Samarai Port

Samarai Island, Papua New Guinea

Samarai Island, located in Milne Bay Province, Papua New Guinea, is a historically significant trading port and stop-over between Australia and East Asia. Once the second largest town after Port Moresby, it played a crucial role in the region's commerce. Destroyed during World War II and later rebuilt, Samarai has since fallen into disrepair, but was declared a National Historical Heritage Island in 2006. The island, with a population of 460, boasts a rich history dating back to its discovery in 1873. Attractions include ruins from the World War II era, a renovated port, and the unique flora and fauna like the Lesser Papuan pipistrelle and Watts's pipistrelle bats. Samarai offers a glimpse into its cosmopolitan past and the challenges it faced with changing economic landscapes.

Location

City: Samarai

Region: Milne Bay

Country: Papua New Guinea

Coordinates: 10.6125° S, 150.6647° E

Port Information

  • Common Name: Samarai Island, Papua New Guinea
  • Popularity: 7
  • Last Updated: 2/13/2024