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TRANS NIUGINI TOURS

With over 30 years of expertise in cultural tours, Ambua Lodge – Hela Province want to drop a line into the water for fun. Included in the tariff is building of the lodge is built in the form of a haus tambaran, or spirit
trekking, ecological tours, wilderness adventures and Located at 7000 feet in the Tari Gap area, Ambua Lodge showcases accommodation, all meals, transfers and fishing. house, that contains a the dining area, bar, lounge and an incredible
cultural events, Trans Niugini Tours offers a number of local architecture, spectacular views and modest luxury. The 36 Lake Murray Lodge – Western Province collection of Sepik artefacts. With no roads in the area, The lodge is
options for experiencing accessing Papua New Guinea’s cottage style units feature picture windows with outstanding views of The newest lodge from Trans Niugini Tours finds its home on the only accessible via small aircraft or the river itself. Cruising the jungle
unspoiled environments and traditional cultures. the valley. With its beautiful Highland architecture, the main building shores of the remote Lake Murray; the largest lake in PNG. The fringed waterways and visiting the small villages that line its shores
houses a lounge, bar, dining room and a beautiful, cosy central 12 individual cabin rooms overlooking the lake and are furnished is particularly memorable.
Rondon Ridge Lodge -Western Highlands fireplace. An additional 18 luxury rooms were recently constructed to with, ceiling fans, modern en suite bathrooms and an elevated, MS Sepik Spirit –Karawari & Sepik River, East Sepik Province
Situated at 7100 feet above sea level, Rondon Ridge Lodge offers meet the increased demand for accommodation. lakeview veranda. The MS Sepik Spirit offers its passengers a unique opportunity
sweeping views of the incredible Wahgi Valley, the Hagen Range and to reach the middle reaches of the remote Sepik river while still
Sepik Divide. Just 30 minutes from the centre of Mt Hagen, each of Enjoy bird watching, venture along nature trails that are complete The main lodge building features an airy lounge, dining room and bar experiencing all the comforts of civilisation. This one of a kind river
the 12 units offer a 90 degree view, modern bathrooms and electric with traditional vine bridges, and discover a secluded waterfall. area and a large wraparound veranda, making it the perfect place boat accommodates 18 passengers in nine deluxe, twin bedrooms,
blankets while an additional 16 newly built rooms offer double or twin In keeping with its back-to-nature feel, Ambua Lodge generates to enjoy exceptional sunsets over the water. Lake Murray Lodge each with a private bathroom.
share beds. The lodge features a large open spaced lounge, bar and 24-hour clean electricity from its mini hydroelectric power plant. A arranges boat excursions around the lake to visit local villages,
dining room area, tastefully decorated with unique tribal artefacts culturally vibrant place, this is the home to the Huli Wigmen with birding sites and fishing spots. With a rich population of birds, fish Experience unique cultural encounters with the local people
from across the country. their human hair wigs adorned with colourful flowers. The Tari Valley and a unique tribal culture, this lodge is an exceptional experience for whose prolific wood carvings express their ancient beliefs and
is one of the few places left where men and women can be seen travellers wishing to experience this remote destination in comfort. unique culture. Passengers will venture into the remote local
Guests can enjoy the colourful gardens and unparalleled vista from wearing traditional dress as part of daily living and men’s wealth is villages on daily excursions conducted on an 18-seater, custom
the outside dining area, complete with a cosy fireplace for the cool still counted by the number of pigs and wives that they possess. Karawari Lodge - East Sepik Province designed riverboat.
highland evenings. The heating and all power is are supplied by Overlooking the Karawari River in the Sepik region, Karawari Lodge
the lodge’s own hydro system, providing environmentally friendly Bensbach Wildlife Lodge – Western Province is set in the dense tropical rainforest in the heart of one of the
electricity. Comprehensive touring programs offer insight into the On the Bensbach River, in Southern PNG, this lodge is easily most remote and culturally rich areas of PNG. The guest cottages,
fascinating cultural traditions and customs of the Melpa tribe; accessible by charter aircraft from Mt Hagen, Port Moresby, or via overlooking the winding river and vast jungle below are made from
whom populate this area of PNG. With daily flights from Port Moresby Daru from Cairns. The sweeping plains teeming with wildlife make local materials and offer guests a comfortable stay. The main
to Mt Hagen, Rondon Ridge is the perfect jumping-off point for this lodge truly perfect for nature lovers. This is also barramundi
access to Ambua Lodge, Karawari Lodge, Lake Murray Lodge and country, and the barramundi of Bensbach are second-to-none.
the Sepik Spirit. The lodge caters for the serious angler as well as those who just Trans Niugini Tours PO Box 371, Mt. Hagen PAPUA NEW GUINEA www.pngtours.com
Tel: +675 5421438 +675 71989397 Fax: +675 5422470 Email: [email protected]

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