Day 1 – Goroka – Asaro Mudmen
Pickup from Goroka and transfer to the Asaro Mudmen Tribal Eco Lodge.
After settling in, begin your introduction to the famous Asaro Valley and its traditions.
Activities
- Traditional Asaro Mudmen performance
- Story and legend of the Asaro Mudmen
- Mud mask making demonstration
- Village walk
- Visit traditional gardens and village houses
- Cultural portrait photography
Dinner and overnight at the Asaro Mudmen Tribal Eco Lodge.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Asaro Mudmen Tribal Eco Lodge
Day 2 – Gurupoka & Gimesave Tribal Experience
After breakfast, experience the Gurupoka Ghost Walk, where local guides explain traditional stories, spirits and beliefs connected to the surrounding landscape.
Later, continue to nearby Gimesave for a full cultural experience with several unique groups.
Cultural Groups
- Burning Heads of Gimesave
- Arunumuna Ladies
- Mini Mudmen
- Yangpela Asaro Mudboys
Spend time photographing the different groups and interacting with members of the community.
Return to Asaro in the late afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Asaro Mudmen Tribal Eco Lodge
Day 3 – Asaro – Chimbu – Skeleton Tribe
After breakfast, leave Asaro and travel through the dramatic Highlands towards Mindima in Chimbu Province.
On arrival, check in at the Omo Bruglgamo Skeleton Tribe Eco Lodge.
After lunch, meet the famous Skeleton Tribe and discover the stories behind their extraordinary body painting.
Activities
- Traditional Skeleton Tribe performance
- Skeleton Tribe legend and storytelling
- Body painting demonstration
- Village walk
- Portrait photography
- Introduction to Mindima village life
Dinner and overnight at the Skeleton Tribe Eco Lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Skeleton Tribe Eco Lodge
Day 4 – Skeleton Cave, Insect Hunters & Dust Shakers
After breakfast
Local guides explain the stories and beliefs connected to the cave and the origins of the Skeleton Tribe.
After returning for lunch, continue with more cultural experiences around Mindima.
Cultural Experiences
- Insect Hunters
- Dust Shakers
- Traditional warriors
- Village activities
- Additional Skeleton Tribe photography
- Cultural portrait sessions
Dinner and overnight at the Skeleton Tribe Eco Lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Skeleton Tribe Eco Lodge
Day 5 – Skeleton Tribe – Wii Towai Waterfall
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning in Mindima before continuing to the remote Wii Towai Waterfall Bungalow in the Nauro area.
The journey takes you deeper into the Chimbu Highlands and the traditional lands of the Giure clan.
On arrival, settle into the lodge and enjoy the surrounding forest, mountain scenery and multi-level waterfalls.
In the afternoon, begin your first cultural encounters with the local community.
Activities
- Introduction to the Giure clan
- Waterfall and village walk
- Voice of Bird of Paradise cultural performance
- Local village photography
- Relaxation and swimming around the waterfall pools
Dinner and overnight at Wii Towai Waterfall Bungalow.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Wii Towai Waterfall Bungalow
Day 6 – Waterfall Tribes & Hidden Chimbu Culture
Today is dedicated to the unique cultural groups living around Wii Towai.
After breakfast, spend the day enjoying performances, village activities and photography in the beautiful waterfall surroundings.
Cultural Groups & Activities
- Bird Spirits
- Frog Hunters
- Bow & Arrow Boys
- Honey Bee Girls
- Voice of Bird of Paradise
- Towa Rocks String Band
- Gapabulko Girls
- Traditional village and garden activities
There will be plenty of time for portraits, group photography and interaction with the local people.
Enjoy a final evening beside the waterfall.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Wii Towai Waterfall Bungalow
Day 7 – Waterfall Morning – Departure
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed final morning at Wii Towai.
Depending on timing, there can be additional opportunities for:
- Morning waterfall photography
- Final village portraits
- Garden visits
- Traditional activities
- Short cultural performance
- Swimming or relaxing at the waterfall pools
After lunch, say farewell to the community and continue towards Mt Hagen, Goroka or your next destination.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
