Looking for more than your average holiday destination? Papua New Guinea is truly a place with the wow-factor. From its wildlife to its tribal traditions, through to its ancient jungles and volcanoes, you’ll experience a world like nowhere else on earth.
If you’re after an expedition tour that pushes boundaries and delivers true adventure, Rocky Road Travel’s Mount Hagen and Goroka Festival tours are exactly what you’re looking for.
Experience a Rare Cultural Celebration
Every August and September, something spectacular happens in the Papua New Guinean highlands. Dozens of tribes, many of whom were once fierce enemies, gather in peace for two of the country’s most vibrant events: the Mount Hagen Festival and the Goroka Festival.
These are not shows for tourists; they’re important cultural celebrations. You’ll get to see the striking traditional dress of the different tribes and see them sing, drum, and dance with pride.
With Rocky Road Travel, you’ll get rare access to these festivals. Not only do you spend two full days soaking up the colour and energy, but you arrive early to catch the behind-the-scenes buzz: when paint is applied, feathers are adjusted, and tribal elders prepare their groups for the big performance.
More Than Just Festivals
We kick off your journey in Port Moresby, PNG’s seaside capital, where the modern and the traditional often meet. From there, you’ll fly to the Central Highlands, a region of misty mountains and remote villages.
Along the way, you’ll meet local communities, visit schools, and take part in a traditional mumu feast( an underground oven meal that’s as much a social event as it is a dinner!).
But Rocky Road’s tours go further than taking you to the festivals. After the celebration ends, you’ll journey deeper into the highlands, bypassing the usual tourist trail, to the hidden gem of Lae. Here you can discover how tradition and daily life coexist in one of the world’s most culturally diverse nations.
Travel That Respects and Connects
Papua New Guinea isn’t an easy place to explore solo. Without the right tour company, it can be tough. That’s why travelling with an experienced operator like Rocky Road Travel is crucial.
Our group tours are guided by people who understand the rich culture and challenges of this beautiful, unpredictable country.
An Adventure Like No Other
If you’ve ever dreamt of witnessing a genuine tribal celebration, of exploring wild highlands, or of immersing yourself in one of the last frontiers of travel, then this is the tour for you. Papua New Guinea offers the kind of expedition experience that stays with you long after you return home.
Spaces are extremely limited, and tours align with the festival dates in August and September. So if you’re ready for an unforgettable journey into the heart of PNG, it’s time to secure your spot.
Don’t hesitate to contact our team for more information.
