Since 1979
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Papua Explorer
Your adventure experts for West Papua.
What we Do
We are a local travel agency specialized in tours and expeditions in West Papua, since 1979. The Indonesian western half of the island of New Guinea, mainly the province of Papua, is home to some of the world’s most unique travel destinations: immerse yourself in the secluded Baliem Valley, sleep in a Korowai tree house, meet the former headhunters of Asmat, admire the birds of paradise, climb the highest peak of Oceania – known as Carstensz Pyramid. These are some of the once-in-a-lifetime experiences in West Papua that you can only realize with us. Chose to travel on a tailor-made tour or join one of our group tours. We are the most reliable tour operator for this part of the world.
We also look forward to welcoming you for an unforgettable stay at our eco-friendly resort: The Baliem Valley Resort. Our exclusive resort is located right in the middle of the highlands of West Papua. It has been designed as an ideal starting point to explore the lands of the Dani and Lani tribes.
Your Options
Tailor-made Tours
Real adventure tours to some of Papua’s most exotic destinations. For 2 persons or more, organized by us, guided by our local guides.
Group Tours
Join us on one of our group tours to the most exotic and adventurous destinations. See what is currently published.
Our Place
Visit our The Baliem Valley Resort in the highlands of New Guinea and explore the home of the Dani and Lani tribes in private excursions.
Tailor-made highlights
- 12 days from/to Jayapura
- Good combination of excursions with nights in our Resort, and trekking with 3 nights in tent.
- Bookable throughout the year
- For two people or more
- 12 days from/to Jayapura
- Real adventure tour with most nights in tent. Combined with the Baliem Valley.
- Bookable throughout the year
- For two people or more
- 6 days from/to Jayapura
- With this comfortable program everyone can experience Papua.
- Bookable throughout the year
- For one person or more
Group Tour Highlights
- 17 days from/to Denpasar, Bali
- Crossing the Korowai sector, combined with the Baliem Valley
- Intense trekking, moderate to high level of difficulty
- 20 days from/to Denpasar, Bali
- Dr. Weiglein is the #1 expert for this summit
- Tough trekking, very high level of difficulty
- 14 days from/to Denpasar, Bali
- Meet the former headhunters and masters of carving
- Tour done by boat, low to moderate level of difficulty
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