Papua tourism potential

The latest tourism statistics offer another encouraging signal for Papua’s visitor economy. Papua tourism growth accelerated in June 2026, with the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) Papua reporting that international tourist …

The Yobeh Traditional Festival transformed the shores of Lake Sentani in Jayapura Regency into a vibrant celebration of Indigenous culture from 31 July to 1 August 2026, as residents of …

Jakarta hosted a spotlight event for the promotion of Papua Selatan tourism, with the Papua Selatan Provincial Government presenting the region’s unique natural landscapes, Indigenous cultural heritage, and creative industries …

The success of the Biak Munara Wampasi Festival (BMW Festival) 2026, which was held from 1 to 7 July, has strengthened Papua’s growing reputation as a destination where cultural heritage, …

Long before modern state boundaries divided the Pacific Ocean into separate countries, communities throughout the region were connected by migration routes, maritime traditions, languages, and cultural practices that spanned from …

For years, the aging Sarinah Building has been a familiar sight to Jayapura residents who pass through the city center. Nearby, Ampera Field is still one of the few open …

When Tourism Minister Widiyanti Putri Wardhana arrived in Raja Ampat on May 11-12, 2026, the visit was deliberately kept relatively low profile. There were meetings with regional officials, inspections of …

The room did not feel like a formal diplomatic event. People moved around slowly, stopping at displays, listening, and watching. In a corner, music started before most realized it. The …

On April 23-24, 2026, people had already gathered along the shoreline in Nabire. Some came for the race. Others just wanted to watch. Children moved closer to the water, adults …

For years, getting to Papua felt like a journey you had to really want. Travelers landing in Bali often stopped there, drawn by its beaches, culture, and well-developed tourism scene. …