Pacific Island Paradises

– 155 – www.paradises.com Manus Island is a distant island group to the northwest of the mainland which can be reached by air or by coastal cargo ship and there are two main hotel lodges in Lorengau. Manus Island has vast tracts of forests in the central range and a magical coastline. The dancing by the locals is erotic and majestic, depicting a life of openness and joy. This island group is hailed as having exceptional diving and is occasionally visited by some of PNG's live-aboards. The North Solomons as a province includes Buka and Bouganville Island, as well as hundreds of smaller islets, cays and atolls. Boating enthusiasts find this a marine wonderland with untouched reefs to explore with an everlasting supply of reef fish and shellfish. Buka Island is accessible by boat and plane from Rabaul and has a variety of accommodation varying in price and quality. Walking through village tracks and plantation roads is the best way to discover the magnificent f lora and fauna. Whilst there are few hotels on mainland Bougainville, there are numerous guest- houses in Buka. — P a p u a N e w G u i n e a — PO Box 305, Kavieng, New Ireland, PAPUA NEW GUINEA, 631 Tel: + (675) 723-18302 Or Alt 723-18300 / 723-18303 Email: info@nusaislandretreat.com www.nusaislandretreat.com N U S A I S L A N D R E T R E A T Nusa Island Retreat offers a style and charm that is a fresh and welcome change from your conventional holiday destination. This low impact and eco-sensitive facility is located just off the coast of Kavieng on the northern end of New Ireland Province. Set on a white sandy point that overlooks Kavieng Harbour, it exudes a slow and relaxed pace with an easygoing feel. The traditionally styled bungalows are set both over and on the water's edge—the outlook is simply magic. The spacious restaurant and fully licensed bar is a focal point, offering creative and delicious meal options using fresh seafood and other local produce. From action and adventure to island cruising, the retreat is the perfect location from which to take advantage of many options. These include activities such as diving and snorkelling, where visitors can have encounters with big pelagics, to drifting along coral walls, exploring W WII wrecks or diving freshwater caves. Fishing enthusiasts can go trolling for pelagics, or casting/ jigging for sports fish—most types of fishing can be arranged to suit. Explore the surrounding islands by boat, kayak or paddleboard. Surfing is seasonal and the waves are typically two-four feet over reef with varying levels of difficulty. Other activities include traditional canoeing, nature walks, mainland and island tours, bike riding, cultural events and interacting with locals and enjoying their customs. "It's not about the experience of luxury but rather, the luxury of the experience," Pedro, Epic Adventure.

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