I grew up in PNG and still speak Tok Pisin fluently...I did the Kokoda twice during high school there, once flying in like you and walking back and then also going the other way from Sogeri to Kokoda. Back then no porters and no commercialism...we carried our own packs and just had one guide. If you get back, do the Yongai to Woitape trek, climbing Mt Albert Edward along the way...beautiful scenery...great memories from PNG, beautiful people and beautiful country. Then go to New Ireland, hire a bicycle and cycle down the Boluminski Highway, just to see a beautiful island and stop at the villages along the way..chew some buai lol.
@thvtsydneylyf3th0773 жыл бұрын
thats awesome man, do you ever go back?
@Bobskiboy853 жыл бұрын
@@thvtsydneylyf3th077 Hi mate, yeh a few times but not since 2010. Went up there to help my Dad pack up before he moved to Australia for health reasons. Awesome country and 99% of the people are just humble and good hearted. The cities give the place a bad name and the raskols, but the rest stunning and pure beauty, especially love the Highlands and the mountains and rivers.
@user-xx1qz8vs4o2 жыл бұрын
GOOD TOURISTS TO DESTROY DO NOT PROTECT YOUR COUNTRY SAD
@reatea37082 жыл бұрын
An you stap.where may!!?
@maddiedorrellrose5402 Жыл бұрын
I've got a stream of income, that is an online business which is currently making me more than $20k monthly, it's called an advance asset trade, if you’re interested in making good income online I can send you some more info on how it worked for me.
@janellerich2 жыл бұрын
I was born and raised in Papua New Guinea! 🇵🇬🇵🇬👍👋! 😄 I was born in MT. Hagen.. western highlands province. Raised in the southern highlands. In the widu valley! I speak English, widu, imbangu, kewabe, my home! I’m a citizen! 😁🇵🇬👋
@jamessteamerslifeadventure969510 ай бұрын
I am off to PNG in only a couple of weeks as of October 2023. I am hoping for an incredible adventure! Wish I could hear from you.
@paulakula512110 ай бұрын
I am glad you're visiting PNG. I am traveling up there with my wife in January 2024.
@user-nh1oi2ym7z2 ай бұрын
Thank you for showing Papua New Guinea to the world.
@jasongonzales40703 жыл бұрын
you're amazing mate! Love the doc, got me emotional... PNG is untouched virgin environment, riches with natural and magical places, makes us wonders, how blessed it is.. LOVE from Philippines... God bless PNG
@joewagi69013 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much bro, I’m from Papua New Guinea Living in the Philippines...I love your comment.... Salamat Kuiya
@ardi083 жыл бұрын
@@joewagi6901 Is Papua New Guinea really that dangerous like what reported by many news medias?
@marlonaugwi11113 жыл бұрын
Barii koii ✊
@mdproperty29632 жыл бұрын
@@ardi08 Hi bro, not true. Friendly people. It's the people who don't go out that says it's dangerous but not us all are dangerous. Everywhere in this world, there's good and bad. We are happy to always welcome new people into our country and show them our beautiful country with spectacular places to visit. Cheers, from Lae, Morobe
@maddiedorrellrose5402 Жыл бұрын
@@mdproperty2963 I've got a stream of income, that is an online business which is currently making me more than $20k monthly, it's called an advance asset trade, if you’re interested in making good income online I can send you some more info on how it worked for me.
@edwardheboumase42510 ай бұрын
As a Papua New Guinean, I am so proud of my country. Thank you for showcasing the beauty warmth and hospitality of my people. I am sure this was a life-changing and wonderful experience for you. I know and hope these videos will make a positive impact on my people and country and encourage more visitors to visit more places that are so beautiful but most importantly the beauty of our culture and people...
@AbdurRazzak-cu1ps Жыл бұрын
Love from Bangladesh 🇧🇩
@tonytugiau986Ай бұрын
This is the "kokoda track" in Papua New Guinea. The rugged mountain terrain where WW2 war battle took place between Australia and Japanese soldiers. It's part of history now.😊😊
@davidkamqwerty23464 жыл бұрын
Your truly are a genuine guy. Other tourists, travelers or visitors etc.. should learn from you by mingling with the locals and have personal experience of the culture and people by physically living with them like u did. Instead, they stay in hotels in the city and make up all sorts of negetive stories about this beautiful country. There's more this country has to offer if they would only pick up their lazy butts and get out of the hotel rooms to experience other parts of PNG. Well done and keep up the good work your doing..
