Tiki Tu is a 10 metre performance cruising catamaran. She is light, allowing for excellent performance in light airs. She is spacious, with 56 sq metres of deck space, including a large forward trampoline to soak up the sun. She has an awning which covers the whole back deck to shade you from the sun and keep you dry during the tropical rains whilst at anchor. Tiki Tu is ideal for relaxing and peaceful cruising as she sits flat in the water without the constant roll that monohulls offer. Her draft is under 1 metre allowing her to enter shallow anchorages very close to the islands, and the reefs.

Crystal clear water, white sandy beaches, friendly people, spectacular coral reefs, world class surf breaks, abundant fishing, picturesque villages, fascinating cultures, idyllic palms and unforgettable sunsets make this region a travellers delight and an unspoilt, isolated paradise. What better way to completely experience all that is on offer than the simplicity and freedom of a live-aboard yacht charter.

The islands of the Bismarck Archipelago are untouched by mass tourism, untroubled by 5-star resorts and package tourists not interested in the culture of the country that they are visiting. Every experience that you have will feel like you are the first to experience it, the first person to visit this island village, surf this wave or snorkel on this reef.

Undiscovered waves going unridden? – Plenty of them.

The Surf

As the first surf charter operation in Papua New Guinea, Adventures In Paradise have been lucky to have pioneered some great surfing locations. Adam, your skipper, has been surfing for over 35 years and is the best person to take you surfing to the breaks in this area, many of which he was the first ‘white-skin’ to surf. All breaks are uncrowded reefs and points, most with an excellent anchorage nearby or right next to the break. Easily accessible, with heaps of variety, and open to the north-west swells that hit the area from November through to April. The surf averages 3-5 foot.

In an effort to promote sustainable development of the sport of surfing and surf tourism, the Niu Ailan Surfriders Alliance (NASA) manage and oversee Surf Management Plans in four areas of New Ireland.

Kavieng, Lavongai, East Coast and Central Coast

The Management Plans are essentially a surf quota system with prescribed base fees, and are not exclusive to New Ireland, as other forms exist in other parts of Papua New Guinea, with the aim of fostering local club development, community development initiatives, good relations and just as importantly, sustainable surf tourism development and a truly unforgettable PNG surfing experience.

Tiki Tu generally heads to the Lavongai area, but also does charters within the Kavieng area. You can opt to book into both plans to keep your options open. Or do a couple of days in the Kavieng area, then move onto the Lavongai area. Or you can just head out to Lavongai. The choice is yours.

All visiting surfers to New Ireland must pay the following fees, and be booked into the relevant Surf Management Plan(s):

1. $25.00 per surfer Surf Association of PNG (SAPNG) levy,
2. $10 per surfer per day Niu Ailan Surfriders Alliance (NASA) / Kavieng Surf Club (KSC) fee

There are no surf transfer fees on board Tiki Tu.

Adventures In Paradise are endorsed by the Surfing Association of Papua New Guinea (SAPNG), and are members of the Niu Ailan Surfriders Alliance. When booking with Adventures In Paradise, you can rest assured that you will be booked into the surf quota.

Guests aboard Tiki Tu are often surprised to discover that PNG has an indigenous form of surfing, practiced long before the arrival of the white skins and modern surfboards. Surf craft are usually discarded and reshaped pieces of outrigger canoe hulls and ridden either lying down or sometimes standing up. Crew are blown away by the stoke and spirit the local kids have for surfing. This is perhaps the most pure form of surfing experience available left on the planet. We suggest you see it while you still can. The best thing about cruising this area is the real possibility of finding that virgin wave. If you’re not the first person ever to have surfed it, you will certainly feel like you are.

• Meet & Greet at Kavieng Airport
• Return airport transfers to and from Tiki Tu
• Accommodation on board
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, plus snacks
• Drinking Water & Fruit Juices
• Services of local guides / surf guide
• Excursions to local islands
• All Island/Community Fees
• Use of Snorkelling Gear
• Use of Fishing Gear

Tiki Tu is certainly not an alcohol-free boat, but alcohol and soft drinks are not included in your charter cost. You can BYO, or we can arrange to have whatever you want to have on board for your charter.

All meals are freshly prepared, and take advantage of what this tropical island region has to offer - Fresh fruit and vegetables and an abundance of fish and shellfish. Of course, if you have any special requests then we can normally accommodate them. When making your booking, you will be asked to complete a form regarding the catering for your specific charter (this is also where you let us know what alcohol you would like, and quantities).

Malili
A fast, hollow left, with a long ride wrapping an island, similar to Restaurants at Tavarua. A mellower option on the larger days, and good for all abilities.

Vala Vala
A right-hand reef pass close to shore, with a flat weed-covered reef, and a double bowl section. This is the best hot-dog wave in the islands. Very consistent due to the focusing nature of the swell.

Korongai (also known as Gas Chambers)
A slab reef located in the entrance to a bay, which breaks both left and right. Extremely hollow in both directions, but only for 25 metres. Paddle, pull in, grab the rail, then get spat out. A four second ride that is a guaranteed cover-up.

Naikasau (also known as Outer Kiddies)
A fast playful right, breaking off a beautiful point on an island. Short and shallow, but not too fast, just a lot of fun.

Clem’s Right
Potentially one of the best waves in the area. A peeling right-hander, up to a 100-yard ride, with a nice consistent wall, that just keeps pulling up in front of you. Very beautiful location.

Senta Pass
Extremely fast and hollow left. Goofy footers only, unless you really rip. One tube recorded at 11 seconds, followed by a trip to the Haus Sik (hospital). Get the picture?!!!

Anselim’s Reef
Not frequently surfed, but sheltered in an easterly wind. Needs quite a bit of swell before it kicks in. Outer island location.