 Kavieng
is located at 2 35 S & 150 48m E, and is
where the Pacific Ocean & the Bismarck Sea
meet. It is this convergence of tides & currents
that bring with them the bait fish which create
the beginning of the food chain on and around
the hundreds of reefs surrounding the 149 plus
islands making up the New Ireland Province, that
make this area an anglers paradise!!
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 Being
so close to the Equator allows angler’s access
to these many islands all year round, as the area
does not experience either cyclones or typhoons.
Most pelagic species are available and include
Black & Blue Marlin, Sailfish.
The area is also home to Yellow fin, Skipjack,
and Dogtooth Tuna and no tropical fishing trip
is complete without casting poppers for the famous
GT’s (Giant Trevally) and standing awe struck
at the Volkswagen size hole in the ocean as the
fish vanishes to the depths with your lure.
 Other
game fish that can be caught within 5 mins of
the town are Mahi Mahi (Dolphin Fish undoubtedly
the best eating fish of all the pelages) and the
highly sought after Mackerel & Wahoo - catches
of over 30Kg have been recorded.
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 The
area also has an abundance of fish inhabiting
the hundreds of coral reefs. Anglers who prefer
the deeper water can test their skills on Coral
& Coronation Trout, Red Emperor and Sweetlip,
along with dozens of other species.
For those who like serious deep-water challenges
there are sufficient Goldband Snapper & Amberjack
to be jigged up from 100 meters to wear out even
the fittest angler.
A short boat ride from the town will find the
angler in the heart of a mangrove estuary system
with several rivers empting into Bagail Bay making
the area a haven for several species of Trevally,
Cod and another favourite, the Mangrove Jack.
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 New
Hanover is the largest of the islands with its
closet point approximately 20 nautical miles from
Kavieng and its furthest point being 55 nautical
miles. This area is called Three Island Harbour
and has to be one of PNG’s best kept secrets
with its breathtaking beauty, cobalt blue waters,
pristine rivers and an abundance of fish.
It is an area where the angler is assured of
not only catching any of the above species but
can witness village life on the banks of the many
rivers as it has been lived for thousands of years.
 The
eastern side of New Hanover is protected by a
string of narrow islands called the Tsoi Group,
these islands create large areas of sugar white
sand covered by crystal clear water and sea grass
beds that are ideal foraging grounds for the very
timid and difficult to catch "Bone"
and "Milkfish"
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Live-aboard Fishing Charters
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"MAKAIRA" is a 40’ displacement
hull Game Boat that can accommodate 4 anglers
in air-conditioned comfort for 4-5 day extended
fishing trips as well as day trips out of Kavieng.
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Day Charters
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Pelagic Pursuits operates 3 vessels to cater
for all Game, Sport, Fly and bottom fishing. "BRONCO"
is a 23’ Fly Bridge Sportfisher for Game
& Sportfishing and "COLT" a 21’
custom built Long boat for casting poppers for
Giant Trevally, jigging for Dog Tooth Tuna or
salt water fly fishing.
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Adventures In Paradise Yacht Charters can take
you on a voyage of discovery around beautiful
tropical islands on Tiki Tu, a 33’ sailing
catamaran. Enjoy a few days island hopping and
snorkelling, or set sail for a month and do it
all, exploring river systems, fishing, snorkelling,
hiking, surfing, visiting villages and more. The
choice is yours. Every charter is tailored to
the desires of those on board.
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Whilst Nusa Island Retreat is well known for
catering for surfers needs with daily transfers
to the reefs under the Kavieng Surf Management
Plan, they also organise kayaking, fishing, snorkelling,
road trips, cycling and island walks. See also
listing in Kavieng accommodation.
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