Private tour

The Kingdom of bird

Trip Summary

Arfak the kingdom of bird

A birdwatching adventure immersing you in the breathtaking beauty of Highland of Papua. 

 

Guided by experienced experts, you’ll journey deep into this remote wilderness to witness the rare and magnificent Birds of Paradise, where unique montane species and the mesmerizing dance of the Western Parotia await

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Trip highlight

The Arfak Mountains in West Papua offer a birder’s paradise  and unique wildlife. This remote, biodiverse area allows visitors to witness extraordinary bird behaviors in pristine montane forests. Guided by local experts for nature and birding enthusiasts.

Day 1 

Arrive in Sentani Airport and transfer to accomodation

 

Day 2 

Full day birdwatching in Arfak Mountain

 

Day 3 

Full day birdwatching in Arfak Mountain

 

Day 4 

Back to Manokwari and transfer to the airport

Detail Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Arfak Mountain

The tour starts with arrivals into Manokwari Airport continuing to the Arfak Mountain, where we will be based for the next three nights at a basic guesthouse with sharing bathroom. The remainder of the day will be spent exploring the kingdom of bird. Night at Arfak Mountain.

Arfak Mountain

Day 2

Birdwatching in Arfak Mountain

Today, we will begin our journey exploring the spots in these remote mountains, we will search for unique mountain birds, including some of the most sought-after species in New Guinea. The highlight of our second day here will likely be the chance to witness the dance displays of the Western Parotia.

Western Parotia

Day 3

Full day of birding in Arfak Mountain

Today, our exploration will focus on finding other endemic birds-of-paradise of these mountains: Black-billed and Black Sicklebills, and The Vogelkop superb bird-of-paradise. We also encounter the remarkable Magnificent Bird-of-paradise, Masked and Vogelkop Bowerbirds and much more beside.

Masked bowerbird

Day 4

Transfer to the airport

Today, we will conclude our trip with a final morning birding session in the forest, followed by breakfast at the lodge before heading to the airport.

Greater lophorina

Accommodation

Basic homestay with sharing bathroom

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