Coral Adventurer, Beyond Frontiers of Papua New Guinea ex Cairns to Port Moresby
Cruise Line Coral Expeditions
Ship Coral Adventurer
Destination South Pacific & New Zealand
Nights 10
Departure Date 28 Oct 2026
Description 10 Night Cruise sailing from Rabaul to Port Moresby aboard Coral Adventurer.

Day 1: Depart Rabaul
Take our included charter flight from Cairns to Rabaul before boarding the Coral Adventurer at 4:00pm in this bustling Papua New Guinea port town. Join our expedition staff as they introduce you to the journey and the many experiences you will enjoy. This evening, join the Captain’s welcome drinks and meet your crew and fellow guests as the sun sets.

Nissan Island (Green Island)
Discover significant WWII history, alongside innovative climate resilience programs. Meet facilitators of community development projects, including solar power and water supply initiatives, addressing climate change impacts.

Tol, New Britain Island
Visit the memorial commemorating 160 Australian soldiers of the 2/22nd Battalion executed here in 1942. On return, enjoy a seafood lunch prepared by village women and explore Japanese caves or visit the local high school.

Jacquinot Bay
Explore this tranquil bay with white sandy beaches and tropical palms. Visit the spectacular waterfall flowing from mountainside to beach, engage with villagers at the local carving market and cruise the Kalamalage River to a WWII flagpole.

Gasmata (Linden Harbour)
Honour fallen Australian soldiers at the newly erected 2025 memorial. Discover Dr. Andrew Forrest’s connection to this location and experience cultural performances before exploring Japanese WWII wrecks and limestone karst formations—diving option available at Linden Reef, including Japanese plane wreck diving and Elsie’s Reef for snorkelling.

Lusancay Reef
Enjoy pristine waters at this uninhabited reef perfect for swimming, diving and snorkelling. The crystal-clear waters showcase fantastic coral and marine biodiversity, making it an ideal location for beach refreshments in paradise.

Nasikwabu (Alcester) Island
Immerse yourself in the ancient Kula Ring traditions and the rich culture of Milne Bay. Experience traditional welcome ceremonies and cultural performances before enjoying water activities in these remote Kiriwina Islands.

Itamarina Island
Visit the turtle sanctuary where conservation efforts protect nesting green and hawksbill turtles. Engage with local sea rangers working to support Papua New Guinea’s blue economy through marine protection initiatives. Snorkelling and diving opportunities available.

Gunu Bara Bara Island
Search for manta rays at their cleaning station on this island, home to just 20 members of the Mailulu family. Discover blue economy opportunities while savouring local delicacies, such as sago fish patties.

Bona Bona Island & Delima Island
Experience village life and spot a diverse array of birdlife, including pied imperial pigeons and eclectus parrots. Learn about palm oil plantation impacts before moving to Delima Island for exceptional reef diving and snorkelling.

Day 11: Arrive Port Moresby
Disembark at 8:30am in Papua New Guinea’s capital. Bid farewell to new-found friends, the Captain and crew.

Note: This itinerary is an indication of the destinations we visit and activities on offer. Throughout the expedition we may make changes to the itinerary as necessary to maximise your expeditionary experience. Allowances may be made for seasonal variations, weather, tidal conditions, and any other event that may affect the operation of the vessel. Coral Expeditions suggests that you do not arrive on the day of embarkation or depart on the day of disembarkation due to any changes that may occur in scheduling.
Sailing Dates
  • 28 Oct 2026
  • 04 Oct 2027
Itinerary

Cruise Itinerary

DayDateActivityArriveDepart
1 28/10 Cairns, Qld, Australia Fly to Rabaul
1 28/10 Rabaul, Papua New Guinea Embark
2 29/10 Nissan Island, Papua New Guinea
3 30/10 Tol, New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea
4 31/10 Jacquinot Bay, PNG
5 01/11 Gasmata (Linden Harbour), Papua New Guinea
6 02/11 Lusancay Islands, PNG
7 03/11 Alcester Is. Papua New Guinea
8 04/11 Itamarina Island, Papua New Guinea
9 05/11 Gonu Bara Bara Island, Papua New Guinea
10 06/11 Bona Bona Island, Papua New Guinea & Delima Island
11 07/11 Port Moresby PNG Disembark
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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