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Wamena Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

district in Jayawijaya Regency, Highland Papua, Indonesia

About Wamena

Wamena's population consists of, the majority of the native Papuan including Dani, Lani, Yali, also other Indonesian such as Buginese, Javanese, and Minang. Christianity is the majority religion in Wamena at about 84% of the population, with Islam at about 15%, Hindu at about 0.12%, and the rest is a smattering of other religions.

Top Attractions in Wamena

Explore the best things to see and do in Wamena:

  • Baliem Valley
  • Bukit Pesali Walesi
  • Hutan Kota Isakusa Wamena
  • Jembatan Gantung Sinakma
  • Kebun Raya Biologi Wamena
  • Lokale Wosi Cave
  • Pasir Putih Wamena
  • Telaga Biru Maima

Where to Eat in Wamena

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Blambangan

Where to Stay in Wamena

  • 🏨Baliem Pilamo Hotel
  • 🏨Putri Dani Inn

Wamena Travel Guide Sections

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