Tribes and adventure in Papua New Guinea

07 – 17 September 2026

Exclusive date for our group, 15 people maximum. We will venture beyond the ordinary, where every experience will be a new discovery, a one-of-a-kind journey dedicated to the exploration of the indigenous kingdoms of the Papua New Guinea highlands.

We will learn about a land where vibrant traditions and wild landscapes converge, where every corner hides stories of past eras, and every glance captures a piece of uncontaminated authenticity. In our expedition we will meet 13 different ethnic groups, among them the enigmatic Asaro Mudmen and the disturbing Skeleton, we will participate in the widows' ceremonies and we will witness the Burning Heads of Gimisave. Our itinerary is a true cultural and ethnographic immersion among the indigenous people. We will meet the tribes in a personal way, when the now too touristy festivals have given way to a more direct and intimate exclusive experience in which all the activities will be organized specifically for our group and we will consequently have excellent photographic opportunities.

Asaro Mudmen, Skeleton, Burning Heads, Insect Hunters

Program

07 September
Flight Port Moresby – Goroka.
Transfer to Asaro where we will arrive around noon and check in Asaro Eco Lodge. Walk around the small village and visit an old traditional house for seeing the widow ceremony. After this head back to the Asaro Eco Lodge for your free evening. Dinner and overnight.
Overnight at Asaro Mudmen Eco Lodge.

08 September
Morning walk to Mount Gurupoka (not difficult walk about 25 minutes) and enjoy the ceremony and ghost walk of the Asaro Mudmen, in company of the Asaro Mudmen you will visit the old sacrifice cave and the cross on top of the holy mountain of Gurupoka.
Back to basecamp for lunch and in the afternoon, you will see the traditional making of the Asaro Masks. After this the Moko Moko Tribal dances of Victory will be performed for you, a very spectacular show that Mudmen used to dance after victory of their tribal fights.
Overnight at Asaro Mudmen Eco Lodge.

09 September
After breakfast you will have a small walk down in the valley to see the Asaro River together with some of the local villagers. On the way a show of cannibalism is performed.
Around noon we will head to the village of Gimisave by local bus and visit the community of coffee growers where we also see the performance of three cultural groups: The Gimisave Arunumuna Tribe Women Group, the Yangpela Asaro Mudboys, and in the blue hour of the evening a performance of the Burning heads of Gimisave.
You will also see a performance of traditional Bamboo Cooking and taste some local foods.
Overnight at Asaro Mudmen Eco Lodge.

10 September
Morning transfer to Mindima. Lunch and relax.
At 3 PM first performance of the Dust Shakers Tribe at the side of the river, small walk to the bottom of the valley. Dust Shakers are widowers after a few years they are ready to date again and wanna show their strength and body to the ladies in the village. Try to get a photo when the dust flies around their whole body.
Overnight at Skeleton Eco Lodge.

11 September
After breakfast walk to the cave and full morning Skeleton Tribe performance in the mystical cave where the legend of the Skeleton Tribe started.
Pick nick lunch near the Cave, back to the Skeleton Eco Resort and see the Insect Hunters and their Tradition in the afternoon.
Overnight at Skeleton Eco Lodge.

12 September
Embark on a day trip from Gumbo to the Gamgane clan, immersing yourself in the Narku tribe’s rich culture and traditions. You will see the sorcerers tree hut and see how he is singing and predicting legends and fortune telling. We also see many other people dressed in Narku Traditional Bilas.
In the afternoon, journey to Veecap Mountain, marvel at its scenic beauty, we will see the tribe do a reenactment of the old warrior tribes fighting skills, also how the first tribes came from the mountain to settle as farmers and the final battle where they burn a live small house.
Conclude the day with a captivating sunset over the landscape and walk back to the Lodge.
Overnight at Skeleton Eco Lodge.

13 September
Embark on a day trip to the Wii Towai waterfall, by 4 wheel drive. A hidden gem in the ancestral lands of the Nauro tribe in Papua New Guinea. As the dawn breaks, the Wii Towai Singsing Group, known as the “Voice of the Bird of Paradise,” serenades you with traditional melodies, setting the stage for an immersive exploration into the rich cultural tapestry of the Nauro tribe.
Traverse the lush landscapes, discover the secrets of the Chimbu-style village, and partake in the morning ritual—a soul-refreshing shower beneath the cascading waters, all while being embraced by the narratives and traditions of the Giure clan, custodians of this captivating realm.
Overnight at Skeleton Eco Lodge.

14 September
Morning Transfer to Jiwaka.
Afternoon you will see the full dressing of the Jiwaka Tribes in full bilas with amazing feathers and headdresses. We see man, ladies and Bamboo flute players from the Sekaka Tribe and visit an old traditional men’s house. After this we see the performance of the Forest Skull Kids of Koskala.
Evening dinner and sing traditional songs in front of the fireplace in an old tribal house.
Overnight at Koskala.

15 September
Transfer to Mount Hagen and a short drive to see the Huli Wigmen in the afternoon, we learn about their culture and see the famous jumping Huli Wigmen dance, you are always welcome to join the dancing and drumming.
Overnight at Mount Hagen.

16 September

Flight Mount Hagen – Port Moresby.
Overnight at Port Moresby.

17 September

Flight home.

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Included in the price:

All indicated excursions.
All overnight stays in double room.
English speaking guide.
Meals from 7 to 15 September.

Not Included:

Flights.
Not mentioned meals..
Any unexpected additional costs due to delays and/or forced stops due to flight connections, including flight changes, hotels and additional meals.

Price:

Euro 6700,00
(Supplemento singola Euro 900)
*Cambio 1 USD = 0,90 Euro