@BackpackingTV4 жыл бұрын
Thanks David!
@benjaminvan3603 Жыл бұрын
Wow great approach to life Bồ, making assumptions about people based on where they stay on holiday. If only you would pickup your lazy butts and don’t judge people on holiday accommodations 🤦🏻♂️.
@morosuave48074 жыл бұрын
Wow! It emotionally pains me seeing this. The beauty of this country, dense forests, rural villages, the diverse cultures, even dirt and just the smiles from the people and children with nothing but sense of happiness . How amazing. Thanks for visiting.
@eriklarson9137 Жыл бұрын
I agree. Seeing people that are happy enrages me.
@tommakire51085 күн бұрын
Where else in the world would you see love, kindness, happiness, respect and joy. Regardless of the naysayers who try to scare off visitors this video is evidence that visitors are treated like royalty by Papua New Guineans. Please do come to visit and experience the unexpected right here in Papua New Guinea. To the team that made this video we are greatly indebted to you for telling it as it is. ❤
@LeahIsoaimo2 ай бұрын
I am Papua New guinean. Born and raised. ❤ Just found these.. beautiful..
@amillionjourneys4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for Promoting Papua New Guinea
@danielnelsondami42664 жыл бұрын
Damn! You visited my home 🏡. Tears rolling when seeing all my people at malbanga. Thank you for making an awesome video.
@naomipank57164 жыл бұрын
"They have nothing but they'll give you everything". That's PNG! And I genuinely enjoyed watching you experience that 🙌 ❤
@BackpackingTV4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@Estherkasi21 күн бұрын
Papua New Guinea is beautiful with kind hearted people .
@jivanselbi36574 ай бұрын
crazy indeed.. people's warm welcome is amazing, well they're isolated and get excited when some one comes to their village
@Dante_Fr Жыл бұрын
I'm from East Sepik, East New Britain and Manus, three of the nations provinces. Thanks for checking out my country. Your an absolute legend and have just earned yourself another subscriber
@florethasefod79363 жыл бұрын
Missed my beautiful island home PNG. Was gonna cry when I heard u say „gutpla kon“ that made me give a big smile. 😂😂 tnx 4 visiting PNG 🙏🏽
@paulhubert9949Ай бұрын
I am a PNGean and thankful that you got to experience this wonderful country of ours. The people, culture and languages make it s exotic destination to explore.
@germainejunaidi883 Жыл бұрын
It's making me emotional. I love how the people being nice to you there. I'm from the coast of png. But big thanks to ya❤️❤️
@BackpackingTV Жыл бұрын
PNG is one of my favorite countries!
@PascalAlick4 жыл бұрын
That was a great video to see what PNG is like. Coming from Vanuatu where it is also a Melanesian country in the Pacific region, it was interesting to note how the culture of PNG is diverse and serene, am amazed by it all. Looking forward to more of your videos in the future. Thanks.
@BackpackingTV4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing and glad you enjoyed the video, Pascal!
@morrisboja10442 ай бұрын
Walked in 5 days with my school mates in 1984..great experience and real challenge as we bonded as brothers.
@bartonmaino61883 жыл бұрын
Was emotional watching. My beloved PNG is amazing. Thanks for sharing PNG with the rest of the world.
@chanaii51783 жыл бұрын
Lived here my whole life and never hiked the Kokoda. After watching this video, I want to try it out
@mohitsolanky5185 жыл бұрын
Eric - Thank you so much for sharing such an amazing experience of yours. I really enjoyed watching and learning something new today. Glad to know you are from Arizona. I experienced an incredible journey of yours from the comfort of my chair. You are an inspiration for potential dreamers like myself, as I am wishing to go on extensive hikes and learn the existence of amazing parts in this world. Thanks a bunch🙏🏻
@ReginaPuruaJohn6 ай бұрын
Well presented documentry .Thanks so much for visiting Kum caves,bring back my childhood memories of wild fruits and nut pickings,harvesting mushrooms etc in that part of the jungle.Ronden Ridge.
@augustinagari513Ай бұрын
Eric you danced well like a true local. 👏👏
@tahoma94 жыл бұрын
When he was jumping over the rope and seeing the reactions of the children, seeing that made me emotional. Amazing.
