Overview
This cultural highlight comprises dozens of canoes, ...read more some with 40 plus warriors, adorned in traditional dress and paddling to the beat of island drums, leaving a powerful impression. Races are held amid much rivalry and celebrated with just as much revelry. The dance performances are even more spectacular with brilliantly attired groups from all around Milne Bay. A festival not to be missed!
Itinerary
Welcome to Papua New Guinea. Upon arrival in Gurney, Milne Bay, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Check in and enjoy lunch before setting off this afternoon to enjoy an Alotau Highlights tour. Take in and understand the beauty, history and culture of this lively town. Visit Top Town Lookout for panoramic views over the bay. Continuing on, experience some of the cultural demonstrations and watch a variety of arts and crafts demonstrations. Drive to the centre of town where you will then spend time exploring the local produce markets. Stroll around the colorful stalls and marvel at the bananas, taro and sweet potatoes, staples of the Melanesian diet, as well as watermelon, peanuts, cucumbers and mangoes. Return to your hotel. Stay: 4 nights Asurina Lodge or Alotau Waterfront Lodge or similar (L/D)
After an early breakfast, by 8.00am you will be transported into the local village by traditional canoes for the Kundu Festival in beautiful Alotau, Milne Bay Province. You will spend all day at the festival arena.
The highlight of the program is the War Kenu and Kundu Festival, a small and friendly cultural show, allowing you to interact with the performers. The Kenu and Kundu Festival is a celebration of culture and tradition of War Canoes and inherited Kundu drums. You will witness canoe racing, traditional food exchanges including the popular Yam exchange, traditional sing-sings and dancing performances. (B/L/D)
Set off this morning from Alotau to Keleton Island Retreat where you will spend the morning relaxing on the stunning beach and swimming in the pristine waters. Enjoy lunch on the island before returning to the mainland for the closing ceremony of the festival. (B/L/D)
Early after breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport to meet your onward flight (flight not included). (B)
Trip Inclusions
- View local arts and crafts as you experience cultural demonstrations
- Travel into a local village by traditional canoe for the Kenu and Kundu Festival a celebration of culture and tradition
- Witness canoe racing and traditional food exchanges, traditional sing-sings and dancing performances
- Enjoy stunning Keleton Island and swim in pristine waters
- Meet and greet service Milne Bay
- 4 nights accommodation
- 4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners
- English speaking local guide
- All activities as per itinerary
- Private transportation
- Entrance fees, sightseeing and permits
- International and domestic flights
- Visas
- Travel and medical insurance
- All services, meals other than those indicated above
- Personal porters
- Any changes to the proposed and confirmed program.
- All items of a personal nature e.g. drinks, laundry, telephone calls, tips etc
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Disruptions to itinerary may occur.
Prices & Dates
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