Hello from the Western Highlands! ππ
High in the mountains of Papua New Guinea, where orchids bloom πΊ and misty forests echo with birdsong πΆ, adventure awaits. Just like we say here, Hello Poro! π€
With Paiya Tours, youβll stay at the famous Magic Mountain Nature Lodge π‘, the perfect base for birding enthusiasts. Go on guided treks to spot rare and exotic species β from the Blue Bird of Paradise π to the flamboyant Raggiana πͺΆ, the dazzling Superb π¦, and the legendary King of Saxony π.
Your birding adventure in the Western Highlands begins with a βHello Poroββ¦ and ends with once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters. ππ
Itinerary
Day 1 β Arrival & First Birding Experience
- Arrival in Mt Hagen βοΈ
- Transfer and check into Magic Mountain Lodge π‘
- Meet & greet, orientation
- Nature walk πΏ
- Orchid search πΈ
- Birding around the lodge π¦
- Overnight at Magic Mountain Lodge π
Day 2 β Full-Day Birding
- Breakfast at lodge π³
- Guided full-day birding expedition π³
- Spot the rare Blue Bird of Paradise π
- Capture the unique Loriaβs Bird of Paradise (Lowes Parotia) π¦
- Overnight at Magic Mountain Lodge π
Day 3 β Encounter the Raggiana Bird of Paradise
- Explore forest trails π²
- Photograph and observe the famous Raggiana πͺΆ
- Discover other bird species of the Western Highlands π¦
- Overnight at Magic Mountain Lodge π
Day 4 β Superb & King of Saxony
- Guided hike into the highlands π
- Spot the Superb Bird of Paradise π€β¨
- Capture the iconic King of Saxony π with its striking plumes
- Overnight at Magic Mountain Lodge π
Day 5 β Departure
- Breakfast at lodge π³
- Transfer to Mt Hagen Airport βοΈ
- Departure
Additional Information:
Estimated: PGK 2,000.00 per person
(Local/international visitors to arrange and purchase own tickets βοΈ)
Package Includes
- Accommodation at Magic Mountain Nature Lodge π‘
- All meals π½οΈ
- Transfers π
- Bird guide π¨βπ¦±π¦
- Porter service π§³
- Land use fees per day ποΈ
- Driver π
Package Cost Summary
- 2β3 Pax β $950 pp (β PGK 3,610)
- 4β5 Pax β $738 pp (β PGK 2,804)
- 6β7 Pax β $691 pp (β PGK 2,626)
- Single Supplement β $234 (β PGK 889)
- Tour Lead β $184 (β PGK 699)