@BackpackingTV4 жыл бұрын
Probably one of my favorite moments, too.
@troyjenkins38865 жыл бұрын
I first learned about PG on a Survivorman episode ,it was pretty awesome and this was pretty amazing too.👍
@AnneHarry-wb4pz2 ай бұрын
Thank you visiting png one love.
@fredmax690321 күн бұрын
Nice experience with new places, beautiful kids, best environment, best food, best culture . Thanks for visit my country. Hope to see your next visit. ❤🎉
@benedito_firmo2 жыл бұрын
Nature is lush. I would like stay there.
@rosemek9349Ай бұрын
You been to my Place ..and just by watching this brought tears to my eyes as you embrace our culture perfectly
@watutman Жыл бұрын
The western highlands of Papua New Guinea is one of if not the THE wetest part of the planet. In some of those parts it rains 365 days a year. When I hiked there I soon dispensed of my shoes, for several reasons. One, they held the moisture against your feet and you would get jungle rot and fungus. 2, leeches liked to go down underneath your socks, but if you are barefoot, the plants and the water brushes them off 3, the treads of boots just fill up with mud and become smooth and slippery so you have no traction. But with bare feet, when climbing up the muddy trails, you learn to dig your big toe into the mud to pull yourself up. 4, you have to cross a lot of streams. With shoes on it's harder to feel where to step. Some rocks are much slipperier than others. I like to feel around with bare feet for the best next foothold. I ended up having to help the locals across a river one by one holding their hand, because I was much taller, and they would be swept away without me. I am tall and thin, and sideways against the current I was not as much of a resistance.
@noelynkoutalo6174Ай бұрын
You did us PNG proud.❤ it! Following from Enga Province, PNG
@laurenmcillfaterick80915 жыл бұрын
What an amazing experience!!
@milliemill46203 жыл бұрын
Your experience of courtship rituals and those paint on your nose( LOL!) I believe you enjoyed your stay. BTW am from that part of the province Malbanga, Jiwaka Province PNG.
@BackpackingTV3 жыл бұрын
I loved my time! One of my fondest travel memories. You have a beautiful and wonderful country.
@dicksonkomkongeАй бұрын
This is wonderful documentary treuly reflecting the loveand beauty of Papua New Guinea. Thank you Backpakcing TV for caputring great Kokoda Track in Oro, beautiful Kum Cave of western Highlands and Malbanga Villageof Jiwaka.
@MrBandaman2 жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful docu/vlog. Being from PNG I really appreciate the 100% positive presentation of whatP PNG has to offer. Yes, we have many problems in the country, but which country doesn't have them? Most times PNG hits the headlines for negative reasons only. Such reports are really valuable and important to promote the unique culture and hospitality of our people. Thank you so much. In case you are interested in visiting the Simbu Province and climb Mt Wilhelm or hike to Madang via the Bundi road....let me know...I can help arrange for you.
@user-xx1qz8vs4o2 жыл бұрын
DESTROYING YOUR COUNTRY WITH TOURISM WILL MAKE IT GARBAGE
@maddiedorrellrose5402 Жыл бұрын
I've got a stream of income, that is an online business which is currently making me more than $20k monthly, it's called an advance asset trade, if you’re interested in making good income online I can send you some more info on how it worked for me.
@stanleykena746411 ай бұрын
Yeah of course I am Papua New Guiean, and would like to say what you have seen in this video is real, not just a dream, in Papua New Guinea most people don't live in the cities or towns , the majority of the population lives in the villages all around the country.
@jas26354 жыл бұрын
Unbelievably beautiful! Bravo for sharing your adventure with us! More please!
@sisterdaisymsc80222 жыл бұрын
Truly amazing.Thanks for the video. My country Papua New Guinea
@dicksonkomkonge2 жыл бұрын
Waooh, Thank you for this wonderful vidoe that truely reflect the true image of PNG to the world.
@OnlineKoblePNG2 ай бұрын
"They've got nothing but they'll give you everything". 😇😇😇
@user-mb9cx6nz4g21 күн бұрын
Bro I love your videos please visit Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬 again.. I'm watching with tears ❤
@chelseatimun71042 жыл бұрын
You live a memory in our hearts thank you Papua New Guinea ♥️ you.
@danwaits5 жыл бұрын
This was such a beautiful & well done vid. But most.of all, thnks for taking us along. SO GLAD to see where you are in your life & where you're heading Keep on...
