VAI → WWK

Torricelli Mountains

Dramatic views of the steep, jungle-clad peaks that dominate the landscape between Vanimo and Aitape.

Sissano Lagoon

A prominent coastal landmark and the site of the 1998 tsunami, now a significant geographic feature of the coastline.

Pristine Rainforest

An expansive, unbroken canopy of tropical greenery extending from the coast deep into the interior.

Aitape Township

Aerial perspective of the historic coastal town and its surrounding missions and coconut plantations.

Meandering River Deltas

Spectacular views of brown, silt-laden rivers snaking through the jungle and meeting the blue ocean.

White Sand Beaches

Long stretches of secluded, palm-fringed beaches that line the route toward Wewak.

Bismarck Sea

Uninterrupted views of the deep blue tropical waters stretching toward the northern horizon.

Coastal Reef Systems

Intricate coral formations visible in the shallow turquoise waters during the initial climb out of Vanimo.

Maritime Activity

Small coastal trading vessels and traditional outrigger canoes frequently dot the near-shore waters.