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Loloata Island Resort
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Located a mere 15 minutes from the international airport, just offshore from Port Moresby, Loloata Island Resort is a peaceful alternative to the contemporary hotels of Port Moresby. The colonial-style elevated units have wide verandas for viewing the ocean or simply relaxing.
Loloata Island, traditionally used as a feasting ground by the local people living in the surrounding coastal area, is today well known for its unique cooking style—the resort blends the Pacific custom of “ample sufficiency” with its renowned friendly service and no-one leaves disappointed with the cuisine.
A bonus is the freshly roasted Highland coffee which is available for guests anytime of the day or night with the compliments of the management.
Evenings at the resort commence with hors d’oeuvres on the patio and bar at 6 pm. After enjoying the spectacle of the sunset, guests can dine at a barbecue out by the seawall, or sample one of Loloata’s renowned smorgasboards or buffets.
Peaceful alternative
Watersports abound at Loloata Island Resort—there are facilities to swim, kayak, surf ski, snorkel or scuba dive. Bushwalking or strolling along the beaches is a relaxing pastime and it’s possible to make it around the whole island in about an hour.
For avid snorkellers, trips to nearby Lion Island, which is famous for its range of hard and soft corals and fish diversity, depart as, and when, guests require. Scuba trips to Horseshoe Reef Marine Park and its wrecks, and journeys further along the coastal lagoon operate daily aboard the two purpose built nine–metre Dive Loloata boats.
Guests determined to relax as much, and to move as little as possible, will undoubtedly prefer to merely observe the aquatic activities from an easy chair under a coconut tree with one of the resort’s well known ‘Bootless Bay Thirst Quenchers’ in hand.
As well as catering to holidaymakers and diving and water enthusiasts, Loloata Island Resort also offers facilities for conference groups. In addition the resort provides 4WD tours to the National Park and the famous Kokoda Track.
There are also city tours to the museum, National Parliament, botanical gardens and PNG Arts.
Location of Loloata Island Resort
Guide to Port Moresby
At the entrance of Fairfax Harbour lies Lolorua and Daugo (Fishermen's) Island, favourite picnic areas for sailors. Beautiful views from Paga Point overlook Ela Beach and Koki Point. Juxtaposed to the metropolis is the partly stilt-based Hanuabada Village.
Burnt after WWII, the big village was rebuilt by the Australian Administration. Despite cosmetic changes, the character of the village is still there and is renowned for elaborate ceremonies. Koki market on the waterfront is a favourite for trade in fresh seafood and has a colourful fruit and vegetable market. Be sure to visit PNG Arts and Beyond Art, to see PNG's largest collection of tribal artefacts.
The National Parliament, a symbol of modern architecture, contrasts with the dignity of traditional design at The National Museum and Art Gallery. The first permanent display of local artefacts was established here in 1978 and is well worth a visit. Located on the slopes of Independence Hill at Waigani, it's open weekdays and Sunday afternoons.
In September join in the celebrations of the Hiri Moale Festival to commemorate the historical trade between villagers around the Gulf Province and the Motuans and Koitabuans of Central Province. The festival features canoe races, processions, choirs, string bands, sing-singsand the Hiri Queen contest.
The Sogeri Plateau (46 kilometres from Port Moresby) is where the Kokoda Trail became the centre of war between Japanese and Allied Troops during WWII.
Variarata National Park is a spectacular mountain region, with views over Port Moresby and the coastline. If you get up early enough, you can catch the mist blanketing the ranges.
Westbound from Port Moresby is the Hiritano Highway, connecting the city with Bereina, home of the Kairuku and Mekeo people. The Mekeos are renowned for their strong chieftain system and grand traditional costumes.