Islands Region
The Provinces
ISLANDS The New Guinea Islands are situated in the rough shape of a ring around the Bismarck Sea in the north of Papua New Guinea. They can be divided into four main islands: Manus, New Britain, New Ireland and Bougainville. Literally hundreds of smaller island groups and atolls are dotted across these areas. The island of New Britain is truly a place of wonder. Kimbe Bay is renowned for having one of the most biologically-diverse marine environments in the world. The Gazelle Peninsula, home to Rabaul and Kokopo, is famous for its people’s
mouth of Simpson Harbour in Rabaul. The smoking, belching caldera is a sight thousands of tourists come to see every year. The quaint township of A Karawara Island woman paddles back from her garden on Ulu Island, Duke of York Islands, East New Britain. Photo: Justin Kuradal
hospitality as well as its colonial and WWII history . New Britain is home to five active volcanoes. The most active of these, Tavurvur , is at the
2022 Ranked #1 in Kokopo, East New Britain
Rapopo Plantation Resort received 2018 Travellers' Choice Top 25 Hotels in the South Pacific being TripAdvisor's most prestigious award. In 2020 Rapopo was given the Hall of Fame award recognising 8 consecutive years of consistent Excellent rating from Travellers. Located just 10 minutes from the airport and 5 minutes from the township of Kokopo, the Resort has an absolute beachfront with stunning views of Tavurvur volcano overlooking the crystal clear waters and islands of Rabaul, East New Britain. Truly "The Land of the Unexpected", a wide variety of attractions are best enjoyed at Rapopo Plantation Resort.
Visit the ash buried town of Rabaul once considered "the Pearl of the South Pacific" and encounter the 500 km Japanese war tunnels and relics left from World War II. Climb a volcano, discover the undeveloped islands, dive in turquoise waters with excellent clarity, snorkel or swim on our beach approximately 20 metres from your room, experience our Spa menu or simply relax in our amazing pool. Enjoy fresh lobsters and fish caught in our unpolluted waters by our local fishermen using traditional handline methods ensuring sustainability. Western, Asian, Thai and international cuisine are amongst our specialties.
Special dietary requirements are also catered for. We serve organic fruit and vegetables sourced daily by our chefs from the local markets. Rapopo Plantation Resort also offers conference facilities. Our beachfront lawn is perfect for outdoor gatherings such as weddings, gala dinners and events. Our innovative and creative events team shall ensure a memorable experience for your occasion. TOKUA ROAD, ULAPIA, TAKUBAR, KOKOPO ENBP PAPUA NEW GUINEA, PO BOX 489 TEL : (+675) 9829944 / 9829489 / 9829959 MOBILE : (+675) 72172150 / 73370022 EMAIL : reservations@rapopo.com
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