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Papua New Guinea Highlands Cultural Trek

Western Highlands, Papua New Guinea · Papua New Guinea

Moderate10 daysUnknown~£10 est.

Overview

Trek through the Western Highlands of Papua New Guinea — one of the last places on Earth where traditional tribal cultures remain largely intact — visiting Huli wigmen in their ceremonial bird-of-paradise headdresses, attending a Sing-Sing festival, and walking between villages on routes used for inter-tribal trade for millennia. Papua New Guinea has over 850 distinct languages; a local guide is essential for both communication and safety. The Tari Basin around the Tari Highlands is the most accessible starting point. Cultural sensitivity and following guide protocols are paramount.