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to the northwest of the mainland which
can be reached by air or by coastal
cargo ship and there are two main hotel
lodges in Lorengau. Manus Island has
vast tracts of forests in the central range
and a magical coastline. The dancing
by the locals is erotic and majestic,
depicting a life of openness and joy.
This island group is hailed as having
exceptional diving and is occasionally
visited by some of PNG’s live-aboards.
The North Solomons as a province
includes Buka and Bouganville Island,
as well as hundreds of smaller islets,
cays and atolls. Boating enthusiasts
find this a marine wonderland with
untouched reefs to explore with an
everlasting supply of reef fish and
shellfish. Buka Island is accessible by
boat and plane from Rabaul and has
a variety of accommodation varying
in price and quality. Walking through
village tracks and plantation roads is
the best way to discover the magnificent
flora and fauna.
Whilst there are few hotels on mainland
Bougainville, there are numerous guest-
houses in Buka.

NUSA ISLAND RETREAT

Nusa Island Retreat offers a feel from the moment you set foot on the coral walls, explore WWII wrecks or dive
style and charm that is a fresh beach and bury your toes in the sand. freshwater caves. Fishing enthusiasts can
and a welcome change from your The traditionally styled bungalows are go trolling for pelagics or casting/jigging
conventional holiday destination. set both over and on the water’s edge, the for sports fish. Surfing is seasonal and the
outlook is simply magic. waves are typically two to four feet over
This low impact and eco-sensitive island reef with varying levels of difficulty.
retreat is located just off the northern The spacious restaurant and fully licensed Other activities include exploring the
tip of New Ireland on a small island bar offers creative and delicious meal surrounding islands by boat, kayak or
with a sheltered white sandy point. The options, specialising in fresh seafood and paddleboard, traditional canoeing, nature
provincial capital Kavieng is only a few other local produce. walks, mainland or island tours, bike
minutes away by boat, making it perfectly The Retreat is the perfect location from riding, bird watching, cultural events,
positioned to the conveniences of town, which to take advantage of the numerous visiting local markets, interacting with
yet far enough to be a world away.
activities on offer. Snorkel the colourful the local villagers and learning about the
The Retreat exudes a relaxed easy going reefs or dive with big pelagics, drift along local culture.

PO Box 305, Kavieng, New Ireland Province, PAPUA NEW GUINEA
Tel: +675 723 18302 or +675 723 18300 Email: [email protected] www.nusaislandretreat.com

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