Port Moresby
Bomana War Cemetery The final resting ground for thousands of Australian and Allied soldiers of World War II is a must-see. Time your visit at dawn if possible, with the dawn service on Anzac Day a truly memorable experience. LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
POM Nature Park zookeeper Rose- Bernadette Wakrima gives a snake talk during the park’s annual Snaketastic! event
Moresby and the Central coast, and now boasts a modern visitors centre that opened in 2019. The park is popular for school excursions, bird- watching (it is home to six of the more than 40 bird-of-paradise species), weekend outings for city residents, and nature tours. Port Moresby Golf Course A championship 18-hole golf course behind Parliament House full of challenging doglegs, water obstacles and tight fairways surrounded by tall trees. On the 16th hole, you may even catch a glimpse of the resident crocodile. The clubhouse offers a bar and licensed restaurant as well as great views over the course and driving range. Dress regulations apply: collared shirts and closed shoes at all times. Port Moresby Nature Park ph. 326 0248 info@ portmoresbynaturepark.com Considered the city’s number one tourist attraction, the park is the first of its kind in the South Pacific to pass the Zoo & Aquarium Association of Australasia’s animal welfare accreditation program – confirming it as a world- standard wildlife park. As PNG’s only combined botanical and
zoological park and garden, it is the perfect place to view native animals and plants, including rare orchids and Port Moresby’s only rainforest tract, in a safe, tropical and large open space. More than 550 animals are on display including multiple species of tree kangaroos, cassowaries, wallabies, birds of paradise, parrots, pigeons, reptiles and more. On site is a popular café, souvenir shop, children’s playground and outdoor picnic areas (available for hire). The park also offers hotel transfers (bookings essential) and guided tours. Open seven days (including public holidays) 9am- 4pm, except Saturdays when it closes at 5pm. Admission (2024): Visitors: adults K20,
National Museum & Art Gallery
Independence Dr, Waigani Reopened in October 2018 after a major refurbishment, this must-see attraction houses PNG’s premier anthropological and archaeological collections that include artefacts over 40,000 years old, as well as natural history exhibits, modern art and war relics. There are five galleries, including such artefacts as a stunning ‘kula’ trading canoe from the Trobriand Islands of Milne Bay, tall posts from the Sepik used to decorate haus tambarans (spirit houses), and intricately-carved Malangan masks from New Ireland. Opening hours are Mon-Sat 9am-3pm, Sun 1pm-3pm. Admission: Free weekdays and at all times for students and children; Sat-Sun K10 (visitors); K5 (locals). Varirata National Park, Sogeri Admission: K10 adult/K6 child (visitors); K5 adult/K3 child (locals). Vehicles K50- 100 depending on size. PNG’s first national park that opened in 1973 is known for its breathtaking views of Port
students (with ID) K15, children (3-12yrs) K10. Locals: adults K10, students (with ID) K7, children (3-12yrs) K5.
Pacific Adventist Uni Markets If you’re in Port Moresby on a Sunday and don’t mind an early start, a visit to the markets at PAU, 14 Mile, is always worthwhile. The fruit and vegetables are fresh, locally grown and reasonably priced, and there are other stalls selling home-made delicacies such as
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