PNG is a magnificent, fascinating and unique place.  Its diverse habitats range from tropical seas to alpine grasslands and include vast areas of primary rainforests.  Not surprisingly therefore, PNG has one of the highest rates of biodiversity in the world.

There are close to 9000 species of plants, nearly 800 species of birds, over 650 species of butterfly (including the world’s largest, the Queen Alexandra Birdwing, which is so large that it was first collected by shotgun blast) and around 250 species of mammals, including marsupials such as the tree kangaroo and two kinds of echidna. New marine species are being identified and described on a regular basis, including in Kimbe Bay, WNB.

The rich mixture of forest types and climates as well as a long history of connection with and isolation from neighbouring landmasses has also left PNG with some of the most biologically rich forests on earth, including large areas of untouched rainforest.

The history, geography, geology and biology of West New Britain combine to achieve a unique Mega Diversity of people, cultures and other living things.  From its earliest inhabitants, forming 7 major tribes and speaking a total of about 25 languages, to recent immigrants from other parts of PNG, to the many endemic, some unique, marine and terrestrial species, WNB is a feast of cultural and recreational experiences.