Manus Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
province of Papua New Guinea
About Manus
Manus Province is the smallest province inPapua New Guineain terms of land mass, but it covers a large sea area. The total population is around 50,000, spread over the 18-island Admiralty Group and one or two other islands and atolls. During World War II most of the islands were occupied by the Japanese. In February 1944 the islands were retaken by the Americans under General Douglas MacArthur. Much of the province is covered by thick rainforest. Orchids flourish and there are numerous birds. Animals are possum, bandicoot and wild pig. There are many coral atolls surrounding the main islands and the reefs are accessible by outboard motor or canoe and provide superb diving and fishing. Dugong and turtle can be seen. Sea kayaking is fast becoming popular. The American anthropologist, Margare
Where to Stay in Manus
- 🏨Harbourside Hotel
- 🏨Kohai Lodge
Manus Travel Guide Sections
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