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 Ambua
Lodge is
an inspired mixture of local architecture, spectacular views and modest
luxury off the beaten track. Located at 2100 metres in
the PNG Southern Highlands, homeland of the Huli clan with their human
hair wigs adorned with colourful flowers. Recipient of the 1991 Pacific
Asia Travel Association's Pacific Heritage Award which sighted Ambua
Lodge as ‘superb example of culturally sensitive
and ecological responsible tourism’.
Located in the Tari Gap area, Ambua Lodge borders on pristine mid-montane rainforest at the beginning of the valley grasslands. This location promises the visitor eternal spring weather and views of the Tari Valley. The forest canopy, a dense mass of interlocking tree tops of all shades of green and the occasional bright splash of colour, provides a natural setting and an exhilarating climate for venturing along the nature trails – cross traditional vine bridges, discover a secluded waterfall and spot high-altitude orchids and rhododendrons.
Guests are accommodated in 40 individual units set in a sea of flowers, each unit featuring 180 degree picture windows, modern bathroom, and electric blankets and continental quilts for the cool highland evenings. Ambua generates electricity from its own mini hydroelectric power plant. |
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Take
advantage of the birding in the Tari Gap area where one may chance
to observe up to 10 species of the birds of paradise. The flamboyant
Huli Wigmen of the Tari Valley have formed a strong bond between
themselves and these beautiful birds, men revere the birds by imitating
them in both daily and ceremonial life, decorating their human hair
wigs with the plumage of only the most beautiful birds.Tari is one
of the few places left where men and women can be seen wearing traditional
dress as part of daily living and men’s
wealth is still counted by the number of pigs and wives they possess.
The lodge features Highlands architecture with a main building
housing the lounge, bar, dining room, and a cosy centre fireplace.
Separate are the video room, heated spa and sauna.