Jayapura City
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Port
Jayapura, Papua Indonesia, Indonesia
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$229.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Jayapura is the capital and largest city of the province of Papua, Indonesia. It is situated on the island of New Guinea. Jayapura is built on a slope overlooking the bay. The city has also been known in the past as Hollandia, Kota Baru, and even Sukarnopura. Among ethnic Papuans, it is also known as Port Numbai -- the City of Victory.
Non-air-conditioned transportation brings you to the Loka Budaya Museum. View the fascinating range of Papuan artifacts, including a fine collection of Asmat carvings and handicrafts from several regions. The historical photos are utterly fascinating, and the musical instruments will keep you guessing.
A photo stop at the Budhist Temple, offering a bretahtaking view of Jayapura's iconic red bridge will be made before continuing to the Hamadi central market-- the perfect place for souvenir hunting. Make the most of this opportunity to interact with local people selling handicrafts and those who are busy with daily life. Stalls selling Papuan souvenirs line the roadside.