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Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea is a country in Oceania comprising the eastern part of the island of New Guinea. Papua New Guinea is bordered only by the Papua region of Indonesia. The capital of Papua New Guinea, Port Moresby. A number of major cities in Papua New Guinea are: Lae, Arawa, Mount Hagen and Madang. Papua New Guinea also has several islands that New Ireland, New Britain and Bougainville are the most famous.
Travel and holidays to Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea is known for its diversity. There are a thousand different groups for which each has its own traditions and costume. The people are friendly and hospitable. The country is covered largely with dense rainforests and mountains that reach up to 4,500 meters. There is in the country a large variety of plants and animals. There are about 250 species of small mammals and as many as 12,000 different plant species. There are approximately 6,000 different species of butterflies. The country also has a coastline with sandy beaches where you can enjoy various water sports. In addition, you can dive into beautiful coral reefs and several wrecks.
Official name: Independent State of Papua New Guinea
Continent: Oceania
Surface: 462 840 km²
Capital: Port Moresby
Population: 6,310,129 inhabitants (2012)
Government: Parliamentary monarchy
Highest point: 4509 m (Mount Wilhelm)
Distance (Amsterdam - Port Moresby): 14 164 km
Flight Duration: about 17 hours
Travel advice
Availability: advises against all travel to certain areas in Papua New Guinea.
More information on this advice can be found at national government.
Best time
May, June, October and November are the best months to travel to Papua New Guinea. This avoids the rainy seasons.
Travel offer
On our trip selection page provides a list of reliable companies that offer complete travel and holidays to Papua New Guinea. It also contains an overview of separate travel components (car rental, hotels and airline tickets) that you can put together your ideal trip.
Weather and Climate
Papua New Guinea has a tropical climate. On the coast, temperatures around 25 to 35 degrees inland and around 20 to 30 degrees. There is little difference between the different seasons.
The current weather (forecast) and a forecast for Papua New Guinea is available on our comprehensive weather page.
Detailed information about the climate of Papua New Guinea, please visit Climate Info.
Language
English is the official language in Papua New Guinea. In addition, there is talk about 800 local languages (among others Hiri Motu and Tok Pisin).
Want free translate to or from English? Use the Google translator.
Travel documents
You must have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months visa.
A visa is required. You can apply online or in person at the Embassy of Papua New Guinea in Brussels.
Embassies and consulates
Below is a list of relevant diplomatic representations with, inter alia, address and contact information.
Dutch Embassy in Australia (also Papua New Guinea):
australie.nlambassade.org.
Dutch Consulate in Papaoea New Guinea: australie.nlambassade.org.
Embassy of Papaoea New Guinea in Belgium (also Netherlands): rijksoverheid.nl.
Immunization (vaccination)
Vaccination against yellow fever is Papua New Guinea required if you are in the seven days before Papua New Guinea visits visited a yellow fever country.
In addition, it is advisable to one or to pick up multiple vaccinations.
For extensive vaccination advice and making a vaccination appointment with your area, please contact Meditel travel vaccinations. You can also see if your health insurance will cover the vaccination (s).
Malaria
In Papua New Guinea is malaria.
For prevention and control of malaria, please visit our main malaria page.
Money
is paid in Papua New Guinea with Papua New Guinea Kina (PGK).
The current status of this currency (currency, currency) can be found on our exchange rate page.
An overview of all ATMs in Papua New Guinea can be found on our ATMs page.
Time Difference
During our summer time it is in Papua New Guinea 8 hours later.
During our winter time it is in Papua New Guinea 9 hours later.
Local time, date, and time zone of Papua New Guinea, please visit our difference page.
Traffic and route
In Papua New Guinea, you have to drive on the left side of the road.
With the Google route planner allows you to, from or within Papua New Guinea provide directions.
Booking.com
Electricity
In Papua New Guinea, you will need an adapter.
More information about current plugs and sockets in Papua New Guinea can be found on our electricity page.
Emergency services
Should you in case of emergency need the help of police, fire and / or ambulance, you can use emergency numbers below.
- Police: Local Numbers
- Fire: Local Numbers
- Ambulance: Local Numbers
Tap water
It is not recommended to drink water from the tap.
If you are not able to buy bottled water, boil than water for 5 minutes. After cooling the water to have, you can use the safe for drinking and things like brushing teeth, lens cleaning and washing of vegetables and / or fruit.
