The 800 different languages spoken is indicative of the diverse culture of the country. The body decoration of the highlands people reflects the bond between them and the majestic Bird of Paradise. This can be viewed when people are in their finest regalia during July to August at the World famous Goroka and Mt Hagen Shows held every year. On the coastal areas, the people along the mighty Sepik River, Western Province,Trobrians and many others are renowned for their incredible legends and art which are depicted on cooking pots and tools, canoe prows carefully carved with crocodile and other symbols. Where to stay Cities and tourist centres have a variety of hotels as well as guest houses, lodges and resorts.
Some villages have basic house accommodation for visitors.
Dive An enormous variety of land based and liveaboard expeditions take full advantage of the diversity of dive possibilities available in this secluded frontier. Walindi Plantation Resort is a diver's dream come true. A maximum of 28 divers receive undivided attention as they explore the hundreds of reefs and dive sites of Kimbe in West New Britain Province.