A country that is close to my heart, I called Papua New Guinea home for four years. Home to an estimated 9 million people, there are more than 800 languages spoken here – the highest number per capita of any country in the world. With these languages comes hundreds of diverse, rich cultures. Papua New Guinea is a country that will absolutely astound and amaze you. It’s not an easy country to visit, but it’s totally worth it.
Essential Papua New Guinea travel information
- Capital: Port Moresby
- Languages: English, Tok Pisin, Motu (the three official languages – there are more than 800 languages spoken throughout the country)
- Population: Estimated at around 11 million (but could be as high as 17 million)
- Area: 462,840 square kilometres (178,703 sq miles)
- Currency: Kina
- Telephone country code: +675
- Emergency numbers:
- Police: 112
- Fire: 110
- Medical emergencies: 111
- Also record the phone number of your country’s embassy or consulate
- Electricity: 230V 50HzType I connectors (same as Australia and New Zealand)
Top 5 Papua New Guinea travel experiences
1. Making your way around the country to explore the stunning beaches and coastal areas
2. Experiencing one of the mind-blowing PNG festivals
3. Tackling the historic Kokoda Track
4. Checking out cute – and not-so-cute – critters at the Port Moresby Nature Park
5. Learning about incredible cultures across the country
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