@jayrex00934 жыл бұрын
Thank you for representing our country well...come again to PNG some times!
@brownjay9284 жыл бұрын
Eric, my brother, you visit my beautiful country. Land of unexpected
@BackpackingTV4 жыл бұрын
It's an amazing place, Rex! Hope you enjoyed the video!
@brownjay9284 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed watching your clip brother. I'm from next province in western Highlands u visit called ENGA. Enga is land of real mystery and I miss my home. I'm here now is Switzerland
@lukeheve4601 Жыл бұрын
Your account of Papua New Guinea is truer than Zac Efron's.
@lonewolf000112 жыл бұрын
❤️..from 🇮🇳India..
@leoyakopa95802 жыл бұрын
Wow. Thank you for visiting Papua New Guinea.... so beautiful.
@maddiedorrellrose5402 Жыл бұрын
I've got a stream of income, that is an online business which is currently making me more than $20k monthly, it's called an advance asset trade, if you’re interested in making good income online I can send you some more info on how it worked for me.
@tohijellie88544 жыл бұрын
The game with the jumping over the rope. I used to play that growing up all the time. So fun!
@theexplorerssociety.advent87124 жыл бұрын
This is an amazing video! would love to travel here
@BackpackingTV4 жыл бұрын
It's truly incredible. I recommend it!
@malcolmsuvi706Күн бұрын
Thank you ❤
@ritamamavi6560 Жыл бұрын
Thank you tracking dirt back packing PNG. More on PNG
@ismaelisraelkakadelyo64604 жыл бұрын
Love your Video. I'm truly blessed to watched. You're such an amazing person.
@TheYegioraFiles10 ай бұрын
Thank you for visiting PNG.
@yorealdaddy20385 жыл бұрын
That roadside fruits market at 13:09 is one of the best.
@arthurboiiimona1035 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you visited PNG. Happy you liked it. You should go back and visit other places. Great video buddy😇
@BackpackingTV5 жыл бұрын
Would love to go back!
@brownjay9284 жыл бұрын
I'm your subscriber now brother. Next time, visit my province ENGA , next to western Highlands you went visit. Enga is real mystery places Like : Lakes, Waterfalls, raging rivers, Jungles, caves and more that you will never find in any parts of the world. If I'm there in my country, i would take you to my village and you will never forget the Journey but I'm in Europe now.
@user-xx1qz8vs4o2 жыл бұрын
YOU BECAME A WESTERN COLONIALIST, I FROM GREECE, I HATE EUROPE, WHY DO YOU TELL THEM TO DESTROY YOUR COUNTRY WITH TOURISM?
@watutman Жыл бұрын
Yes. In 1991 it was, I hiked from Maramuni in Enga province down to the Sepik.
@mujtabasindho12204 жыл бұрын
Wow this place is amazing very interesting journey
@mackberum2874 Жыл бұрын
Thankyou God for my beautiful country.
@dreadsman232 жыл бұрын
I think this is like the best video I have watched so far for a foreigner coming into my country PNG and experiencing lifestyle here. Gutpla video.
@SylvesterUleitaroaАй бұрын
Great adventure
@ishmaelmonts93979 ай бұрын
Love this video mate🙏❤️ thank you for sharing PNG 🇵🇬 with the world 🥰
@kesslaantontobby11363 жыл бұрын
Thanks for visiting
@GemmaLofena23 күн бұрын
Land of the Unexpected ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@harvestmedia-pg2 жыл бұрын
Great adventure...thanks for visiting PNG....Im from Lae, PNG and I did Kokoda once in December 2017...
@BackpackingTV2 жыл бұрын
Right on! I love PNG. I hope to return, thanks for the recommendation!
@lutherlivaiwii38634 жыл бұрын
How amazing my country it is!!
@warriorshepherd5 жыл бұрын
So cool!
@joeseago68375 жыл бұрын
I loved it. That was a great video. Thank you for sharing it with us Eric.
