Enjoying Life at Sea in Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands

Aboard The World, we continue our amazing expedition from Cairns. We’re feeling more alive than ever in the South Pacific, as the Coral Sea reveals the mysteries and deep cultural roots of Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands.

Telele and the Baining Fire Dance

We started the day with an underwater adventure in a tropical paradise, while in the evening we headed ashore for the famous Baining Fire Dance held in the mountains near Kokopo.

Duke of York Islands

On our last day in Papua New Guinea, a group of spinner dolphins bid us farewell as we sailed away from the Duke of York Islands – off to the Solomon Islands.

Day at Sea

In-between Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands we cruised along in impeccably calm waters and caught a perfect sunset that painted the sky in beautiful shades of orange and pink across the sea.

Kennedy Island and Njari Island

Stepping onto the quiet shores of Kennedy Island, named after the U.S. President – we felt a sense of solitude, far away from the busy world. Later we made our way to Njari Island – a snorkeler’s paradise.

Marovo Lagoon

The Marovo Lagoon, the largest double-barrier enclosed lagoon in the world, showed us beautiful works of art in Mbili, where the creators discussed their culture and their craft. We capped the day swimming, snorkeling and kayaking in the lagoon.

Russell Islands

We briefly experienced the life of a local, getting a tour of the most picturesque village of 250 people. We then ventured out for another kayak adventure where we saw a wealth of wildlife, running the gamut from hawksbill turtles, blacktip reef sharks, clown fish and nudibranchs.

Rara Island

On our final day in Papua New Guinea we sailed through the Louisiade Archipelago in sailau canoes – and then strolled around the idyllic Rara island and spotted a Rainbow Beeeater.