Rondon Ridge, Mount Hagen, Papua New Guinea

Rondon Ridge

Where to stay

Some of the wonderful places to stay that we frequently recommended.

Rondon Ridge £££££

  • Papua New Guinea
  • Safari and Wildlife Lodge

Rondon Ridge is located at an altitude of 2,100 metres, overlooking vast areas of the Western Highlands. Set amidst native gardens and tropical montane rainforest the lodge offers 24 comfortable rooms with warmed king beds for the cooler highland temperatures and panoramic views of the surrounding scenery.

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Tawali £££££

  • Papua New Guinea
  • Beach and Island Escapes

Tawali Resort is located in a secluded area of Milne Bay amongst local fishing villages and accessible only by boat. Built on a limestone bluff eighty feet above the water, Tawali means ‘reef’ in the local language and aptly, offers world-class diving. Constructed in wood by local workers and entirely by hand, each bungalow has solar-powered hot water and a private balcony overlooking Hoia Bay. Diving, kayaking, hiking and birding are all available at the hotel.

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Walindi Plantation Resort £££££

  • Papua New Guinea
  • Beach and Island Escapes

Walindi Plantation Resort nestles on the shores of Kimbe Bay just metres from the ocean. The owners of this welcoming resort have been introducing visitors to the regions world-class diving for over 25 years. Twelve detached, thatched bungalows are scattered amidst the rainforest gardens along the small black sand beach. Eight smaller plantation house rooms are set slightly back and have shared verandas. The open-air restaurant, bar and deck make the most of the sea views and the small pool is a lovely spot to read a book.

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Rapopo Plantation Resort £££££

  • Papua New Guinea
  • Beach and Island Escapes

On the shores of New Britain, Rapopo Plantation Resort overlooks Simpson harbour and Tavurvur volcano beyond. Manicured lawns dotted with fig and coconut trees hide a large swimming pool, spa and 32 rooms with balcony and sea views. Built on the site of a Japanese fighter airstrip, the hotel is a short drive from Kokopo town, has direct beach access and offers some excellent diving.

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Karawari Lodge £££££

  • Papua New Guinea
  • Wilderness

Perched 300 metres above the Karawari River amidst dense lowland rainforest, this remote lodge occupies a privileged location in an isolated part of the world. Inaccessible by road, this rustic, thatched property was inspired by indigenous architecture. Ten simple but comfortable thatched cottages have ceiling fans and a shared veranda. Communal areas can be found in the spirit house inspired main lodge. All around, the treetops abound with birdlife, including colourful parrots and energetic sunbirds.

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Tufi Dive Resort £££££

  • Papua New Guinea

Tufi Dive Resort is perched on the slopes of Mount Trafalgar, overlooking the stunning fjords and mountains of Tufi and Cape Nelson. Stay in one of the 28 traditionally decorated bungalows, most with a verandah overlooking the Coral Sea or Tufi fjord. Alternatively, stay with a local family, eating with the villagers, exploring with local fisherman, experiencing a traditional way of life. Additional facilities at the resort include a small swimming pool and restaurant.

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