News and newspapers
The latest news related to Papua New Guinea can be found on Google news.
A summary of the newspapers from Papua New Guinea can be found at Abyznewslinks.
Internet
Websites from Papua New Guinea to end .pg.
Official website of Papua New Guinea: pngtourism.org.pg.
Telephone
The country code (country code) to call someone in Papua New Guinea is 00675 or +675.
Want from Papua New Guinea to the Netherlands call use 0531.
(If you use a country code, you must omit the first 0 of the number to dial.)
Phone numbers can be found in the Telephone Directory of Papua New Guinea.
Company information can be found in the Yellow Pages of Papua New Guinea.
Photos and videos
On Flickr, you will find a nice collection of photos of Papua New Guinea.
On Youtube you will find a nice collection of videos of Papua New Guinea.
Holidays
An overview of all holidays in Papua New Guinea available at Beleven.org.
Travel guides and maps
Are you looking for a guide, map, hiking, cycling map, book or DVD about Papua New Guinea? When travel bookstore Hobo you will find an extensive collection.
Reviews and travel experiences
Weather report and TripAdvisor reviews you can find ratings of accommodations (eg. Hotels and rentals), restaurants and destinations in Papua New Guinea, supplemented with photos, videos and sites.
Travelogues
Are you looking for a travel (travelogue) on Papua New Guinea?
On Waarbenjij.nu you will find travel reviews and experiences of travelers who have previously visited Papua New Guinea.
Protected areas and World Heritage
An overview of the protected areas (among others national parks, reserves and wildlife parks) in Papua New Guinea can be found on Protected Planet.
An overview of the World Heritage in Papua New Guinea can be found on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Relevant legislation
Below are the relevant laws and regulations, you probably will have to know during your visit to Papua New Guinea.
- Alcohol: Buying and / or drinks from 18 years.
- Alcohol and traffic: No maximum BAC.
- Tobacco: Buy over 18 years, smoking at all ages.
- No smoking In public places.
- Homosexuality: Not allowed. Imprisonment for more than 10 years.
Did you know ...
... In Papaoea New Guinea 823 refers to the 6800 global languages?
... About a thousand different ethnic groups in Papua New Guinea?
... Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom also Queen of Papua New Guinea?
... Headhunting and cannibalism have occurred until 1950 in Papua New Guinea?
Papua New Guinea is known for its diversity. There are a thousand different groups for which each has its own traditions and costume. The people are friendly and hospitable. The country is covered largely with dense rainforests and mountains that reach up to 4,500 meters. There is in the country a large variety of plants and animals. There are about 250 species of small mammals and as many as 12,000 different plant species. There are approximately 6,000 different species of butterflies. The country also has a coastline with sandy beaches where you can enjoy various water sports. In addition, you can dive into beautiful coral reefs and several wrecks.
Official name: Independent State of Papua New Guinea
Continent: Oceania
Surface: 462 840 km²
Capital: Port Moresby
Population: 6,310,129 inhabitants (2012)
Government: Parliamentary monarchy
Highest point: 4509 m (Mount Wilhelm)
Distance (Amsterdam - Port Moresby): 14 164 km
Flight Duration: about 17 hours
Travel advice
Availability: advises against all travel to certain areas in Papua New Guinea.
More information on this advice can be found at national government.
Best time
May, June, October and November are the best months to travel to Papua New Guinea. This avoids the rainy seasons.
Travel offer
On our trip selection page provides a list of reliable companies that offer complete travel and holidays to Papua New Guinea. It also contains an overview of separate travel components (car rental, hotels and airline tickets) that you can put together your ideal trip.
Weather and Climate
Papua New Guinea has a tropical climate. On the coast, temperatures around 25 to 35 degrees inland and around 20 to 30 degrees. There is little difference between the different seasons.
The current weather (forecast) and a forecast for Papua New Guinea is available on our comprehensive weather page.
Detailed information about the climate of Papua New Guinea, please visit Climate Info.
Language
English is the official language in Papua New Guinea. In addition, there is talk about 800 local languages (among others Hiri Motu and Tok Pisin).
Want free translate to or from English? Use the Google translator.
Travel documents
You must have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months visa.
A visa is required. You can apply online or in person at the Embassy of Papua New Guinea in Brussels.
