| Papua New Guinea Facts |
Capital: Port Moresby
Population: 5,670,544
Size: 462,840 sq km, slightly larger than California
Electric Current:
Official Language: Melanesian Pidgin serves as the lingua franca, English spoken by 1%-2%, Motu spoken in Papua region
note: 715 indigenous languages - many unrelated
Currency: kina (PGK)
Tipping and Taxes:
Telephone: international: country code - 675 |
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If you are looking for an untamed land that showcases nature at its rawest, Papua New Guinea is the perfect destination for you. Untouched by civilization, the country features swamps, moss forests and unique flora and fauna.
One of the last inhabited places on earth to be explored, Papua New Guinea offers the unexpected. This wild and beautiful nation is both fascinating and difficult. Perfect for the seasoned adventurer, there are isolated beaches, primal rivers and dense tropical jungles.
Papua New Guinea offers an incredible look at indigenous culture. With over 700 separate languages, the tribes are as diverse as the unique flora and fauna. Many villages are isolated. You will see warriors with bows and arrows, and you may even hear of tribal skirmishes.
Some of the most interesting areas of Papua New Guinea are also the most dangerous, such as the Baiyer River area. Escorted tours offer you a chance to enjoy Papua New Guinea without having to worry about the instability of the country.
If you are looking for a truly unique look at nature and culture, Papua New Guinea is ideal.
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