PNG EXPLORER – NEW VESSEL IN REMOTE PNG

Andrew and Jude from PNG Surfaris have just purchased a vessel for there remote North PNG surf charters. The PNG Explorer will be able to accommodate up to 12 passengers and now non surfers are welcome.

Check out the itineraries for these awesome adventures now doing 2 x Manus Island trips.

Sample itinerary for 10 night charter on board PNG Explorer for islands of New Ireland.

(Note: Itineraries for these trips are not rigid, we are flexible according to wind and swell conditions, also group preference and guide recommendations.)

Day 1

The evening flight into Kavieng Airport lands just before sunset, when you will be met by your hosts Andrew and Jude. From the airport it is just a short 10 minute drive through Kavieng town to the harbour to board the PNG Explorer.

 With bags unloaded, and cabins assigned we will convene for some refreshments (a nice cold SP!) and a welcome and safety talk by your skipper Andrew. Followed by your first delicious dinner of fresh fish or lobster. Then it’s just time to relax into to your first night aboard. We will start steaming for our first surf break in the early hours of the morning.

Day 2

Depending on the swell and weather conditions your skipper/surf guide will take you to where the surf is at its best. This may be at our first surf break on sunrise otherwise we will have a further short steam for our next option. During any daylight steaming this is an ideal opportunity to troll a lure. The fishing is fantastic and with our huge selection of lures and two game rods you are likely to hook up several times. Or jump into the dory and speed off to check breaks as the “PNG Explorer” steams on to her next safe anchorage.

Back on board for lunch then a chance to rest or check out the nearby reef and its treasures with a mask and snorkel. Alternatively, jump back into the speedboat to check out the local breaks. A sunset fish with a beer is hopefully a fruitful affair, topped off with some cultural singing and dancing with a traditionally prepared local meal on the island.

Days 3-8

Each day will vary according to the current conditions and forecast (every day we get an up-to-date swell and weather report). Your skipper will take you to islands with the best surf whilst allowing ample opportunity for fishing for that night’s dinner!

 On anchor, take time to explore the islands, to make friends and appreciate the unique environment & culture of PNG. Witness a traditional ceremony performed to summon the big seas … and hopefully more surf for us!

Days 9-10

Enjoy the final day at whatever island we may be located at. In the evening we will commence our journey back to Kavieng. Alternatively, it may be only a short steam back to town so we will pull up anchor and start steaming early on Day 10. Either way, we will allow plenty of time in Kavieng to check in for your flight back to Port Moresby.

Sample itinerary for 10 night charter on board PNG Explorer for islands of New Ireland and Manus

This itinerary is as is for Trip 8 and for Trip 9 in reverse i.e. fly into Manus and fly out of Kavieng

(Note: Itineraries for these trips are not rigid, we are flexible according to wind and swell conditions, also group preference and guide recommendations.)

Day 1

The evening flight into Kavieng Airport lands just before sunset, when you will be met by your hosts Andrew and Jude. From the airport it’s just a short 10 minute drive through Kavieng town to the harbour to board the PNG Explorer.

 With bags unloaded, and cabins assigned we will convene for some refreshments (a nice cold SP!) and a welcome and safety talk by your skipper Andrew. Followed, by your first delicious dinner of fresh fish or lobster. Then it’s just time to relax into to your first night aboard. We will start steaming for our first surf break in the early hours of the morning.

Day 2

Depending on the swell and weather conditions your skipper/surf guide will take you to where the surf is at its best. This may be at our first surf break on sunrise otherwise we will have a further short steam for our next option. During any daylight steaming this is an ideal opportunity to troll a lure. The fishing is fantastic and with our huge selection of lures and two game rods you are likely to hook up several times. Or jump into the dory and speed off to check breaks as the “PNG Explorer” steams on to her next safe anchorage.

Back on board for lunch then a chance to rest or check out the nearby reef and its treasures with a mask and snorkel. Alternatively, jump back into the speedboat to check out the local breaks. A sunset fish with a beer is hopefully a fruitful affair, topped off with some cultural singing and dancing with a traditionally prepared local meal on the island.

Days 3-5

Depending on the swell and weather conditions, we will make our way towards West Harbour in New Hanover. Your skipper will ensure you are in the water where conditions are at their best, not forgetting having ample opportunity for fishing for that night’s dinner!

On anchor, take time to explore the islands, to make friends and appreciate the unique environment & culture of New Hanover.  

Days 6-9

We will depart in the very early morning from New Hanover for an overnight steam to Rambutyo Island, Admirality Islands. Spending these days exploring this area for new surf breaks.

Day 10

Departing early in the morning for Hayne Harbour on Manus Island in plenty of time to check in for your midday flight for Port Moresby.

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