The search for new air space in PNG.

Papua New Guinea is a country where you’ll come across untold experiences found nowhere else on earth. As a surfing destination, it’s pretty much untapped. There are some amazing spots throughout the mainland such as Hula Beach (about 100ks from Port Moresby) or Wewak on the north side of the island. With 700 different tribes and more than 850 languages spread across only 5.5 million people, you can expect a kaleidoscope of different people and traditions wherever you go in this island nation.

Pacific Blue sends aerial master Dru Adler flying.

It’s the dream trip. Searching for the perfect break, finding uncrowded perfection, breaks never before surfed in locations miles from a single soul. The swell in PNG picks up from October with monsoon season. Pacific Blue is sending Gold Coast surfer Dru Adler over to PNG to check out the pristine shores of Vanimo, from Madang down through to the sandy paradise of New Ireland Province. You can follow his intrepid search at www.druadler.com He’ll blog on each spot with any stories to tell, details about the break and wicked pics. When he’s done, you’ll be able to get a list of all the best breaks, the best times to go and how to get there with Pacific Blue.

The deal with Dru.

Dru lives and surfs on the Goldie. His main sponsors are Diverse and Jet Pilot. He’s a bit of a stand-out in the air department notching up quite a few wins in Quiksilver and Boost air shows.

Photographed by Simon Muirhead

Surf Travel Company

10 day package at Clem’s Place – Tunnung Island, Tunnung Island, Lavongai Area now from only $2600pp**

Clem's Place is situated on Tunnung Island which is a small remote island north of the mainland of New Hanover in the Three Island Harbour area. Ideally located amongst some of the most pristine waters PNG has to offer, these waters lay home to some of PNG best waves, diving and fishing.

10 day package inclusions: 

• Return airport transfers to Kavieng wharf
• Return speedboat transfers to Clem’s Place
• 9 nights in comfortable bungalow style accommodation
• 3 meals daily plus coffee, tea and water
• Use of locally made canoes, snorkelling and fishing equipment
• Unlimited surf transfers (including fishing and village visits)

World Surfaris

8 day package at Tupira Surf Club, Ulingan Bay now from only $799pp^^

Tupira Surf Club, Ulingan Bay is located approximately 180 kilometres north of Madang Town and approx. a 2 hour scenic drive from Madang Airport along the beautiful north coast of Madang. Be among the first International surfers to experience this surf rich area.  Ulingan Bay is one of the most consistent swell magnets in Papua New Guinea.

8 day package inclusions:

• Return airport transfers from and to Madang
• 7 nights’ accommodation at Tupira Surf Club (twin share)
• 3 meals daily
• Surfing association of PNG fees
• Services of expert local guides

    

Terms & Conditions

*Departing Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne to Papua New Guinea, seats are limited and may not be available at peak times or on all flights. Fares are one way on the net, or $15 more by phone. A credit/debit card surcharge of $5 per person per one way flight is applicable for flights internationally. Fares are correct as at 5 Oct, 2009 and are subject to change. Fares are on sale from 5 Oct, 2009 to 5 Dec, 2009 or until sold out, for travel from 15 Oct, 2009 - 12 Dec, 2009 and 15 Jan, 2010 and 25 Mar, 2010. International flights to Papua New Guinea offered by Pacific Blue Airlines (Aust) Pty. Ltd. and operated by Pacific Blue Airlines (N.Z.) Ltd. International return fare may vary with the addition of local taxes and charges.

^Prices based on per person, twin share. Seats are limited and may not be available at peak times or on all flights. Package price is per person twin share and is correct as at 5 Oct 2009. Package on sale until 30 Nov 2009 for travel until 31 Mar 2010. During some periods air and hotel pricing may not be available and surcharges may apply. Prices are subject to availability and are not guaranteed until the booking is completed and confirmed. Full payment is required at the time of booking and cancellation or amendment fees apply. Package pricing is based on web bookings or $30 more per person by phone, capped at 4 people. A credit card service fee is included in the total package price. Prices based on direct route, including taxes, levies and other government charges which may vary and are subject to change. Seasonal surcharges may apply. Hotel rates quoted are based on double occupancy, per room, per night, per person, per package, unless otherwise noted. Prices based on lead-in room, additional rooms available. Checked baggage charges apply. Pre-pay $10 online for up to 23kg of checked baggage per person per one way flight, or pay $20 at the airport for the same allowance. Excludes Velocity Gold and Silver Members. Excess baggage above 23kg will attract a charge of $10 per kg (or part thereof). Visit www.virginblue.com.au for more information.

** For travel from 01 October 2009 to 30 April 2010. Conditions apply. Visit www.surftravel.com.au/destinations for more information.

^^Conditions apply. Visit www.worldsurfaris.com/surf-travel/Papua-New-Guinea for more information.