Embassies and consulates
Below is a list of relevant diplomatic representations with, inter alia, address and contact information.
Dutch Embassy in Australia (also Papua New Guinea):
australie.nlambassade.org.
Dutch Consulate in Papaoea New Guinea: australie.nlambassade.org.
Embassy of Papaoea New Guinea in Belgium (also Netherlands): rijksoverheid.nl.
Immunization (vaccination)
Vaccination against yellow fever is Papua New Guinea required if you are in the seven days before Papua New Guinea visits visited a yellow fever country.
In addition, it is advisable to one or to pick up multiple vaccinations.
For extensive vaccination advice and making a vaccination appointment with your area, please contact Meditel travel vaccinations. You can also see if your health insurance will cover the vaccination (s).
Malaria
In Papua New Guinea is malaria.
For prevention and control of malaria, please visit our main malaria page.
Money
is paid in Papua New Guinea with Papua New Guinea Kina (PGK).
The current status of this currency (currency, currency) can be found on our exchange rate page.
An overview of all ATMs in Papua New Guinea can be found on our ATMs page.
Time Difference
During our summer time it is in Papua New Guinea 8 hours later.
During our winter time it is in Papua New Guinea 9 hours later.
Local time, date, and time zone of Papua New Guinea, please visit our difference page.
Traffic and route
In Papua New Guinea, you have to drive on the left side of the road.
With the Google route planner allows you to, from or within Papua New Guinea provide directions.
Booking.com
Electricity
In Papua New Guinea, you will need an adapter.
More information about current plugs and sockets in Papua New Guinea can be found on our electricity page.
Emergency services
Should you in case of emergency need the help of police, fire and / or ambulance, you can use emergency numbers below.
- Police: Local Numbers
- Fire: Local Numbers
- Ambulance: Local Numbers
Tap water
It is not recommended to drink water from the tap.
If you are not able to buy bottled water, boil than water for 5 minutes. After cooling the water to have, you can use the safe for drinking and things like brushing teeth, lens cleaning and washing of vegetables and / or fruit.
News and newspapers
The latest news related to Papua New Guinea can be found on Google news.
A summary of the newspapers from Papua New Guinea can be found at Abyznewslinks.
Internet
Websites from Papua New Guinea to end .pg.
Official website of Papua New Guinea: pngtourism.org.pg.
Telephone
The country code (country code) to call someone in Papua New Guinea is 00675 or +675.
Want from Papua New Guinea to the Netherlands call use 0531.
(If you use a country code, you must omit the first 0 of the number to dial.)
Phone numbers can be found in the Telephone Directory of Papua New Guinea.
Company information can be found in the Yellow Pages of Papua New Guinea.
Photos and videos
On Flickr, you will find a nice collection of photos of Papua New Guinea.
On Youtube you will find a nice collection of videos of Papua New Guinea.
An overview of all holidays in Papua New Guinea available at Beleven.org.
Travel guides and maps
Are you looking for a guide, map, hiking, cycling map, book or DVD about Papua New Guinea? When travel bookstore Hobo you will find an extensive collection.
Reviews and travel experiences
Weather report and TripAdvisor reviews you can find ratings of accommodations (eg. Hotels and rentals), restaurants and destinations in Papua New Guinea, supplemented with photos, videos and sites.
Travelogues
Are you looking for a travel (travelogue) on Papua New Guinea?
On Waarbenjij.nu you will find travel reviews and experiences of travelers who have previously visited Papua New Guinea.
Protected areas and World Heritage
An overview of the protected areas (among others national parks, reserves and wildlife parks) in Papua New Guinea can be found on Protected Planet.
An overview of the World Heritage in Papua New Guinea can be found on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Relevant legislation
Below are the relevant laws and regulations, you probably will have to know during your visit to Papua New Guinea.
- Alcohol: Buying and / or drinks from 18 years.
- Alcohol and traffic: No maximum BAC.
- Tobacco: Buy over 18 years, smoking at all ages.
- No smoking In public places.
- Homosexuality: Not allowed. Imprisonment for more than 10 years.
Did you know ...
... In Papaoea New Guinea 823 refers to the 6800 global languages?
... About a thousand different ethnic groups in Papua New Guinea?
... Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom also Queen of Papua New Guinea?
... Headhunting and cannibalism have occurred until 1950 in Papua New Guinea?
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