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Rabaul
With its lagoon, tiny islands, and north coast drive through amazing length of coconut plantations, Madang Province is a perfect example of relaxed Pacific outlook.
Country - Papua New Guinea Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from Port to Airport - 65kms Currency - Papua New Guinea Kina (PGK)
Places of Interest Beehive Islands, Tavui Point, New Britain Volcanoes, Kokopo
Tami Island
Tami Island Latitude: 6°45'S Longitude: 147°53'E
The beautiful Tami Islands are a quiet, simple, island idyll. Tami comprises four atolls, including one that's barely more than a white sandy beach. There are two main villages on the two large islands that face each other across the cove which is filled with reef and deepens to a volcanic pit at its centre. Explore the village for intricate carvings and souvenirs or inspect native produce gardens. You won't want to leave after swimming and snorkelling above the myriad corals that form the extensive reef.
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Tufi Harbour
Tufi Harbour Latitude: 9°4'S Longitude: 149°17'E
The magnificent coast around the north of the mainland is a well-kept secret. Over 30 fjords are carved into the shoreline. You'll be surrounded by dense rainforest above sheer basalt walls and sandy white beaches. Walk to the spectacularly scenic Suicide Point and along the way is a chance to see the huge Blyth's hornbill and the world's largest butterfly - the Queen Alexandra's Birdwing with a wingspan of up to 30cm.
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Trobriand Islands
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In the early 1900's tiny Samarai Island was the thriving colonial capital of the territory of Papua and the town's streetscape carries reminders of those bygone, halcyon days. Back then it was described as one of the most beautiful places in the South Pacific.
Kwato Islands Just 3 kilometres west of Samarai is Kwato Island where European traders broke their journey en route to the South Pacific in search of gold and to trade in mother of pearl, sandalwood and sea cucumbers (beche de mer). In 1891 the Reverend Charles Abel founded a church and mission here and he is best remembered for his theory that the game of cricket would have a civilising influence over the tribes. The sweeping view from the impressive stone church at the top of the hill is well worth the climb.
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Alotau
Country - Papua New Guinea Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from Port to Airport - 0kms Currency - New Guinean Kina (PGK)
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Milne Bay
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Cairns
The picturesque town of Yorkey's, dominated by its dramatic headland, is your gateway to Cairns, one of Australia's hottest vacation destinations, which basks in tropical sunshine with balmy breezes that waft in from Trinity Bay.
The city's graceful, tree-lined esplanade was once the gateway to the gold fields of North Queensland. Cairns boasts three of Australia's great natural wonders: the Great Barrier Reef and 16 miles of superb beaches that stretch to the north of the city to the famed Marlin Coast. Inland lies the immense Daintree National Park. Discover the rainbow of sea life, marvel at the rain forest or relax along the long stretch of sunny coastline.
Country - Australia Distance from port to City - 17kms Distance from port to Airport - 10kms Currency - Australian Dollars (AUD)
Places of Interest Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, Kuranda
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Orion Expedition Cruises
Founded in early 2004, Australian owned and operated, Orion Expedition Cruises has developed voyages to encourage guests to become a part of the region they are discovering.
Orion is a purpose built vessel designed to access the inaccessible, all in 5-star luxury. The ship combines the best and the latest in design with maritime and environmental technology, comfort and casual elegance. From the ice-strengthened hull to the chilled champagne and superb cuisine, this is expedition cruising at its finest.
Described as the latest in the quest to build the perfect expedition vessel * , all Orion’s staterooms feature ocean views and offer internet access, flat-screen TV, DVD/CD, a choice of twin and queen sized beds, a sitting area and marble bathrooms. Other on board amenities include a health spa with gymnasium, sauna, sun deck Jacuzzi and a stern marina platform.
Orion offers a range of included and optional Shoreside Expeditions designed to enhance the destination exploration for our guests. From Mallard sea plane flights and outback 4WD tours, to snorkeling over pristine coral formations, there are many unique opportunities for guests to visit areas of Australia that even most Australians don’t get to see. As part of our commitment to offering guests an enriching experience, on board speakers have been selected for their knowledge and expertise on the regions they visit. Guests are invited to attend presentations in the 90 seat Lecture Theatre.
Our innovative expeditions are year-round and vary with the seasons: - Winter (May to September) in the Kimberley, Top End, East Timor, Arnhem Land and Komodo - Spring (October, November) and Autumn (March, April) in remote and unspoilt parts of the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef, Torres Strait Islands and Papua New Guinea - Summer (December, January and February) in the Tasman Sea, Tasmania and Antarctica.
We would be delighted to have you join us on a voyage to some of the most wonderful but rarely seen places on earth.
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Orion
Orion is a purpose built vessel designed to access the inaccessible, all in 5-star luxury. The ship combines the best and the latest in design with maritime and environmental technology, comfort and casual elegance. From the ice-strengthened hull to the chilled champagne and superb cuisine, this is expedition cruising at its finest.
