Tufi Resort

Tufi Resort

Tufi is located in Oro Province on the NE side of the mainland of Papua New Guinea approximately 250 kilometers east north east of the capital, Port Moresby.

Situated between Lae and Alotau on the tip of Cape Nelson, Tufi is 130km east of recognised areas such as Kokoda and 120km east south east of the city of Popondetta, the capital of Oro Province.

Tufi, originally a small government station, is still only accessible by air or sea. The flight time from Port Moresby to Tufi is approximately 50-55minutes. Domestic flights with Airlines PNG and local charter companies are available. Tufi is one of the only resorts where you fly directly into the resort. The airstrip is a 5 minute walk from the resort or a 3 minute drive. On arrival you will be met by the Tufi Resort staff and escorted to the resort. The resort, placed to perfection, is positioned in one of the most beautiful and pristine regions of PNG. Nestled on top of one of the many fjord hilltops Tufi offers convenient access to its clear waters and unmatched marine biodiversity. TUFI is host to some of the best diving in PNG. From large coral formations to sandy cays, deep fjords and the surrounding rainforest, TUFI is The Adventurer’s Paradise, offering trekking and exploring, cultural interaction, outrigger safaris, kayaking, fishing and bird watching.

Tufi Resort set in an idyllic bush setting gives you the opportunity to relax and appreciate the tranquil beauty of the region. Accommodation at Tufi offers choices of stand-alone bungalows with ocean or sea views or premium rooms, all air-conditioned and fanned, strategically placed near the main resort facilities, yet still offer privacy to relax and take in the environment. Additionally the accommodation includes 24 hour electricity, hairdryers, hot water, bar fridge and tea and coffee making facilities. What’s more, our resort offers chef prepared meals, is licensed and offers a select range of premium beer, wine and mixed drinks for purchase, 24 hour WIFI and a pool to soak up the sun. The Tufi friendly management team will make your stay all the more memorable. From the moment you arrive you will notice their exceptional level of personal service and care combined with a good sense of humour and fun.

Scuba Diving

Tufi Resort is one of the few destinations in Papua New Guinea to offer year round diving. The clear, calm and protected waters of the tropical fjords offer perfect diving for macro and muck diving, such as the popular House Reef which is only 3 minutes’ walk from the resort.

Tufi is a fully PADI certified diving resort which has been operating day dive trips to the outer reefs for over 15 years. Along with muck diving, Tufi offers amazing outer reef and wreck dives. The nearest open water reef is just 15 minutes by boat. With over 30 major dive sites in the nearby tropical waters of the Solomon Sea, there are many uncharted reefs waiting to be explored.

The stunning marine biodiversity makes this a unique reef system. Coral outcrops are so abundant with fish, that the saying “more fish than water” is a common phrase. Pelagic schools of tuna, Spanish mackerel, barracuda, white tip and black tip reef sharks, hammerheads and the rare white hammerheads, inhabit these exotic waters. Turtles, manta rays and eagle rays are also seen cruising by.

Experienced dive crews with quality gear, dive boats and local knowledge of the TUFI reef systems make diving at TUFI Resort an unforgettable experience. If not a diver, snorkelers can enjoy many of our outer reef coral shelves along with great snorkeling in the fjords. Fishing, kayaking, hobie cats are all on offer as other water activities to indulge in.

If above the ground is your preference the region offers short to medium trekking trips, bird watching, PNG Cultural demonstrations. For those that want a village experience we suggest an overnight stay in a village guesthouse which can truly immerse the visitor into the local culture of the area.

Tufi Resort provides for your convenience a Port Moresby office. The friendly team can arrange meet and greets and your transfers to Tufi and back. The Tufi Team also will assist in all domestic airline ticketing and issue that upon final receipt of your accommodation pre-payment.

Tufi Resort is totally integrated with and has the support of the local community. Tufi is committed to responsible tourism; the resort relies on the support of the local community and is committed to assisting local guesthouses so much so that you that we encourage our visitors to combine a resort visit, along with a local guesthouse visit or overnight stay which proceeds go back to the community.

Contact

P O Box 1845
Port Moresby
Papua New Guinea

+675 323 5995 or +675 323 3462
reservations@tufiresort.com

Tufi Resort