Shore Excursions Options

You can select one of our Tour Options and make reservations 24 hours early for a seat.

Tour (1):- RABAUL HIGHLIGHTS

Duration: 3.5 Hours

Sites to Visit:

  1. Montevideo Maru Memorial

  2. Admiral Yamamoto Bunker

  3. Rabaul Historical Museum

  4. Rabaul Old Airport Runway

  5. Mt. Tavurvur Active Volcano Scenic View & Hot Springs

  6. Rabaul Hotel – Grab a bottle of beer or water (at your own cost)

  7. The Rabaul Caldera Systems

  8. Rabaul Volcanological Observatory

  9. Japanese Submarine Base

  10. Traditional Local Dance Performance (depends on the number of guests booked)

  11. Return to Wharf via Rabaul Market

Cost:

  • AUD 80.00 per adult

  • AUD 40.00 per child (Ages 7 to 15 years)

  • USD 70.00 per adult

  • USD 35.00 per child (Ages 7 to 15 years)

  • Minimum of 8 people required for the tour to operate

Tour (2): - PACIFIC MEMORIES TOUR

Duration: 4 Hours

Sites to Visit:

  1. Japanese Barge Tunnel

  2. The British Floating Crane

  3. Scenic View from Blue Lagoon Point

  4. Kokopo War Relics & Museum

  5. Bitapaka War Museum & War Cemetery

  6. Rapopo Resort – Grab a bottle of beer (at your own cost)

  7. Kokopo Local Market

  8. Return to Wharf

Cost:

  • AUD 80.00 per adult

  • AUD 40.00 per child (Ages 7 to 15 years)

  • USD 70.00 per adult

  • USD 35.00 per child (Ages 7 to 15 years)

  • Minimum of 8 people required for the tour to operate

Duration: 6.5 Hours (Includes 1-hour lunch break)

Sites to Visit:

  1. Japanese Barge Tunnel

  2. Kokopo War Relics & Museum

  3. Kokopo Local Market

  4. Bitapaka War Museum & War Cemetery

  5. Lunch & Comfort Stop at a Local Restaurant

  6. The Rabaul Caldera Systems

  7. Rabaul Old Airport Runway

  8. Mt Tavurvur Active Volcano scenic view & the Hot Springs

  9. Montevideo Maru Memorial

  10. Return to Wharf via Rabaul Market

Cost:

  • AUD 100.00 per adult

  • AUD 55.00 per child (Ages 7 to 15 years)

  • USD 90.00 per adult

  • USD 45.00 per child (Ages 7 to 15 years)

  • Minimum of 8 people required for the tour to operate

Optional Tours:

  • Mt Tavurvur Boat Cruise

  • Swimming – Duke of York Island

  • Traditional Cultural Activities

  • Traditional Cooking Experience

  • Shorter Tours to Meet Your Desires

  • Restaurant Stop for a Bottle of PNG Beer/Water

Tour (3):- RABAUL KOKOPO TOUR
Notes for Tour Guests

1. Upon Arrival

  • Proceed to the Jelan Tours tent at the wharf where our team will be waiting to welcome you.

  • Look for the Jelan Tours sign for easy identification.

2. Payment Process

  • Place your payment in an envelope with your full name written on it.

  • Hand the envelope to our team before boarding the tour bus.

3. Boarding the Tour Bus

  • Tour buses will be stationed at the wharf.

  • Each bus is assigned an English-speaking guide who will provide information during the tour.

  • Ensure you are on the correct bus for your selected tour package.

4. Tour Schedule

  • Start Time: Tours commence between 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM.

  • Return Time: Tours are scheduled to return well before the ship departs to ensure a timely arrival.

5. Safety & Comfort

  • Travel in air-conditioned buses with experienced drivers.

  • Your safety is our top priority throughout the tour.

6. Additional Services

  • If you have specific interests beyond the standard tours, let us know—we can customize an experience for you.

  • We facilitate donations of school supplies and other items for local children and villages.

    • If you wish to contribute, hand over the items to our team, and we will deliver them on your behalf.

    • We will provide photo confirmation of the donations.

Enjoy Your Tour with Jelan Tours! 🚢🌋🏝️

Sight seeing & Experiences

Explore our adventures, culture, and history through stunning visuals.

Jananese WWII Tunnel

Baining Fire Dance

Hot Spring

Rapopo Plantation

Bitapaka WWII Cemetry

Mt. Tavurvur Volcano

Muesum

Island Hopping

Japanese WWII Submarine Barge

Coming Up - 2025 Mask Festival

Experience adventure, culture, and history with our unique tours in Rabaul and Kokopo.

Cultural Experiences

NATIONAL MASK & TOLAI WARVAGIRA FESTIVAL 2025 – A CULTURAL SPECTACLE RETURNS!

The 27th National Mask Festival & Tolai Warwagira is back, bringing an explosion of color, tradition, and culture to Rabaul! From July 9th to 12th, 2025, Queen’s Park will come alive with vibrant performances, mesmerizing masks, and rich customs of East New Britain.

Supported by ENB Tourism Authority, PNG Tourism Promotion Authority, and the National Cultural Commission, this iconic event showcases traditional dances, arts, crafts, and local delicacies. Enjoy breathtaking fire dances, workshops, and live demonstrations in a spectacular setting.

Planning a trip? Secure your spot early! Book with us for a remarkable cultural experience in Rabaul, East New Britain Province, Papua New Guinea. Don’t miss this unforgettable event!