Nusa Island Retreat

— Nusa Island Retreat —

Nestled on a sheltered white sandy point, Nusa Island Retreat offers safe swimming and amazing views across the blues of Kavieng Harbour.

AQUATIC PLAYGROUND

Kavieng and its surrounds is an aquatic playground, above and below the surface. From the Pacific to the Bismarck, or north to New Hanover – the options are endless.

As Kavieng is located just a couple of degrees south of the equator, during the northern hemisphere monsoon, the north coast and the string of islands leading to the west enjoy uninterrupted North Pacific Ocean swells, ideal for surfing.

Kavieng boasts a great range of fishing – from estuarine mangrove systems to reefs and blue water fishing.

The area is also highly regarded for its diving diversity. From encounters with big pelagic to drifting along plunging coral encrusted walls, exploring WWII wrecks or muck diving, guests can do it all. Those suitably experienced also have the option to dive or snorkel the freshwater sinkholes and caves which are located on the mainland.

MYRIAD ACTIVITIES

Anywhere around the Retreat is suitable for swimming plus there’s a range of single and double ocean kayaks available for a choice of short, localised day trips to extended overnight paddles. There’s also traditional style canoeing or calm water paddle boarding using a stand-up paddleboard (SUP).

Cycling is popular for viewing the coastal scenery and indulging in the local village culture. Short town and local area trips can be easily arranged.

Both Nusa Lik and Nusa Lavu (or Big Nusa, the neighbouring island) offer fantastic guided or self-guided walking trails. Nusa Lavu has rock-pools, a blowhole and several WWII relics that can be explored within an easy one-two-hour stroll. Nusa Lik is home to the Artisan Trail where guests are welcome to visit the villages and view art, handcrafted shell jewellery and handicrafts which are created on the island.

Nearby, the Bouliminski Highway is a well-maintained, over 200 km bitumen coastal road that makes for comfortable travelling and sightseeing. Check out the giant eels or swim in crystal clear rivers. Day tours and overnight guest house stays can be arranged.

Nusa is an ideal choice in which to do as much – or as little – as you like!