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Papua New Guinea - New Britain Extension

© Melanesian Megapode by Jonathan Rossouw
Papua New Guinea - New Britain Extension I 2026

25 Jun 2026 - 29 Jun 2026 (5 days)

USD2,795 3 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Lev Frid

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Tour Price (Per person): USD2,795 (GBP2,139 * EUR2,471 * AUD3,990)

Single Supplement: USD300 (GBP230 * EUR265 * AUD428)

Flight costs: USD280 (GBP214 * EUR248 * AUD400)

Papua New Guinea - New Britain Extension II 2026

21 Jul 2026 - 25 Jul 2026 (5 days)

USD2,795 3 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Erik Forsyth

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Tour Leader: Paul Varney

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Tour Price (Per person): USD2,795 (GBP2,139 * EUR2,471 * AUD3,990)

Single Supplement: USD300 (GBP230 * EUR265 * AUD428)

Flight costs: USD280 (GBP214 * EUR248 * AUD400)

This tour pairs with: Papua New Guinea - Highlights II 2026

Papua New Guinea - New Britain Extension I 2027

10 May 2027 - 14 May 2027 (5 days)

USD2,895 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Lev Frid

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Tour Leader: Nigel Redman

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Tour Price (Per person): USD2,895 (GBP2,215 * EUR2,559 * AUD4,132)

Single Supplement: USD300 (GBP230 * EUR265 * AUD428)

Flight costs: USD280 (GBP214 * EUR248 * AUD400)

Papua New Guinea - New Britain Extension II 2027

25 Aug 2027 - 29 Aug 2027 (5 days)

USD2,895 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Erik Forsyth

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Tour Leader: Jan Pienaar

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Tour Price (Per person): USD2,895 (GBP2,215 * EUR2,559 * AUD4,132)

Single Supplement: USD300 (GBP230 * EUR265 * AUD428)

Flight costs: USD280 (GBP214 * EUR248 * AUD400)

Papua New Guinea - New Britain Extension I 2028

11 Jul 2028 - 15 Jul 2028 (5 days)

USD2,900 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Julian Parsons

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Tour Leader: Paul Varney

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Tour Price (Per person): USD2,900 (GBP2,219 * EUR2,564 * AUD4,139)

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*

Papua New Guinea - New Britain Extension II 2028

23 Aug 2028 - 27 Aug 2028 (5 days)

USD2,900 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Lev Frid

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Tour Price (Per person): USD2,900 (GBP2,219 * EUR2,564 * AUD4,139)

This tour pairs with: Papua New Guinea - Birding in Paradise (Small Group) 2028

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*

Papua New Guinea - New Britain Extension I 2029

10 Jul 2029 - 14 Jul 2029 (5 days)

USD3,100 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Lev Frid

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Tour Leader: Ryan Tyrer

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Tour Price (Per person): USD3,100 (GBP2,372 * EUR2,741 * AUD4,425)

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*

Papua New Guinea - New Britain Extension II 2029

22 Aug 2029 - 26 Aug 2029 (5 days)

USD3,100 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Robert Williams

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Tour Price (Per person): USD3,100 (GBP2,372 * EUR2,741 * AUD4,425)

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*

New Britain is the largest island of the Bismarck Archipelago and supports many seldom-seen endemics for which we will be searching. Situated between the Bismarck and Solomon Seas, this narrow mountainous island is over 600km (375 miles) long, but only 80km (50 miles) at its widest. The fertile, exploited volcanic soils of the eastern portion of the island present a striking contrast to the western half, where Western influences began mostly during and after the Second World War.

The beautiful and little-explored island of New Britain is situated in the warm Bismarck Sea just to the north of mainland New Guinea. It forms part of the string of volcanic islands known as the Bismarck Archipelago. Famous amongst birders for its amazing forests and wealth of very special and localised endemics, our New Britain extension affords us a fantastic opportunity for some great birding, fabulous scenery, brilliant snorkelling and excellent accommodation and food.

Top Birds

Golden Masked Owl; New Britain Boobook; Melanesian Megapode; Black Honey Buzzard; Knob-billed Fruit Dove; Finsch's & Island Imperial Pigeons; Bismarck Pitta; Black-capped Paradise; New Britain Dwarf; Beach & White-mantled Kingfishers; Blue-eyed Cockatoo; Blyth's Hornbill; Nicobar Pigeon; New Britain Sparrowhawk; Papua Eclectus; Song Parrot; Violaceous & White-necked Coucals; New Britain Friarbird; Ashy, Sclater's & Black-bellied Myzomelas; White-backed Woodswallow; Black-tailed Monarch; Long-tailed Myna; Red-banded Flowerpecker; Buff-bellied Mannikin; Bismarck Crow.

Habitats Covered

lowland rainforest, grasslands, islets

Expected Climate

hot and humid with tropical showers

Max Group Size

8 with 1 Rockjumper leader / 9 - 12 with 2 Rockjumper leaders

Tour Pace & Walking

UNDEMANDING: This tour is ideal for birders and wildlife enthusiasts of all experience levels. It’s suitable for most mobility levels and offers a relaxed pace, ensuring an enjoyable experience for everyone.

Moderate. Suitable for all birding / wildlife interest levels and most mobility capabilities.

Accommodation

Comfortable lodge for the entire extension.

Ease of Birding

Moderate, several canopy species. Some difficult target species.

Number of Species Expected

+-75

Other Attractions

coral reef snorkeling

Photographic Opportunities

Reasonable, typical rain forest conditions of variable light & frequent rain.

What our clients say about us

Glen Valentine
MK, Papua New Guinea 2018

The credit for the trip’s success goes to our guides, Glen Valentine and David Erterius. Both have seemingly limitless knowledge of the birds, extrasensory capacities to find them, apparently endless patience and generosity with their clients, and (critically) wonderful senses of humor. They consistently squeezed more out of the birds, the environment, and the experience than I thought possible.

Paul Varney
KH, Papua New Guinea 2023

This was my first birding tour ever, so I wasnt sure what to expect. The tour leader, Paul, was so amazing, there are not enough superlatives. All of the other participants had been on birding trips before, and Paul was very gracious to make sure I had the opportunity to see as many birds as possible and know what to expect. He was very conscientious, and prepared for almost anything. The trip was physically challenging due to the steep muddy trails, high and low temperatures, and oh yeah, the earthquakes. I wasnt sure what to expect, although the descriptions were pretty accurate, but I was ready to stop hiking by the 11th day. Thank you for the recommendation of collapsible walking sticks. Those were very useful. I am very glad I had the opportunity to take this trip. I cant say enough good things about Paul as the trip leader. I hope he gets to lead all of his first choice tours in the future!

Dušan Brinkhuizen
RL, Papua New Guinea 2018

Dušan Brinkhuizen was especially sweet and encouraging when I was having trouble with pain or with getting onto birds. I would be happy to travel with Dušan again.

Adam Walleyn
JH - Papua New Guinea 2019

Adam Walleyn knew the birds and the calls and worked hard to make sure we saw not only the specialties of the area but all the birds. His nightbirding skills were phenomenal. It is like he knew exactly where the bird was going to show.

Dušan Brinkhuizen
GH, Papua New Guinea 2018

Special thanks to Dušan Brinkhuizen for his care in helping me to locate birds on my camcorder.

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