Surfing Papua New Guinea:
9-Day Trip on PNG Explorer

Chase the perfect wave on an uncrowded break, share the joy of surfing Papua New Guinea with a select few, and live in comfort onboard the PNG Explorer. 

Whether you’re travelling solo or with mates, you’ll experience remote reef breaks, crystal-clear water, and the raw beauty of the Pacific.

A Unique Experience: Surf in PNG

Enjoy the true beauty of surfing in Papua New Guinea and venture into an untouched paradise. Whether you’ve booked a private trip or a shared charter, you’ll be getting as much surf in PNG as you can handle.

Our experienced and professional crew will get you to isolated breaks in safety and comfort. Our surf guide will help you navigate the waves, and our professional photographer will capture the moment. 

Our PNG surf season runs from mid-October to mid-April each year. We cater to short and longboard riders, plus SUP, kneeboard, and bodyboarders. Whatever your passion, PNG surf has you covered!

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The Adventure Onboard the PNG Explorer

We are proudly affiliated with the Surfing Association of PNG (SAPNG) and follow their internationally recognised Surf Management Plan. This plan ensures PNG’s surfing resources are developed sustainably and the benefits of this industry flow to traditional resource custodians.

Get ready for a 9-day Papua New Guinea surfing experience like no other.

Join us from Trip #1 of the 2026/27 surf PNG season kicking off in October 2026.

FAQs – Surfing New Guinea

What does the itinerary look like?

What does the itinerary look like?

Day 1: Arrival (travel day)

  • Morning: Most guests land in Port Moresby from international flights late morning.
  • Mid-afternoon: Catch an Air Niugini flight from Port Moresby (POM) to Kavieng (KVG).
  • Late afternoon: Arrive in Kavieng. We’ll pick you up at the airport, take you to the wharf, and transfer you by tender to the PNG Explorer in Kavieng Harbour.
  • Evening: After settling in, there’s an orientation, safety briefing, and dinner. We’ll set sail around 8pm to the first Papua New Guinea surf location.

Day 2-7: Surfing and Exploration

  • Spend your days surfing, diving, fishing, and exploring the remote coastline — this is what surfing in Papua New Guinea is all about.

Day 8: Penultimate Day

  • Around lunchtime: Wrap up the day’s activities and head back to Kavieng.
  • Late afternoon: Arrive back in town and prep for departure.
  • Evening: Online check-in for your morning flight.

Day 9: Departure (travel day)

  • We start early, around 4 am. We’ll drop you at Kavieng Airport by 6am for your return to Port Moresby and the end of your Papua New Guinea surf adventure.

What’s included in this 9-Day Surf Adventure?

The first and last days of the charter are travel days, allocated to getting you to and from beautiful Kavieng, New Ireland Province. You’ll usually arrive late afternoon on day 1 and depart early on day 9 – giving you 8 nights onboard and 6.5 days surfing in Papua New Guinea aboard the mighty PNG Explorer. 

We’ll pick you up and drop you off at Kavieng Airport.

What kind of meals and beverages are provided onboard?

All meals and snacks are included, prepared by our professional chef using the freshest local produce. Tea and coffee facilities are also provided, plus fresh filtered drinking water.

Beverages such as beer, wine, soft drinks, and more are also available as optional extras.

What amenities and extras are available during the trip?

 Clean toilets, hot showers, plus an air-conditioned lounge and sleeping areas. We also provide housekeeping and laundry services, with clean towels and fresh linen. You will also enjoy free use of snorkelling and fishing gear, plus SUP and kayaks.

What optional extras are available during the trip?

Photo Packages: A professional photographer is available to capture your Papua New Guinea surfing highlights.

WiFi, VoIP, and Satellite Phone: Keeping in touch with loved ones at home has never been easier. Price based on usage.

Diving: Take a break from surfing and explore the coral reefs and pristine ocean with our onboard Dive Masters.

Merchandise: PNG Surfaris t-shirts, hats, and hoodies, plus other merchandise to take home as a souvenir.

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