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