4. A squid meets its
reflection at the surface
as it hunts
PRACTICALITIES
WHEN
The best season to visit is from
March to November, when the
rains are less frequent (which
means fewer mosquitoes). Water
temperature remains a consistent
28–30°C year round, but a long
wetsuit is recommended to
prevent bites and stings.
HOW
Papua New Guinea’s national
airline, Air Niugini, operates several
direct flights to Port Moresby
from Singapore, Manila, Denpasar,
Tokyo, Hong Kong, and major cities
in Australia. From Port Moresby,
take a connecting flight to Hoskins
on the island of New Britain.
STAY/DIVE
• Walindi Plantation Resort/
MV FeBrina liveaboard
(www.walindifebrina.com)
TOPSIDE
Papua New Guinea offers excellent
treks through unspoiled rainforest
and the chance to see numerous
exotic species, including the
raggiana bird-of-paradise, the
country’s national bird.
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ENTRY
On arrival at Port Moresby, visitors
of all nationalities can obtain a 60day tourist visa for K100 (US$33);
you will also need to pay K60
(US$20) on departure.