Holiday in Port Moresby
City in papua-neuguinea — tips, highlights & best time to visit
Country
papua-neuguinea
Type
City
Best time to travel
May to October (dry season, 25-30 °C). September for the Goroka Show. November-April is wet.
Budget/day
80-150 €
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Port Moresby Jacksons (POM, approx. 20-26 h with 2 layovers via Singapore/Brisbane or Tokyo). Visa on arrival (100 PGK).
About Port Moresby
Port Moresby, the capital of Papua New Guinea, is the gateway to one of the last truly wild regions on Earth. The city by the Coral Sea is rough and unpolished — but fascinating for travelers seeking authenticity. The National Museum and Art Gallery houses one of the most important collections of Oceanic art in the world: Sepik carvings, Highlands masks, Bilum bags, and Sing-Sing costumes document over 800 different cultures and languages — Papua New Guinea has the highest linguistic density in the world. Ela Beach and the coastline offer snorkeling with corals and tropical fish right in front of the city. The Adventure Park Nature Reserve showcases the unique wildlife: birds of paradise, tree kangaroos, and the Raggi bird of paradise (national bird). The Bomana War Cemetery commemorates the battles of World War II along the Kokoda Track. Port Moresby is the starting point for Papua New Guinea's highlights: the Kokoda Track (96 km through the jungle), the Sepik region (crocodiles and tribal art), the Highlands festivals (Goroka Show, Mt Hagen Show), and world-class diving at the coral reefs of Milne Bay.
Top 5 highlights in Port Moresby
The places you absolutely must not miss.
National Museum and Art Gallery
Most important collection of Oceanic art: Sepik carvings, Highlands masks, and 800+ tribal cultures under one roof.
Kokoda Track
96 km jungle trek following the footsteps of World War II: one of the toughest multi-day hikes in the world.
Ela Beach & Coral Reefs
Snorkeling and sunset right in front of the city: Port Moresby's most relaxed corner.
Goroka Show (September)
Largest Highlands festival: 100+ tribes in traditional paint and feather adornments — the most spectacular cultural festival in Oceania.
Adventure Park Nature Reserve
Birds of paradise and tree kangaroos in their natural habitat: Papua New Guinea's unique fauna at the city's doorstep.
Hotels in Port Moresby
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Reise-SIM für Port Moresby
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Port Moresby
Recommended travel time
May to October (dry season, 25-30 °C). September for the Goroka Show. November-April is wet.
Summer
25-32 °C, humid with tropical rainfalls November-April
Winter
24-30 °C, dry season May-October, pleasant
How much does a holiday in Port Moresby cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
40-70 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
80-150 €
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
200-500 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Visa on arrival — 60-day tourist visa for approx. 100 PGK. Passport must be valid for 6 months.
Be mindful of safety — Port Moresby has security issues. Stay in safe neighborhoods, use taxis at night, do not walk alone.
Organized tours — Papua New Guinea is not a backpacker destination. Organized tours for Highlands, Sepik, and Kokoda Track are recommended.
Kina currency — 1 € ≈ 4.2 PGK. Papua New Guinea is not cheap: logistics to remote areas are expensive.
Book Highlands festivals in advance — Goroka Show (September) and Mt Hagen Show (August) are the highlights. Book flights and accommodations early.
Food & drink in Port Moresby
These specialties you must try!
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