Papua New Guinea Dive Packages
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- Walindi Plantation
Kimbe Bay sports an incredibly diverse marine habitat. World famous dives with names like Emma, South Bay, Inglis Shoals, North Emma, Christine's, Susanne's and Restorf Island are only a few of the more than 200 reefs and dive sites sprinkled throughout Kimbe Bay. All are pristine and undamaged by a rigid policy of 'Look but don't touch.'
70% of all coral species in the Indo/Pacific region are found in Walindi's waters. Few other dive areas in the world can boast such diversity. Walindi management policy is committed to supporting this unique ecology, both below and above water. To this end, the resort is supporting the establishment by the European Union of a Nature and Marine Research Centre within the resort grounds, which will continue to monitor and research all aspects of the ecology in Kimbe Bay and West New Britain.
The coral reefs around Walindi are extraordinarily rich. Over 400 species of reef building corals have been recorded in Kimbe Bay. This is more than half the total number of known coral species in the world. Over 900 species of fish have been recorded and this number will continue to grow as more research is done.
The coral reef communities around Northern New Britain have remained largely undamaged by human activity and Walindi is working hard to ensure that remains the case, using moorings where possible to reduce damage from anchoring.
Walindi Diving has approximately 25 dive sites which are visited regularly using shore-based dive boats. The nearest dive site is a short 5 minute boat ride and the furthest is only 75 minutes from the jetty.
Walindi's burgeoning reputation as one of the world's prime photo spots has inspired the development of Walindi Photo, a full service photo centre offering daily E-6 processing, camera rentals, a well stocked retail shop and all levels of photo instruction.
| Diving RATES 2014 in USD | Peak Season |
Low Season |
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Rates per person |
01 Jan - 04 Jan |
05 Jan - 31 Mar |
| 2 boat dives (1 day) | 180 | 155 |
| 3 boat dives (1 day) | 220 | 190 |
| 6 boat dives package | 440 | 375 |
| 10 boat dives package | 735 | 630 |
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NOTES: GST: All tourism services prepaid from outside Papua New Guinea are exempt from GST charge. All rates quoted here do not include for GST. All services purchased/paid for within PNG are subject to additional 10% GST charge. PRE-PAID DIVING: ENVIRONMENTAL & SAFETY FEE: For 6 & 10 dive packages, E&S fees will be collected on departure directly at the resort, depending on number of days diving in total. *Wireless Internet Access available at Walindi Resort. |
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Walindi Plantation Resort is a small, intimate, Australian owned dive resort, situated on the shores of Kimbe Bay, Northern New Britain the largest of Papua New Guinea's Islands. 70% of all coral species in the Indo-Pacific region are found in Walindi's waters - few other dive areas in the world can boast such diversity!
Walindi Plantation is committed to supporting this unique ecology, both below and above the water. To this end, the resort is supporting the establishment by the European Union of a Nature and Marine Research Centre within the resort grounds, which will continue to monitor and research all aspects of the ecology in Kimbe Bay and West New Britain.
Above water, fern draped bungalows nestle amongst the rainforest along the beach front. Walindi is is an intimate dive resort catering to a maximum of twenty-four guests, that that each and every one will receive the undivided attention they deserve, yet the freedom to feel every dive has been made for them alone. Good company, great food, friendly staff and a relaxed atmosphere provide a perfect background while you enjoy the delights of Kimbe Bay diving.
Walindi's accommodation consists of 12 self contained, comfortable bure style bungalows spread along the beach front, and surrounded by rainforest gardens. The bungalows are constructed of local materials and timbers, with thatched roofs. They are all fully screened, with private bathroom, a kitchenette with tea and coffee making facilities, and ceiling fans. Laundry service dailyis included in the tariff.
The central resort area consist of dining room, lounge and bar area, swimming pool and sun deck, and administration offices. The dining room offers three meals daily (included in the tariff), and fare is Western and Asian style buffet meals, delicious and plentiful, featuring local seafoods, fruits and vegetables. Meals are at set times .... special dietary requests will be accommodated wherever possible, just let the Manageress know of your needs. There is a 
large reference library, encompassing marine life and photography books, local terrestrial life and history information, and a small fiction selection. The bar is fully stocked, and open most of the day. Please note that bar beverages are not included in the tariff.
Walindi Photo provides photography instruction, E6 processing, all types of camera rentals, video services and more. There are tennis courts at the resort, and racquets and balls are provided. The resort can also arrange a game of golf at the local Kimbe course, or a visit to the hot springs.
Bar: Comprehensive with mixed drinks, beer and a selection of wines. Coffee and tea: Tea and freshly ground coffee available at all times in the dining room. Coffee and tea making facilities also available in bungalows.
Power: 24 hours power supplied by 240V 50Hz generator. Special charging facilities available at dive shop.
Recreational facilities:
Artifacts: A range of artifacts and souvenirs available for sale.
