Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea’s (PNG) natural beauty is marred by the sporadic acts of violence around Port Moresby, Lae and other urban centres in the Highlands, especially Southern highlands. Also tourists shouldn’t visit the no-go zone around the former Panguna mine. Tourist attractions include the Varirata National Park that has numerous walking trails, the Mt Wilhelm for its great climb to the summit, and Lake Kutubu that provides a great scenic view and opportunities to swim in its clear waters. The beaches and the hills of the Sepik Islands also attract tourists in great numbers. Papua New Guinea is also known for its spectacular native birds and butterflies.