Celebrate the spirit, stories, and sacred traditions of the Lake Kutubu region at the Kutubu Kundu & Digaso Festival, held from 26th to 28th September 2025 in Kutubu, Southern Highlands Province. This iconic cultural event brings together over 40 tribes from the Kutubu and Bosavi regions to share their diverse heritage through spectacular traditional dances, rhythmic kundu drumming, and the ceremonial burning of digaso (sacred oil).
Set in the breathtaking landscape surrounding Lake Kutubu, this festival is a rare opportunity to witness the preserved rituals of some of Papua New Guinea’s most remote communities. Visitors will experience ancient chants, vibrant body decorations, sago-making demonstrations, and warrior reenactments that embody the sacred connection between land, people, and ancestral spirits.
The Kutubu Kundu & Digaso Festival also highlights environmental conservation and community storytelling, making it more than just a celebration—it’s a living archive of indigenous identity and resilience. Whether you’re a cultural enthusiast, eco-traveler, or photographer, this festival offers a deeply immersive and authentic PNG experience.
Don’t miss one of Papua New Guinea’s most spiritually rich cultural events—the 2025 Kutubu Kundu & Digaso Festival in the heart of the Southern Highlands.
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