Bensbach Wildlife Lodge
Located in the remote Western Province, Bensbach is renowned for its vast savannahs teeming with wildlife, often compared to an African safari. Guests enjoy game drives, birdwatching (including numerous waterfowl and raptors), and fishing for barramundi in the Bensbach River. It's one of PNG's premier destinations for land-based wildlife viewing.
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Bensbach Wildlife Lodge in Mount Bosavi Conservation Area
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Nearest Airport
Bosavi Airstrip
Nearest International Airport
Nadzab Tomodachi International Airport
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