Papua New Guinea

These masters of camouflage are a major highlight for macro photographers in the muck diving sites of Milne Bay.

Mimic Octopus

Multiple species of these tiny and elusive creatures can be found among the gorgonian fans of PNG's pristine reefs.

Pygmy Seahorse

Large aggregations of these sharks are a common sight in the current-rich passages of Kavieng and the outer reefs.

Grey Reef Shark

These stunningly colorful fish are frequently seen performing their mating rituals at dusk on many PNG reefs.

Mandarin Fish

Papua New Guinea (PNG) is often cited as the 'last frontier' of scuba diving, offering a wild, remote, and incredibly biodiverse underwater experience that is among the best in the world. Located in the heart of the Coral Triangle, PNG's waters are home to twice as many marine species as the Red Sea and five times as many as the Caribbean. The country is world-famous for its 'muck diving'—a term coined here at Milne Bay—where bizarre and rare macro critters inhabit the silty seabed. Beyond the macro wonders, PNG offers spectacular volcanic topography, deep blue walls, and an extraordinary density of WWII wrecks, from aircraft like the 'Blackjack' B-17 bomber to numerous shipwrecks resting in its clear lagoons. Key diving hubs like Kimbe Bay, Walindi, and Kavieng offer pristine coral reefs that are virtually untouched by modern development. PNG is also a global leader in marine conservation, with many sites protected by local communities. With exceptional visibility, warm water year-round, and a sense of discovery that is rare in today's world, Papua New Guinea provides a premier underwater adventure for those seeking the ultimate in biodiversity and remote exploration.

Liveaboards are an exceptional way to explore the more remote reaches of Papua New Guinea, particularly the Milne Bay area and the remote seamounts of the Bismarck Sea.

Walindi Plantation Resort

Tufi Resort

Loloata Island Resort

Internal transport is almost exclusively by domestic flight due to the rugged terrain and lack of roads. Air Niugini and PNG Air connect Port Moresby to all regional hubs. Most resorts provide airport transfers.

Liveaboard Diving in Papua New Guinea

Experience Overview

Featured Operators

MV Chertan

MV FeBrina / MV Oceania

Remote Reach

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Where to Stay in Papua New Guinea