RABAUL TOURS
East New Britain truly is a piece of paradise with a wealth of natural, cultural and historical experiences waiting to be enjoyed!
We can provide a variety of exclusive, personalized ventures - out on the water, under water and on land. We can tailor make activity packages for individuals or groups, for relaxing and unwinding, for adventure and excitement, for history and for culture. It is home of the Baining Fire dancers and the Tolai Tubuan society.
Every July the national mask festival occurs here.
East New Britain is rich in culture, WWII history and stories of volcanoes. Take a half day or full day tour of some of the sites steeped in the history that has shaped the East New Britain of today. Your guide will regale you with stories of the Rabaul that once was the most promising Town of PNG and highlight the destruction and devastation experienced by the Rabaul township as you drive down Mango Avenue and the old Rabaul Airport... Kokopo, the new town, boasts the best market in PNG and a fantastic museum of salvaged WWII military relics and its very own crocodile
The capital township, Rabaul, was built up from a mangrove swamp by the Germans, who introduced coconut plantations as a major cash crop and export. It came under British rule after WWI and then was held captive by Japan in WWII as a vital control
centre for many of the attacks across the Pacific. Today the town survives in the presence of one of natures most destructive forces — Tavurvur Volcano.
Take your pick from white sandy beaches on remote uninhabited islands to WWII history or an erupting volcano, a rich vibrant and very active culture and an ocean full of Mother Nature ’ s finest secrets.
We can provide a variety of exclusive, personalized ventures - out on the water, under water and on land. We can tailor make activity packages for individuals or groups, for relaxing and unwinding, for adventure and excitement, for history and for culture. It is home of the Baining Fire dancers and the Tolai Tubuan society.
Every July the national mask festival occurs here.
East New Britain is rich in culture, WWII history and stories of volcanoes. Take a half day or full day tour of some of the sites steeped in the history that has shaped the East New Britain of today. Your guide will regale you with stories of the Rabaul that once was the most promising Town of PNG and highlight the destruction and devastation experienced by the Rabaul township as you drive down Mango Avenue and the old Rabaul Airport... Kokopo, the new town, boasts the best market in PNG and a fantastic museum of salvaged WWII military relics and its very own crocodile
The capital township, Rabaul, was built up from a mangrove swamp by the Germans, who introduced coconut plantations as a major cash crop and export. It came under British rule after WWI and then was held captive by Japan in WWII as a vital control
centre for many of the attacks across the Pacific. Today the town survives in the presence of one of natures most destructive forces — Tavurvur Volcano.
Take your pick from white sandy beaches on remote uninhabited islands to WWII history or an erupting volcano, a rich vibrant and very active culture and an ocean full of Mother Nature ’ s finest secrets.
LAND TOURS
East New Britain is rich in culture, WWII history and stories of volcanoes. Take a half day or full day tour of some of the sites steeped in the history that has shaped the East New Britain of today. Your guide will regale you with stories of the Rabaul that once was the most promising Town of PNG and highlight the destruction and devastation experienced by the Rabaul township as you drive down Mango Avenue and the old Rabaul Airport... Kokopo, the new town, boasts the best market in PNG and a fantastic museum of salvaged WWII military relics and its very own crocodile!!
You can have a WWII focused tour or a Volcano Town focused tour or a mix of both with the local markets and gift shop, the choice is yours.
Bitapaka War Cemetery, War Museum, Queen Emma’s Stairs, Japanese Barge Tunnels, Japanese Hospital Tunnels, Kokopo Market, Mary’s Orchid Park, Hot Springs, Volcano Observatory, Yamamoto’s Bunker, Nuigini Club, Rabaul Market, Craft Shop, Submarine Base, Betty Bomber, Japanese Peace Memorial
You can have a WWII focused tour or a Volcano Town focused tour or a mix of both with the local markets and gift shop, the choice is yours.
Bitapaka War Cemetery, War Museum, Queen Emma’s Stairs, Japanese Barge Tunnels, Japanese Hospital Tunnels, Kokopo Market, Mary’s Orchid Park, Hot Springs, Volcano Observatory, Yamamoto’s Bunker, Nuigini Club, Rabaul Market, Craft Shop, Submarine Base, Betty Bomber, Japanese Peace Memorial
DUKE OF YORK ISLANDS
Each island around East New Britain has its own personality, its own story and its own set of traditions… The Duke of York Islands is the place to really explore and feel traditional PNG!
Cruise round the islands and hear some of the history whilst taking in the wonderful array of colours and vibrancy of this small archipelago. As you go watch out for dolphins, the fanciful dugong and local fishing canoes. The waters round here are crystal clear, azure blue lagoons with white sandy beaches and lush green vegetation, paradise in its truest form. You can snorkel on reefs and on two Japanese tanks, go ashore and visit the villages, churches and monuments.
Cruise round the islands and hear some of the history whilst taking in the wonderful array of colours and vibrancy of this small archipelago. As you go watch out for dolphins, the fanciful dugong and local fishing canoes. The waters round here are crystal clear, azure blue lagoons with white sandy beaches and lush green vegetation, paradise in its truest form. You can snorkel on reefs and on two Japanese tanks, go ashore and visit the villages, churches and monuments.
PIGEON ISLANDS
The tranquil haven of the Pigeon Islands is just a short boat journey away… Arrive to crystal clear sea, lapping on a white sand beach where you can gaze at the view of the volcanoes from the shade of a coconut tree. Snorkel on the most stunning walls and reef, full of life and vibrant colour!
Only too happy to have visitors, the Kelly family on Big Pigeon Island will take you on a tour of the two Japanese Machine guns from WW2 and regale you with the tale of how the family used to swing on them as children. There is also an ammunition bunker on the island which is visible but filled in at present as it is believed there are still live shells inside!
Little Pigeon Island is uninhabited and gives you the freedom to fully explore her hidden delights.
Only too happy to have visitors, the Kelly family on Big Pigeon Island will take you on a tour of the two Japanese Machine guns from WW2 and regale you with the tale of how the family used to swing on them as children. There is also an ammunition bunker on the island which is visible but filled in at present as it is believed there are still live shells inside!
Little Pigeon Island is uninhabited and gives you the freedom to fully explore her hidden delights.
HARBOUR CRUISE
Simpson Harbour, the super volcano, the ring of fire, the WWII Japanese epicentre and once the most promising port in Papua New Guinea. The stories, legends and history are endless. Let your guide take you on a personalised cruise round this fascinating harbour and regale you with their collection of stories from the past.
This tour includes the following;
Mt Tavurvur base walk to see the steam vents. Megapode Egg Digging
Simpson Harbour Industry and wreckage
Snorkelling at the Bee Hives
Blue Lagoon & WWII Floating crane wreck
This tour includes the following;
Mt Tavurvur base walk to see the steam vents. Megapode Egg Digging
Simpson Harbour Industry and wreckage
Snorkelling at the Bee Hives
Blue Lagoon & WWII Floating crane wreck
MT TARVURVUR VOLCANO TREK
Treks take 2 to 3 hours and start early in the morning, and can be added on to half and full day land tours. Walking past the hot springs and up the slopes of cooled lava, can be quite challenging when the sun is out, hence the need for an early start. From the top, the views of Blanche Bay are impressive, as is the view into the crater of this active volcano.