Wapenamanda District is a district of Enga Province of Papua New Guinea. Its capital is Wapenamanda with a population of 71,797. This place is claimed to be the highest and most rugged location in all of Papua New Guinea The Engans are referred to as 'mountain people' by other highlanders. The unique thing about Wapenamanda and the Enga district is it has only one major linguistic and ethnic group, and the shared ethnicity of the Enga speakers dominates the province's minority tribes such as the Ipili and Nete speakers. Thanks to the gold and copper mine in the west, Wapenamanda has seen some rapid changes. Thus, if you are looking for an adventure, be sure to visit Wapenamanda.

Airports available in Wapenamanda

Wapenamanda Airport (WBM)

Wapenamanda Airport (WBM) is an airport in Wapenamanda, Enga Province, Papua New Guinea. This airport only serves flight to Port Moresby that is operated by Air Niugini. This airport is currently undergoing expansion. Therefore there are not much amenities available at the airport.

How to get cheap flights to Wapenamanda

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When is the best time to fly to Wapenamanda

The average temperature in Wapenamanda does not vary much at all. The temperature is relatively hot all year round with the chance of rain year-round. The hottest months are May, October and December. The warmest time of year is generally mid-October where it would be as high as 31.2°C with temperatures dropping below 26.2°C at night. If you don't want to get caught in the rain, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation are October, September, and then February.

July is the busiest month for tourism in Wapenamanda. It is followed by September and May. During these months, prices for hotels and flights will be significantly higher than in other months. If you want to skip the crowd, tourists are unlikely to visit in December. It is also cheaper to travel here in December.

What are the top 3 things to do in Wapenamanda

Hagen Market - If you are looking forward to immersing yourself in the life of the locals, Hagen Market is the best place to visit. This market offers a wide variety of fresh produce and you can also purchase locally made meri blouses and bilams. The people at Hagen Market are also really friendly and willing to exchange a few words with tourists. However, it is essential to take care of your belongings and watch out for pickpockets. Besides, the vendors are also very welcoming when it comes to photographing their products or even themselves.

Mount Wilhelm - For travellers who appreciate nature and also want to catch a glimpse of the culture, a hike up Mount Wilhelm is a must-do. Mount Wilhelm is the highest peak in Papua New Guinea and it is home of birds of paradise, A hike up this mountain will take you across rivers, climb moss forests, grasslands and glacial valley. There is also a lodge located at the mountain for travellers to take a break before continuing their journey up the mountain. Be prepared with food and water before you go because there are no stores around. Once you reach the summit, you will be able to see the coastline, sunrise and also a glacial lake.

Mt Hagen Show - The Hagen show is held in August every year and it brings together sing-sing groups from all over the country for a show full of culture and colors. Before you head off to the venue, it is best to grab breakfast, as you will be spending your whole day watching multiple performances from various provinces. You will also get the chance to see the different body decorations, costumes and face painting. It is also possible to hire a guide through a travel agency to explain the various types of customers and culture.