Cruises to Rabaul, Papua New Guinea

View Rabaul beach and volcano in Papua New Guinea

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Once a major colonial hub and later a strategic Japanese base during World War II, Rabaul still bears the marks of its past. Tunnels carved into the hillsides, remnants of military infrastructure and stories of conflict offer a compelling window into a complex chapter of Papua New Guinea’s history. Today, you can explore volcanic landscapes, snorkel or dive among coral reefs and wartime wrecks, experiencing the vibrant culture of New Britain island. Rabaul offers a journey that feels both humbling and unforgettable—an extraordinary destination for adventurers, history enthusiasts and curious explorers alike.

Snapshots of Rabaul

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Beneath the surface of Papua New Guinea lies an entirely different world. Get ready to immerse yourself completely.

Salt in the air and volcanoes in the distance, there is nowhere quite like Rabaul, and it will stay with you long after you leave.

Witness the wreckage of an abandoned Japanese WW2 plane, both a fascinating sight and a glimpse in Papua New Guinea’s past.

One minute rainforest, the next underwater with reef sharks. In Rabaul, everything feels wild in the best possible way.

In Rabaul, nature feels completely untouched. Out here, it’s just you and the Pacific for miles, no filters needed.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

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Famous For

Rabaul is renowned for its dramatic volcanic landscape, set within a vast flooded caldera and dominated by active volcanoes like Tavurvur, whose eruptions have shaped both the land and the town’s resilient spirit.

Exquisite Flavors

You can sample local flavors like freshly caught tuna or taro, sweet potato and coconut-based dishes, often cooked in a traditional earth oven known as a mumu.

Fun Facts

It’s home to the Yamamoto Bunker, a wartime command center used by Japanese Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto, where it is rumored he spent his last night.

Port Name & Location

Rabaul, Papua New Guinea

Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

The three main languages spoken are Hiri Motu, Tok Pisin and English.

Time Zone

Papua New Guinea Time.

Currency & Shopping

Papua New Guinean kina

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