Getting there
Vanimo is located approximately 1500kms north of Cairns, Australia. Air Niugini has daily flights from Brisbane to Port Moresby and 7 days a week from Port Moresby to Vanimo (1.5hr). Air Niugini also flies to Port Moresby from Sydney (4 hrs), Brisbane (1.5 hr) and Cairns (1 hr). Vanimo is a popular destination for Japanese surfers as well and flights connect at Port Moresby. It is possible to same day connect all the way through from Australia to Vanimo using different airlines. Surfboards on Air Niugini flights are considered sporting equipment up to 15kgs and under 10ft in length and are free of additional charges.
Before travelling we recommend having adequate travel insurance with medical cover and visit your local doctor 4-8 weeks prior to travelling to receive professional advice.
Some travellers come via Indonesia just over the border. Online eVisas are required for entry to PNG and if returning to Indonesia travellers will need a Indonesian entry visa. It is recommended to arrange all entry visas prior to travelling to either Indonesia or Papua New Guinea. The address for eVisas is Vanimo Surf Lodge, c/- Lido Village, Vanimo, West Sepik Province.
There are same day connecting flights provided by Air Niugini and also depending on what day you arrive in Port Moresby you may need an overnight stay which will give you the chance to take in the sights of the country’s capital if you feel like it.
Port Moresby is an ideal stopover if you are after a few traditional artefacts or fancy a taste of the local restaurants cuisine and club dance scene as there are several clubs to choose from.
Typically surfers stay anywhere from 7-14 days. We recommend checking in for flights at least 3 hours prior to departure to avoid disappointment. Online eVisas are required for entry to PNG cost approx AUD$75 see our Tips tab for more info.
Click on any of the below carriers to check flight details.
Flying there
The three airline carriers are based on flying from Australia to Vanimo, Papua New Guinea. You can book your flights on your own or if you prefer to use a travel check the links below.
If you choose to book your own flights, here are the flight codes.
PORT MORESBY – POM | VANIMO – VAI
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