Papua New Guinea is one of the most diverse populations on earth with over 700 different languages spoken in a country with a population of around 5 million people.
There are many different and exotic cultures within
Papua New Guinea and it is a land of traditional people living a subsistence
lifestyle. People live in small villages and are dependent on subsistence
farming. Women are responsible for the day to day work such as gardening and
caring for young children.
There is much diversity between the cultures in Papua
New Guinea, for example there is the colourful Huli tribe who
inhabit the southern highlands and Hela Province of Papua New Guinea. Colourful
clay is used for traditional body decoration by the Huli's. In contrast
the young men of the Sepik region undergo painful skin cutting on
their backs. This is a symbol of strength and power to resemble the much
worshiped water spirit (crocodiles) of the Sepik.
The cultural shows and festivals of Papua New Guinea
are a way for the proud local people to showcase their traditional customs and
beliefs through dance and "sing sings". This also provides a
wonderful opportunity for tourists to see the many different cultures of Papua
New Guinea all come together in an array of colour and passion.
Our wilderness lodges are positioned throughout Papua
New Guinea, each providing comprehensive touring programs, enabling our
guests to experience the diverse cultures of this amazing country. Our
experienced and knowledgeable local guides will ensure you are taken care of as
they teach you about the varied cultures Papua New Guinea has to offer.
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