Ambua Lodge - Bismarck Range Conservation Area
Located in the Tari Gap region of Enga Province, Ambua Lodge is world-renowned for its incredible birdwatching opportunities, including up to 13 species of Birds of Paradise. Guests can also experience the vibrant culture of the Huli Wigmen through guided village visits and traditional performances. The lodge is set amidst pristine rainforest.
- Location
- Bismarck Range Conservation Area, Central Highlands, Papua New Guinea, Southeast Asia
- Type
- eco_lodge
- Coordinates
- -5.990000, 143.100000
- Price range
- luxury
- Best season
- May to October for drier weather and trekking
- Website
- https://pngtours.com/ambua-lodge/
- Activities
- luxury_lodge
- Capacity
- 28 guests
- Rooms
- 18
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free available
- Child-friendly
- Yes
- Tank Filling
- ultra-luxury
PlnrScore: 38/100
Sustainability
Supports local Huli communities through employment and cultural tourism, promotes conservation of the unique highland ecosystem.
Best Time to Visit Ambua Lodge
The best months to visit Ambua Lodge are January, February, March, based on temperature, rainfall, weather conditions, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Month-by-Month Safari Conditions
- January: Good, temperature 22.72°C, rainfall 283.8mm, sunshine 8.3 hrs, humidity 83.1%
- February: Good, temperature 22.39°C, rainfall 335.7mm, sunshine 7 hrs, humidity 84.9%
- March: Good, temperature 22.62°C, rainfall 400.3mm, sunshine 8.3 hrs, humidity 84.7%
- April: Good, temperature 22.56°C, rainfall 449mm, sunshine 8.4 hrs, humidity 85.4%
- May: Good, temperature 23.09°C, rainfall 252.4mm, sunshine 9.2 hrs, humidity 83.9%
- June: Good, temperature 22.75°C, rainfall 132.9mm, sunshine 10 hrs, humidity 80.5%
- July: Good, temperature 23.15°C, rainfall 125mm, sunshine 10.1 hrs, humidity 77.8%
- August: Good, temperature 23.34°C, rainfall 116.9mm, sunshine 10.4 hrs, humidity 76.5%
- September: Good, temperature 23.68°C, rainfall 145.2mm, sunshine 10.4 hrs, humidity 76.3%
- October: Good, temperature 23.19°C, rainfall 268.2mm, sunshine 9.7 hrs, humidity 81%
- November: Good, temperature 23.03°C, rainfall 293.1mm, sunshine 9.6 hrs, humidity 82.5%
- December: Good, temperature 22.8°C, rainfall 397.3mm, sunshine 8.5 hrs, humidity 85.1%
Other Safari Lodges in Bismarck Range Conservation Area
Parks in Central Highlands
- Baiyer River Sanctuary - 12 km²
- Central Range Conservation Area - 8000 km²
- Crater Mountain Wildlife Management Area - 2700 km²
- Kumul Lodge Bird Sanctuary - 5 km²
- Mount Giluwe Conservation Area - 100 km²
- Mount Hagen Protected Area - 50 km²
- Mount Wilhelm Protected Area - 100 km²
- Wasi Falls Wildlife Management Area - 30 km²