General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Port Moresby |
| Country | Papua New Guinea |
| Currency | Papua New Guinean kina |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 51.2% |
| Gdp | $27.19 billion |
| Size | 462,840 sq km |
| Population | 9.1 million |
| Population density | 20/sq km |
| Kids per female | 4.1 |
| City population | 13% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 25∘C |
| Summer | 30∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | English, Tok Pisin, Hiri Motu |
| Population able to read | 64.6% |
| Population with a college degree | 11.2% |
| Population able to speak english | 2% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 40 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 5.1/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Left |
| Main airline | Air Niugini |
| Main airport | Jacksons International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $1.5 |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $5 |
| Coffee | $3 |
| Beer | $4 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $250/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $70/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $150/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $10/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $5/daypass |
| Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 18% |
| Vat | 12% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $4000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | No |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 10.57/MBits |
| Tld | .pg |
| Free wifi | 4/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 15% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 75% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type I, Type C |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Amazon |
| Supermarket | Stop & Shop |
| Pharmacy | CVS |
| Drugstore | Walgreens |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | No |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 5/10 |
| Bars | 6/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 7/10 |
| Public Parks | 8/10 |
| Swimming | 8/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Rugby league |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Mumu | A traditional dish cooked in an earth oven. It typically consists of pork, chicken, vegetables, and herbs. | $10-15 |
| Saksak | A dish made from grated taro, coconut milk, and spices. It is often served with fish or meat. | $5-10 |
| Buai | A type of betel nut that is chewed with lime and pepper leaf. It is a popular stimulant in Papua New Guinea. | $1-2 |
| Kaukau | A type of sweet potato that is a staple food in Papua New Guinea. It is often boiled, roasted, or fried. | $2-5 |
| Lamington | A type of cake that is made from sponge cake, chocolate sauce, and coconut. It is a popular dessert in Papua New Guinea. | $3-5 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Buai | A mild narcotic made from the leaves of the betel nut palm, chewed with lime and mustard seed. | 0.50 |
| Coconut Water | The clear liquid inside a coconut, refreshing and hydrating. | 1.00 |
| Kava | A non-alcoholic beverage made from the root of the kava plant, with a slightly numbing effect. | 2.00 |
| Lae Lager | A popular beer brewed in Papua New Guinea, light and refreshing. | 3.00 |
| Mumu | A traditional dish made from meat, vegetables, and coconut milk, cooked in an earth oven. | 5.00 |
| Pineapple Juice | Fresh juice made from pineapples, sweet and tangy. | 2.00 |
| Sago | A starch extracted from the sago palm, used to make a variety of dishes, including soups and dumplings. | 3.00 |
| Tea | Black tea is the most popular type of tea in Papua New Guinea, often served with milk and sugar. | 1.00 |
| Water | Safe to drink from the tap in most areas, but bottled water is also available. | 1.00 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sepik Carvings | Hand-carved wooden masks, figures, and other objects | $10-$100 |
| Huli Wig | Elaborate headdresses made from human hair and feathers | $50-$500 |
| Bilum Bag | Handwoven string bags used for carrying | $10-$50 |
| Kundu Drum | Large, hourglass-shaped drums used for traditional music | $50-$200 |
| Tapa Cloth | Bark cloth decorated with traditional designs | $20-$100 |
| Shell Jewelry | Necklaces, bracelets, and earrings made from seashells | $5-$20 |
| Woven Baskets | Handwoven baskets made from natural fibers | $10-$50 |
| Coffee | Papua New Guinea is known for its high-quality coffee | $10-$20 per pound |
| Chocolate | Papua New Guinea produces some of the finest chocolate in the world | $5-$10 per bar |
| Spices | Papua New Guinea is home to a variety of spices, including nutmeg, mace, and cloves | $5-$10 per ounce |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of the new year |
| Good Friday | March or April | Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ |
| Easter Monday | March or April | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| ANZAC Day | April 25 | Commemorates the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who fought in World War I |
| Queen’s Birthday | June | Celebrates the birthday of the British monarch |
| Independence Day | September 16 | Commemorates the independence of Papua New Guinea from Australia in 1975 |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
| Boxing Day | December 26 | A public holiday the day after Christmas |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | The National |
| Online news | Loop PNG |
| Tv | EMTV |
| Radio | NBC Radio |