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AT THE LODGE: Welcome to VSL Welcome to Vanimo Surf Lodge. Before you move into your allocated hut can I have five minutes over dinner tonight to explain some important information about your visit. Any questions or concerns please talk with the Manager directly VSL…

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Flight cancellations and changes are inevitable at some stage in this post COVID environment that we live in regardless of what country you are travelling from OR to. In the event that your flights to OR from Vanimo are disrupted please contact Vanimo Surf Lodge…

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Packing your gear is very important due to the fact that a lot of baggage handlers do not take care. We suggest when packing boards to buy a couple of swim pool noodles and split them down the length through the middle and then wrap…

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All travellers are advised to bring their own medical kit and medications. There is a chemist in town that can provide most items if you forget. The Chemist prices are usually double to triple what you would normally pay. The lodge has some basic First…

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Holiday visas 30 Day are required before entering Papua New Guinea and it is a good idea to apply as early as possible AND they are valid for 6 months from date of approval. Visas currently cost USD$50 via the online application process at https://evisa.ica.gov.pg/evisa/account/Apply…

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Win a Surfboard Competition Winner   Congratulations Tim Grant 2022-23 Season Winner !   Our Win a Surfboard Competition season 2023-24 Winner will be announced 1st May 2024. Prize being a new DBurge Surfboard ready for your next trip to Vanimo Surf Lodge! If you…

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We are currently accepting bookings for this season 2023-24 and next season 2024-25, we are OPEN for bookings !!! If you would like to secure a booking you need to make a full payment via the Book Now tab and a receipt will be provided…

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Overnight Hotels & Food Options When overnighting Port Moresby some of the best hotels of which there are many are The Airways, The Gateway, Lamana Hotel, Raintree etc. There are also many restaurants to eat at the hotels OR why not get a local taxi…

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A guided walk to the local waterfalls is possible with a days notice subject to guide availability. It is recommended that you have appropriate footwear with good grip and a firm sole. Also take some drinking water and some basic first aid and insect repellant….

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Air Niugini Sporting Goods Extra Baggage Allowance   Refer Air Niugini webpage for updates. airniugini.com.pg/conditions-of-carriage   As at 26th January 2020 Additional Free Baggage; A fully collapsible wheelchair and/or a pair of crutches if the passenger is dependent on this for both domestic and international…

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It’s You Choice Technology escape OR stay connected, your choice, a lot of surfers prefer to escape technology and leave their phones and laptops at home. But, if you need to stay connected we suggest you collect a local PNG phone SIM at the Port…

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Basic health care for visiting 3rd world countries Some basic health care recommendations for travelling to ANY third world country. 1. See your doctor 4-8 weeks before departure and seek professional medical advice. 2. Pack your own basic first aid kit 3. Take all your…

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New Vanimo Surf Lodge trucker caps ON SALE NOW at the Lodge 2023 If you would like a new Vanimo Surf Lodge trucker cap as a memento of your visit see Jake the manager and he will happily sell you one or more!!!

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Group Tours led from Sydney or Brisbane If you have a group of 10 or more you can have a tour leader guide your group to Vanimo out of Sydney OR Brisbane commencing on a Saturday and returning on the following Friday, just add AUD$300…

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Supporting local kids Vanimo Surf Lodge has a wonderful program of working with local kids, which introduces them to a simple work ethic that will benefit them for life. In exchange for some very basic ‘chores’ – like 30 minutes of cleaning up our beautiful…

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We’re on both Facebook and Instagram if you would like to Follow us and keep up to date with any specials and latest guests photos and videos !!! Win a surfboard competition drawn each May from guests that provide their email address and email to…

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Spending Money at Vanimo Surf Lodge You need to bring between K500-K1000 for payment of your bar tab, BSP bank has malfunctioned and retired our EFTPOS terminal. If you don’t bring cash you will need to go to the Vanimo township and queue at an…

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Travel Tips When travelling from Vanimo over the border to Jayapura, it is advisable to ensure you have a valid passport and approved Indonesian entry visa. There is an Indonesian consulate office located in Vanimo town where travellers can submit their applications. It is good…

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TripAdvisor is the world’s largest travel site, enabling travelers to plan and book the perfect trip. TripAdvisor offers advice from millions of travelers and a wide variety of travel choices and planning features. Vanimo Surf Lodge is now on TripAdvisor and you can find out…

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