12-night Cultures and Nature in Papua New Guinea Cruise

Cruise Line:
PONANT
Ship:
Le Laperouse
Destination:
Roundtrip Cairns
Departure Date:
3/7/2024
Length:
12
Offer ID:
1477915
from
$10030

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Itinerary

Destination
Arrival
Departure
Cairns
3/7/2024
3/7/2024

Cairns is the sunny garden city where the Great Barrier Reef meets the Wet Tropics Rainforest, mountains and the gulf savannah not too far away. The city's water front boasts a world class marina and wharf used by visiting cruise liners, yachts and tour vessels. Cairns is situated in the Northern end of Tropical Queensland Australia. It's a modern city with a good location to explore some of Australia's vast array of flora and fauna. With a magnificent Casino, Cairns is alive with more activities than a visitor will ever have time for. The principal attraction is the over 60 national parks from the wet tropical rain forests and lush tablelands to the truly wild Cape York Peninsula and the Great Barrier Reef.

At Sea
3/8/2024
3/8/2024

No information currently available.

Alotau
3/9/2024
3/9/2024

Alotau is the capital of Milne Bay province, a province of Papua new Guinea.  Renowned for its friendly people and amazing tropical islands, it is a very well kept secret and sees very few tourists each year. The whole of Milne bay offers some of the worlds best scuba diving and coral reef experiences.

Fergusson Island
3/10/2024
3/10/2024

The largest of the D'Entrecasteaux Islands of Papua New Guinea, Fergusson Island contains rain forests and several mountainous regions, including three volcanoes.

Dobu Island
3/10/2024
3/10/2024

Dobu is a lush green island in Papau New Guineau. This garden island features beautiful mangroves, and swimming coves that will have you never wanting to leave.

Tufi
3/11/2024
3/11/2024



Located on a tropical fjord of Cape Nelson, Papua New Guinea.  With around 30 different dive sites, teeming with coral and schools of fish, Tufi is an extremely popular destination for divers and snorkelers alike.  Not only will divers admire the diverse marine life, but they can also experience the thrill of searching for various World War II wreckages.   Some visitors may want to explore the surrounding areas topside by canoe, kayak or on a trekking expedition.  It is here that they will discover stunning waterfalls cascading from the highest cliffs, secluded beaches as well as a plethora of tropical bird species that call Tufi home.   


 



 

Tami Island
3/12/2024
3/12/2024



Located off of the southeast coast of Papua New Guinea’s Huon Peninsula, the Tami Islands consist of a group of four coral atolls.  The indigenous inhabitants of the islands are famous for their bowls, figurines and ceremonial masks; all elaborately carved out of wood.  Reefs surrounding the islands contain a stunning array of marine life such as Blue Sea Stars, jellyfish and many schools of various fish species.   With their sandy white beaches, top notch snorkeling spots and friendly islanders, the Tami Islands are an excellent choice for a vacation from urban life.



 

Madang
3/13/2024
3/13/2024

Madang is a port on the northeastern coast of New Guinea lying on Astrolabe Bay near the mouth of the Gogol River. It is the centre for a large timber industry based on the Gogol forest about 25 miles (40 km) inland. Nearby is an island studded lagoon, coral reefs and a rainforest with fruit bats. Abandoned by the Germans in 1899 because of the prevalence of malaria, it was occupied by the Japanese from 1942 to 1945. Kalibobo lighthouse at the harbour entrance commemorates the New Guinea coast watchers who aided the Allies during WW2.

Dregerhafen
3/14/2024
3/14/2024

No information currently available.

Lusancay Islands
3/15/2024
3/15/2024

No information currently available.

Trobriand Islands
3/16/2024
3/16/2024

No information currently available.

Samarai Island
3/17/2024
3/17/2024

Samarai Island is located in the China Strait located in Milne Bay, the easternmost inlet on the coast of Papua New Guinea, and gives good access to coral reefs and diving. The Bay has plantations on its south and west shores while the north shore is steep and rugged.

At Sea
3/18/2024
3/18/2024

No information currently available.

Cairns
3/19/2024
3/19/2024

Cairns is the sunny garden city where the Great Barrier Reef meets the Wet Tropics Rainforest, mountains and the gulf savannah not too far away. The city's water front boasts a world class marina and wharf used by visiting cruise liners, yachts and tour vessels. Cairns is situated in the Northern end of Tropical Queensland Australia. It's a modern city with a good location to explore some of Australia's vast array of flora and fauna. With a magnificent Casino, Cairns is alive with more activities than a visitor will ever have time for. The principal attraction is the over 60 national parks from the wet tropical rain forests and lush tablelands to the truly wild Cape York Peninsula and the Great Barrier Reef.

Itinerary subject to change without notice. Please confirm itinerary at time of booking.

Departure Date:
3/7/2024
Number of Nights
12
Cruise Inclusions:

Cruise, meals, and more... including:

  • Complimentary Open Bar including alcoholic beverages, bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffees, and fully stocked stateroom mini bar
  • Complimentary Fine Cuisine Restaurants
  • Complimentary 24-hour room service for all staterooms and suites
  • Complimentary Unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the ship
  • Complimentary Gratuities
  • Complimentary 24-hour butler service in suites
  • Complimentary use of Wellness facilities
  • Complimentary Concierge Service for all staterooms and suites
  • HERMES amenities
  • Open Bridge Policy
Remarks:
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Offer ID:
1477915

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