PNG Liveaboard 2027
Dive the best of Papua New Guinea aboard MV FeBrina. This classic boutique liveaboard combines the lush reefs of Kimbe Bay with the offshore action of the Witu Islands and Fathers Reefs, with the potential for Rabaul wreck and jetty dives when conditions allow. Expect huge soft corals, massive sponges, schooling barracuda and jacks, sharks, mantas, dolphins, orcas and superb macro life – all with up to 4–5 dives a day.
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Papua New Guinea Liveaboard – MV FeBrina
- ✅Dates: Sat 18 – Sat 25 September 2027
- ✅Duration: 8 days / 7 nights (ex Sydney)
- ✅Price: From A$5,850 per diver (ex-Sydney, incl. flights & taxes – see inclusions)
- ✅Diving: 6 days, up to 4–5 dives/day; tanks, weights & dive guides included
- ✅Boat: MV FeBrina – intimate PNG liveaboard for just 10–12 guests
Why Dive PNG with MV FeBrina?
- Coral Triangle biodiversity: Papua New Guinea sits in one of the most diverse marine regions on Earth with incredible fish and coral life.
- Iconic regions in one trip: Sheltered Kimbe Bay, volcanic Witu Islands, pelagic-rich Fathers Reefs and the option of Rabaul wrecks and jetties.
- Big animals & macro: Mantas, hammerheads, silvertips, schooling barracuda and tuna, plus pygmy seahorses, nudibranchs and critter-filled black sand.
- Photographer friendly: High dive frequency, varied subjects and a crew renowned for finding rare critters make this a dream trip for image makers.
- Boutique liveaboard: Maximum 10–12 guests, personalised service and a schedule designed around the best sites and conditions.
What’s Included
Airfares and Taxes
Return flights ex Sydney → Hoskins (Kimbe Bay) via Port Moresby with Air Niugini (schedules subject to change)
Applicable Australian departure and airline taxes
Accommodation, Meals and Transfers
Airport transfers to/from Hoskins to join/leave the vessel
7 nights twin-share accommodation aboard MV FeBrina
Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, plus snacks, tea, coffee & drinking water- Light laundry service daily
Diving Details
Up to 4–5 dives per day on MV FeBrina (tanks, weights & dive guide services included; except arrival & departure days)
Optional Extras & Not Included
Nitrox fills – available on board (payable locally)
Scuba equipment rental (if required)
PNG chamber and port fee – payable on board
Travel insurance including compulsory DAN dive insurance
Personal spending money, bar tab and crew gratuities
All prices, airline schedules, taxes and government charges are subject to change until ticketed/confirmed.
Sample Itinerary
| Day | Plan |
|---|---|
| Day 1 – Sat 18 Sept | Depart Sydney for Hoskins (via Port Moresby) with Air Niugini. Meet local staff on arrival and transfer to MV FeBrina. Boat briefing and gear set-up. Check dive in Kimbe Bay if time and conditions permit. |
| Days 2–3 | Dive Kimbe Bay: sea mounts, walls and coral gardens covered in giant soft corals and sponges, with schools of barracuda, jacks and reef fish. Night dive and macro opportunities. |
| Days 4–5 | Steam to the Witu Islands. Volcanic sea mounts, black-sand bays and rich macro life – ghost pipefish, nudibranchs, shrimps and crabs. Expect schooling fish, turtles and possible pelagic encounters in the blue. |
| Days 6–7 | Offshore at Fathers Reefs. Dramatic drop-offs, arches and swim-throughs with strong currents bringing in sharks, rays and big schools of tuna and barracuda. Depending on conditions, the itinerary may also include Rabaul wrecks and jetty dives with superb macro subjects. |
| Day 8 – Sat 25 Sept | Morning in port. Disembark MV FeBrina and transfer to Hoskins airport for your return flights via Port Moresby to Sydney. |
This is a sample itinerary only. Exact routing and dive sites will depend on weather, tides and local conditions, and are at the discretion of the captain and cruise director.
The Boat — MV FeBrina
MV FeBrina is a classic 73-foot PNG liveaboard built for serious divers and photographers who want a complete Papua New Guinea experience in comfort and safety.
She is a traditional, very stable and extremely seaworthy motor vessel with a relaxed, homely atmosphere. Guest cabins are a mix of small singles, large singles, twin-share cabins and a double cabin in the bow, all with ensuite bathrooms and individually controlled air-conditioning. Cabins are located below deck and accessed via ladder-style stairs, so a reasonable level of mobility is required.
Maximum 10–12 guests – a genuine boutique liveaboard experience
Mix of single and twin cabins, all with ensuite bathrooms & air-conditioning
Hearty meals and snacks prepared on board, with tea, coffee & water available all day
Spacious dive deck with gear storage, camera rinse tanks and attentive dive crew
Full safety equipment, radios and experienced PNG crew with decades of local knowledge
Pricing & How to Book
A$5,850 per diver (ex Sydney)
Secure your place with an A$850 deposit per person
Complete the online booking form once your deposit has been paid
Full terms & conditions as per Dive Adventures (Booking Ref: S-30534)
Prices, taxes and airline schedules are subject to change at any time without notice due to currency fluctuations and supplier rate changes. Government and chamber/port fees are set locally and may change before departure.
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Questions?
Call 02 9583 9662 or email [email protected].
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