Papua New Guinea, Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How do I book?
A. A. You can contact us for information on availability of charters at: enquiries@pngsurfaris.com For information on package prices & for bookings contact either of our agents:
O. Do I need a Visa for PNG?
A. Yes. This will be included in the package fee and organized by the booking agents when you book a charter. So don’t worry! For your information: 60-day tourist visa is available on arrival in Port Moresby at a fee of 100Kina. To obtain one before your arrival costs 75Kina, for which you need to show all travel documents, sufficient funds for your stay and evidence of a confirmed outbound flight before the expiration of your visa. Check out the PNG tourism website to read more.
Q. Do i need travel insurance?
A. All guests must have full comprehensive travel & medical insurance, which should include MedEvac & compensation for lost charter days due to unforeseen circumstances or emergencies.
Q. How many boards should i bring?
A. Most people bring 2-3 boards, bearing in mind excess baggage costs may incur the more you bring! Also remember to bring spare leg-ropes & tropical surf wax.
Q. What should i pack?
A. Boardies & t-shirts, light long sleeved top & trousers. A rash vest & hat, zinc & sun cream, reef booties, spare wax, leg ropes, fins keys, mosquito repellent. Feel free to bring your own I pod for music or movie DVDs.
Q. What will the food be like?
A. The charter menu is a fine combination of European, PNG & Asian influences, with fresh fish featuring regularly. Check the section on The Charter Menu for a good breakdown of what we offer. If you have any particular likes & dislikes & especially allergies just let us know well in advance of your arrival so we can try and cater for you. We know every meal is important so you have plenty of energy for your next surf – so prepare to be well fed.
Q. Is there a code of conduct whilst on the boat?
A. Not really a code but we have a few tips that will make the charter run more smoothly for you and us, as well as help you adjust to life on the Exo:
- No shoes needed on board – we’ll stash them safely for you
- Feel free to grab drinks if you're thirsty
- Ask the crew for anything you need
- If you're hungry tell someone
- Smoking policy – outside aft deck only please
- No wet clothes inside the cabin
- Point out problems or potential problems to the crew
- No drugs allowed
- Keep your belongings in designated areas
- Always use proper surf etiquette
- Conserve water as much as possible
- Ask your surf guide as many questions as you'd like
- Always look out for other people
- Put rubbish where it belongs
Q. Where will I be sleeping?
A. We have two defined air-conditioned guest accommodation areas, one for four persons & one for three persons. All linen & towels are provided.
Q. What Alcohol will be available on board?
A. South Pacific Lager - included in the package price (four per day per person – basically ten cartons for the charter).
Q. Will I be able to recharge my video camera?
A. Yes, we have 415/240volt power with Australian 3-pin sockets. The same as your home in Oz.
Q. Will I be contactable on the boat?
A. Yes we have a Satellite Phone for incoming and outgoing calls. SAT phone number if calling from Australia is 0011 881 641 496 891.
We’re sure there are a plenty of Q’s we haven’t covered, so please feel free to contact us at enquiries@pngsurfaris.com or pngsurfaris@global.net.pg. We will get back to you as soon as we can