BIRDING HOLIDAYS
Papua New Guinea has a wonderful diversity of bird life, with over 646 recorded species, 86 species of which are endemic to PNG. 25 endemic species occur on the mainland and it is possible to see up to 14 species of Kingfisher and 23 Bird of paradise varieties alone, including the 3 most spectacular endemics, being the Ribbon-tailed Astrapia and the Raggiana and Blue Birds-of-paradise.

Kiunga is access point to the third largest expanse of lowland tropical forest on earth and supports the Southern Crowned Pigeon, Little Paradise-Kingfisher, Flame Bowerbird, Whitebellied Pitohui and Greater Bird-of-paradise.

The Tari Valley has recorded over 15 Birds-of-paradise and is a highlight of any birding trip to PNG. Varirata National Park and the Port Moresby area also provide rich birding areas, well worth visiting.

The Islands Region also supports many species. New Ireland has Bismarck Boobok, Paradise Drongo and the chance of a yet to be described species of Microeca Flycatcher. In New Britain search for Island Monarch, Nicobar Pigeon and Bronzewing New Britain Grey-headed Goshawk. Manus Island has Superb Pitta, Meek’s Pigmy-Parrot, Admiralty Pied Monarch, with Manus Rufous Fantail and Mackinlay’s Cuckoo-Dove possibilities on remote Tong Island.

Shown are two sample itineraries, including airfares, transfers, tours, accommodation, meals and services of a local guide in each area. Many of our birding tours are designed to individual client or special interest group requirements and we ask that you contact us for details on personalized itineraries and full species lists.