boat Cruising in Papua New Guinea is particularly relaxing, since island life is slow-paced and informal. Cruise vacations are not only packed with a multitude of on-board activities, they also set in motion the opportunity to explore and discover the Papua New Guinea culture and history of this last great frontier.
While international cruise liners frequent Papua New Guinea waters on an annual basis, our coastal water cruise boats also offer the opportunity for visitor cruises up the mighty Sepik River or to our magnificent island provinces.
PNG Boat Cruises
The Sepik Spirit is the ultimate "floating lodge" for the adventurer who desires all the comforts of civilisation while traversing the mysterious middle reaches of the mighty Sepik River. Purpose-built for river cruising, the Sepik Spirit offers the opportunity and freedom to explore the extensive river network along the Sepik River system, including the Black Waters and the Karawari rivers in air conditioned comfort. There are weekly 3 and 6 night cruises into the middle Sepik region. For more information, contact:
Trans Nuigini Tours
P.O. Box 371, Mt Hagen
Western Highlands Province
Papua New Guinea
Tel: (675) 542 1438, Fax: (675) 542 2470
Email: service@pngtours.com
Website: www.pngtours.com
Imajica II, a 24 metre North Pacific Schooner is a new vessel operating traditional and exploratory cruises in the islands of Papua New Guinea. Their full range of dive, surf, exploratory and cultural expeditions offers cruises that stretch as far as the Sepik River, the southern coast of New Britain and the outer atolls around Nuguria and the Solomons border. The new vessel, Imajica II, can accommodate 10 passengers, whilst still retaining the experience of the first catamaran, Imajica.
Jesse, Mark and Beau
The Imajica Experience
24 Hillview Crescent, Whitfield
OLD 4870, Australia
Email: enquire@theimjicaexperience.com
Website: www.theimajicaexperience.com
The Kalibobo Spirit was built in Picton, New Zealand by Carey's Shipyard in 2004. The boat was built from timber and coated with epoxy and fibreglass, over a two year period. Initially the Kalibobo Spirit was designed to operate in the Malborough Sounds and was named the Swannee River. The name was changed upon its acquisition by the current owner, Sir Peter Barter, Chairman of MTS Limited, who used the boat primarily for his private use, but with charters available to selected guests.
The Kalibobo Spirit has a helipad for convenient transfers and excursions to remote areas. The Helipad is certified for Jet Ranger, Hughes 500 and R44 type helicopters. For excursions on the Sepik River, the Kalibobo Spirit has a purpose built aluminum 20 pax speedboat, powered by a 200hp Yamaha engine, to provide excursions along the tributaries; the Murik and Chambri Lakes.
In addition to the speed boat, the Kalibobo Spirit carrys two Zodiacs that are used in open water for up to 8 people in each boat. The Kalibobo carries a Bauer compressor, tanks and all equipment for up to 8 divers. Snorkelling equipment is also carried for the use of passengers. All passengers diving must hold a recognised diving certificate. There is no decompression chamber aboard the vessel.
- Subject to change without notice, minimum 10 passengers
- All other dates available for Charter subject to availability
- Port Moresby is available for day charters and or Dinner Cruises max 100 persons
Notes: *5 night Sepik Cruises operate between Madang/Sepik or vice versa. Charter aircraft is required to provide air travel between Timbunke/Mt. Hagen vice versa. (Air charters are not included in above costs).
Costs are quoted in Australian Dollars, per person, twin share basis in 6 cabins with queen size beds (not twin), a double bunk and two single cabins and all with ensuites. All meals are provided, along with house wine with dinner, tours, excursions and village visit fees. For single supplement, add 70% to above costs. Diving supplement is $25.00 per dive for certified divers on island charters only. (Children under 12 are not encouraged on these scheduled cruises).
Melanesian Tourist Services Ltd
P.O. Box 707, Madang, P.N.G,
Tel: +675 422 2766
Fax +675 422 3543
Email: info@mtspng.com
Website: www.mtspng.com |
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