About Port Moresby Nature Park
If you are looking for a fun destination to explore PNG’s unique natural diversity, interact with animals, and a safe place for kids to run around, Port Moresby Nature Park and Adventure Park are undoubtedly the best places to visit.
About 140,000 people visit Port Moresby Nature Park annually and the park is extremely important for maintaining the education and guardianship of PNG’s special natural environment.
The park is very safe, family friendly and set in a beautiful botanical garden perfect for weekend getaway.
Depending on the season you visit, there may be mosquitoes at the park. It is highly recommended to bring tropical strength insect repellent containing DEET, long trousers and long sleeve shirts should be worn during the wet season.
Nature Park Price
There are two types of fees for overseas visitors or residents in PNG.
Overseas Visitors Price
Adults : K20
Students (with ID) : K15
Kids (3-12 years old) : K10
Residents Price
Adults : K10
Students (with ID) : K7
Kids (3-12 years old) : K5
Port Moresby Nature Park Opening Hours
Mon – Fri: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Sat: 8:00am – 5:30pm
Sun: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Port Moresby Nature Park Address & Details
Spread over 30 acres and located next to UPNG.
MAP:
Address : Portion 1473 Goro Kaeaga Road, Rainbow, Port Moresby, PNG
Contact: Main: +675 3260248
Reservations: +675 3260258
Port Moresby Nature Park Website
Facebook Page : Port Moresby Nature Park
Port Moresby Nature Park Animals
Port Moresby Nature Park is home to over 550 native animals and hundreds of plant species, many of which are rarely seen outside of PNG.
For example:
Crocodiles
For PNG people, the Crocodile is one of the most important animals especially for the Sepik province, this is why the crocodile features regularly in many cultural items such as paintings and carving as it represents strength.
Cassowary (The Southern Cassowary)
Cassowary are large flightless birds most closely related to the Emu. They live in tropical forests of PNG, Indonesia, and northeastern Australia.
They have a distinctive prehistoric look highlighted by a bright blue face, two blood-red wattles on their neck, and a hollow helmet on top of their head.
Many people are scared of Cassowary because they have a reputation for being the world’s largest most dangerous bird, but rest assured that you won’t encounter wild Cassowary on the roads around Port Moresby!
Cuscus (Common Spotted Cuscus / White Cuscus)
Have you ever seen this cute animal before?!
This animal’s name is Cuscus and it can be found in the Cape York region of Australia, PNG and nearby islands.
They belong to the tree marsupial family, are closely related to possums, and are very slow, shy and nocturnal so it’s quite rare to see them during the day.
They have a very unique appearance, and can be identified by their long prehensile tail which has wooly fur on the top, and scales on the bottom, which help them climb trees! Their fur is very soft and warm, and is often used to make hats! They’re too cute to wear…
Gatherings, birthday parties, and BBQs are very popular pastimes at Port Moresby Nature Park.