@daintyflygirl4va3 жыл бұрын
Wow,I subscribe.So beautiful
@skiz817 Жыл бұрын
Super stunning video there, thankyou for visiting my Island 🏝 home
@istoppedlaughing522511 ай бұрын
Papua New Guinea nature's hidden gem
@tapangisolution79132 жыл бұрын
Well narrated brother. Really love the compliment on the goodbye part. if you happen or planned to visit PNG on your next trip, please come to my village, Tambul. My village i located at the boarder of Western Highlands and Southern Highlands and also, its located close to the second highest mountain in PNG, Mt Giluwe. i will be more than happy to guide you. Cheers.... Cliff Nanol, Tambul Valley
@gagamediapng8 ай бұрын
Thankyou for visiting our country ❤️
@chrisakiro39752 жыл бұрын
Thankyou for exploring PNG..you made me proud of my country...love your exploration...thanks for visiting my country and hope you explore some more parts of PNG...☺☺☺❤👍
@user-xx1qz8vs4o2 жыл бұрын
YOU DO NOT PROTECT YOUR COUNTRY FROM WESTERN CHINESE TOURISTS
@harvestmedia-pg2 жыл бұрын
Bro you should try the Sarawaged Range too...in Kabwum, Morobe Province...I tracked Sarawaged in November, 2021....its very amazing...
@ribatlawrence289017 күн бұрын
Come to Rabaul sometimes and I take you into active volcano craters ❤🇵🇬
@evergreenbrown63292 жыл бұрын
Beautiful doc. about PNG brother.
@BackpackingTV2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@lukeheve4601 Жыл бұрын
You are a Legend.
@macksauka31764 жыл бұрын
Truely the land of the unexpected
@mathewjr4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing videos from our country throughout the world 🇵🇬🇵🇬🇵🇬👏👏👏❤️👍
@FrancesAkuaniАй бұрын
Can we png stop commenting. Let other people comment.
@KIZZBATABOL4 жыл бұрын
Wow, just love it
@renzbergmohantynamah9652 жыл бұрын
An absolute beauty. That was amazing. Awesome coverage Eric. For you to come all the way out here to experience first hand what Papua New Guinea is all about and for being genuinely honest enough to give a positive impression about PNG, its diverse cultures & traditions and of course its beautiful people and the histories, it's really worth it. You're a greate friend and brother. I'm proud of you and my country. God bless your heart and may God protect you as you tour other beautiful places of the world. You're welcome to come back to PNG any time. Please come back and visit other beautiful places of this beautiful country. You wouldn't know until you find out. The land of the unexpected. Expect the unexpected. Thanks again brother. Wonderful video of your adventure & experience. Cheers.
@user-xx1qz8vs4o2 жыл бұрын
YOU DON'T CARE ABOUT TOURISM DESTROYING ONLY THE PROMOTION CARES YOU
@JonathanGarcia-ot5hq3 жыл бұрын
I absolutely loved this episode. Wow.. What an amazing experience. Well done 👏.
@BackpackingTV3 жыл бұрын
thank you so much!
@dantheman16242 жыл бұрын
Great attitude regarding the trek…
@ryanstead31483 жыл бұрын
Looks AMAZING!!
@tdiddle8950 Жыл бұрын
Great video. I liked it a lot, and I subscribed. I once heard that one could see butterflies the size of dinner plates in PNG, and I was sold on it right then and there. I love sugar gliders, and there are native sugar gliders there...I would so much like to see a sugar glider in the wild. If I die without going there, I will die with regrets. But I have a question, and I like to pose this question to adventuresome travelers in general. This video was made four years ago, but today PNG is rated as US State Department Level 3 reconsider travel. It was likely rated the same when you visited. Port Moresby and Southern Bougainville are particular hot spots. So from your experience would you recommend people to reconsider travel to PNG (in general or to specific spots)?
@ricsox8442 Жыл бұрын
I owe your channel a subscription coz I'm from Papua New Guinea. Thankyou for this nice video 🙏
@SwatisRecipe3 жыл бұрын
Nice,
@user-fk3ob7ly2b25 күн бұрын
Most organically grown. gutpela means good
@rina90665 жыл бұрын
kinda want to lost there
@shahmcdonald2 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@bicycleman64812 жыл бұрын
Hiked the Komodo in 1982…… just two of us with no guides. Not many people doing the track in 1982.
@mariaokun6971 Жыл бұрын
Wow, where in Western highland did you go? I am from there
@chunks74343 ай бұрын
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@wjrwit98244 жыл бұрын
Awesome
@26hurban5 жыл бұрын
What water filter are you using on this trip?
@BackpackingTV5 жыл бұрын
Hey Henry, thanks for reaching out! On this trip I was using the Grayl Ultralight water purifier. - EH