Super Yacht Charter & Tours

Laikim PNG's experienced staff & partners have been offering Yacht Services in Papua New Guinea for over 30 years.

We offer full service super yacht charters and tours. This is the most luxurious and safe way to travel in Papua New Guinea and with the addition of a helicopter, not much is out of reach.

Our charters depart close to these airports in Papua New Guinea:

1. Kavieng Airport in New Ireland
2. Tokua Airport in East New Britain
3. Gurney Airport near Milne Bay

We have some of the best local guides in the country who have been working on and supporting super yachts for decades. We offer tours throughout Papua New Guinea, so we have connections to the locals throughout the country.

Prices are approximately $500,000 USD per week (plus expenses). Pricing does depend on the yacht, its features and itinerary. Most yachts sleep between 10 and 12 guests. Yachts usually have a minimum charter of 7 days, sometimes longer.

We are able to look after everything from the yacht charter, food and supplies provisioning, international flights into airports other than Port Moresby, transfers, fuel, helicopters, medical and security.

We offer the following services

Yacht Charter:

We offer boat charter through our boat partners globally. We work with yacht charter companies throughout the world to provide you with the experience you want. We can organise yachts of any size from small to super yachts that are pure luxury.

Aircraft Charter:

We offer air charter through our partners who operate in Australia and Papua New Guinea. Aircraft includes both fixed wing (jet and propellor) and helicopter.

Fuel:

Refuelling both aircraft and boats with supply independent of local suppliers. Fuel can be supplied in Papua New Guinea and in Australian waters (if applicable).

Cultural Attache:

Onboard Cultural Attache, a highly experienced Papua New Guinea national who can navigate you and your boat through the complexities of Papua New Guinea’s culture & customs. We offer extensive options to visit sights and adventures throughout Papua New Guinea, including adventures accessible only by helicopter and locations only known to a few.

The annual calendar of all the cultural shows, surfing, and diving, bird watching, trekking, fishing seasons can be made available at the time of travel confirmation.

We offer a guide to PNG's geography and demographics from our unique perspective.

Mindfulness activities:

If slowing down and getting connected to the moment, our staff can lead mindful practices and physical exercises like yoga for your guests and crew.

Safety and Security:

Safety is our top priority. We've taken proactive measures to address potential issues appropriately. Our decades of relationships and networks ensure security, and we have 

contingency plans in place to handle any unexpected situations. We can supply local experts and western elite military trained personnel depending on your needs.

Spare Parts:

Parts for all boats including air freight and customs clearance. This service is supported by an experienced Superyacht designer and captain based in Australia who will source the parts. In high urgency situations, we can have parts flown on a charter jet to most airports in Papua New Guinea then via helicopter to the yacht, which is as fast as possible.

Water:

We can provide access to fresh drinkable water from Papua New Guinea pristine waters. Bottled water is available from our food and drink providore services. Additional sources of water can be arranged if needed.

Victualing/Provisions:

We can arrange all your food & drink requirements from within Papua New Guinea and from Australia. Inside Papua New Guinea, some food and drink delicacies are limited so we recommend you order these things ahead of time.

For local uncooked food, we can take you to the local markets which are a great source of nourishing abundance and we will organise procuring food from local markets. 

Please be aware that bringing food items, seeds, spices, live or dry plants, animals, or animal products requires special consideration.

Our extensive local contacts allow us to coordinate food collection and depending on your travel destination within PNG, we can provide you with the contacts for food collection, and our guides will assist in coordinating.

Flowers:

Experience the beauty of PNG with our local flowers and leaves to decorate your living spaces daily. We can arrange for specific varieties and offer alternatives if necessary.

Customs Regulations:

Leave the coordination inward and outward clearance, cruising permits, private aircraft approvals and helicopter permits to us. We’ll take care of air traffic control as well, ensuring smooth sailing for your charter. 

In Papua New Guinea, drugs, pornographic materials, firearms, and weapons are strictly prohibited.

Currency Exchange

We can organise currency exchange of any amount of foreign currency into the local currency of Papua New Guinea: Kina. We can also organise the exchange of any amount of Kina into the foreign currency of your choice.

Visa & Immigration Services

We offer visa services for all people coming across the international borders of Papua New Guinea. 

For charter flights not arriving in Port Moresby, we can organise for immigration officers to meet you and your flight at the airport of your choice.

Internet and Mobile Service:

We can provide internet connectivity throughout the country. We can also provide mobile phone services in every location mobile service is available. For highly specialised communications needs, we have communications experts available.

Alcohol:

We are able to supply alcohol through our providoring services. Within Papua New Guinea, some alcohol options are limited, so please order specialty alcohol ahead of time through our Australian providoring.

In addition to what you have onboard, please be aware of the 2 litre limit per person when coming across the international border to Papua New Guinea.

Anchorage Fees and Cultural Behaviour:

Papua New Guinea is the only country with anchorage fees, and each area has its own fees, typically benefiting local communities.

Laikim PNG is a proud member of the Tourism Industry Association of PNG, ensuring we meet the necessary industry standards throughout all of Papua New Guinea. Our strong connections with local communities are a cornerstone of our tourism business in PNG. Your journey with Laikim PNG promises safety, cultural richness, and unforgettable experiences. We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful country.