Crocodile-cult carving, canoe culture and Sepik art at Ambunti.
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East Sepik, Papua New Guinea
A modern boutique hotel overlooking the water in Wewak town, East Sepik Province, with conference facilities and dining. A base for exploring the Sepik region's traditional art, village visits, birdwatching, fishing and WWII history sites.
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East Sepik, Papua New Guinea
A Trans Niugini Tours lodge on the Karawari River, a Sepik tributary reached only by its own airstrip or the river itself. Guided excursions run in 18-seat jet boats to stilted riverside villages, where guests visit traditional homes and watch ceremonial dances.
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East Sepik, Papua New Guinea
An off-grid, backpacker-style guest house on Yuo Island near Wewak in East Sepik Province, reached by 4WD and a short boat ride. Guests bring or prearrange sleeping gear and meals, with access to pristine swimming and surfing spots; no electricity, solar lights only.
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East Sepik, Papua New Guinea
Traditional longhouse-on-stilts lodge in Savanaunt village on the Sepik River — still under construction, currently 5 rooms with private bathrooms for up to 10 guests. Village life centers on crocodiles as both food source and cultural symbol.
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East Sepik, Papua New Guinea
A 9-room floating lodge styled on Sepik spirit houses, cruising the Karawari and Krosmeri Rivers and Blackwater Lakes on 3-4 night trips for 8-18 guests. Visits include Haus Tambaran ceremonies, art and birdwatching; access is by charter flight from Karawari airstrip.
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East Sepik, Papua New Guinea
Talio Lodge, 300 metres from Wewak Airport overlooking Boram Bay, offers rooms converted from 40-foot shipping containers — self-contained kitchenette rooms, a double suite and a single. On-site restaurant, bar, 24-hour security, backup power and water.
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