Excursion Madang south coast discovery tour at Madang

Papua New Guinea is a very-low-income country with very basic infrastructure, and vastly different to the western culture mentality. Local conditions may be challenging; therefore, we urge flexibility and understanding as we visit unique and somewhat remote destinations. Coaches, guides, hotels, restaurants, equipment, and services are the best-available in the area, but may not be up to the standards of those found on other excursions. We thank you for your understanding.

Discover the important landmarks of Madang and experience a slice of traditional village life during this half-day excursion to its south coast.

Cultural Museum

From the pier, depart for the Cultural Centre and Museum which was built in 1980 in the form of a spirit house found in Madang before the arrival of the white man. The museum contains an excellent display of rare artefacts, musical instruments including kundu drums and garamuts (split drums), photographs from the German occupation period, weapons and shields, masks and traditional bilas (body jewellery/decoration). One prize of the collection is a model of the large traditional two-mast sailing canoes that were once used by the Madang people to trade up and down the coast. The museum also houses some intricately carved garamuts used to communicate over long distances.

Bilbil Village & Clay Pot Making Demonstration

From the museum, a panoramic drive brings you to Bilbil village. Here, the villagers display their earthenware pottery, crafted in the same manner for hundreds of years. The clay pot is the main source of currency when trading with neighbouring tribes. See the villagers create their pots, followed by a cultural performance.

Afterwards, begin the return to the ship in Madang. A photo stop at the coast watcher monument is made en route to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Cultural Museum, Bilbil Village, Clay pot making demonstration, the Kalibobo WWII coast watcher monument

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking at times over uneven, grassy, unpaved, and natural surfaces and inclines/declines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach. The ride may be rough at times (even paved roads are bumpy), and guests will experience bumpy, jerking motions. This tour is not suitable for guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection from the ship. Guests are advised to bring bottled water from the ship. Photography is not permitted in the museum. Modest attire is required to participate on this tour; shorts over swimsuits for ladies. The coaches are the best available in this port and do not have air conditioning. The restroom facilities may be rustic (pit-style eco-toilets). Guides are local volunteers, some with strong accents, and, by nature, quite shy; however, they do enjoy answering questions about their region, so feel free to ask many questions to get the most out of your tour. The tour sequence and itinerary may vary.