Kumul Lodge - Bismarck Range Conservation Area
A simpler, yet highly acclaimed birdwatching lodge located in the Enga Province, famous for its daily bird feeding sessions where guests can observe several species of Birds of Paradise (e.g., Ribbon-tailed Astrapia, Brown Sicklebill) and other montane birds up close. It offers a more rustic and intimate wildlife experience in the highlands.
- Location
- Bismarck Range Conservation Area, Central Highlands, Papua New Guinea, Southeast Asia
- Type
- eco_lodge
- Coordinates
- -5.700000, 143.800000
- Price range
- mid-range
- Best season
- May to October for birdwatching and hiking
- Website
- https://www.kumullodge.com/
- Activities
- eco_lodge
- Rooms
- 10
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free available upon request
- Tank Filling
- luxury
PlnrScore: 35/100
Sustainability
Dedicated to bird conservation, particularly Birds of Paradise, and supports local communities through employment and cultural exchange.
Best Time to Visit Kumul Lodge
The best months to visit Kumul 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