The official national language is English. The two most commonly used languages are Hiri Motu and Melanesian Pidgin. There are an estimated traditional languages in PNG.
International credit cards are accepted at most major hotels. Kina cash is available at the Foreign Exchange counters on arrival at Port Moresby and at departure airports in Australia. Tourists need a visa to enter PNG. Visa regulations change from time to time. To acquire a visa upon arrival, eligible tourists need a passport valid at least six months past their arrival date, proof of sufficient funds for their stay, a copy of your PNG Travel Itinerary and an onward airline ticket with confirmed bookings.
At this time there is no fee for the tourist visa on arrival. The climate in PNG is tropical and pleasant. May to October are the drier months, generally, the most pleasant time to visit. Most festivals are held during this time. Diving is good year-round in most parts of PNG. There are several ways to get around the country, but usually, Goway passengers will travel by private vehicle, domestic flights and charter flights to remote Wilderness Lodges.
Scheduled Domestic Flights baggage allowance is restricted to 16 kg 35lbs and a carry-on bag. Charter Flights restrict to 10 kg 22lbs and recommend soft-sided luggage. When heading to more remote lodges, baggage can be stored at your Port Moresby Hotel or Local Area Hotel you are returning to, for your scheduled domestic flights. Cultural and Nature inspired vacations. Birdwatching is also popular as there are over 38 varieties of Birds of Paradise. Snorkeling and Scuba Diving, with superb visibility.
Liveaboard Dives. An exotic, friendly destination, great for families with the spirit of adventure. Melanesians value family and truly delight in children. One of the most unexplored countries on the planet, with an array of diverse tribes, stunning scenery. There are plenty of land and water activities to entertain. We can create a custom itinerary based on your family's interests.
