Papua New Guinea

Quick facts

• Papua New Guinea is home to the world's third largest rainforest, covering approximately 46% of its total land area.
• The Kokoda Track, a 96-kilometer trail, was the site of significant World War II battles and remains a popular trekking route today.
• With over 800 indigenous languages, Papua New Guinea is one of the most linguistically diverse countries in the world, accounting for nearly 12% of all languages spoken globally.
• The country has approximately 600 different species of butterflies, making it a paradise for entomologists and nature lovers alike.
• Mount Wilhelm, standing at 4,509 meters, is the highest peak in Papua New Guinea and is often climbed as part of intense jungle trekking adventures.

Travel details

Country

Papua New Guinea

Wind (now)

2 km/h

Coordinates

-6.3150, 143.9555