Papua New Guinea

Oceania (Melanesia)
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Papua New Guinea

A raw and rugged destination, Papua New Guinea offers tribal culture, rainforests, and adventurous terrain. It’s best for intrepid and well-prepared travelers.

Last Updated:

June 28, 2025

General Recommendations

Azithromycin / Ciprofloxacin - Traveler's Diarrhea

Ondansetron - Nausea & Vomiting

Meclizine - Motion Sickness

Hydroxyzine - Jet Lag / Traveler's Anxiety

Order them all with our comprehensive travel package, which includes all medications and country specific medications if required.
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What is our Wandr Safety Rating?

Our safety grade combines CDC guidance, healthcare access, travel risks, and regional stability to help you prepare confidently. Updated regularly to reflect current conditions.
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A (90–100): Very safe — Excellent healthcare and low travel risks
B (75–89): Safe — Minor precautions recommended
C (60–74): Moderate risk — Limited access or regional health concerns
D (40–59): Higher risk — Caution advised due to instability or health gaps
F (0–39): Not recommended — Major safety or medical concerns

Wandr Safety Rating:

F (Severe Risk)

39/100

Crime and healthcare access are concerns. CDC advises hepatitis A/B, typhoid, malaria prophylaxis, and rabies depending on exposure. Emergency evacuation may be necessary.

CDC Recommendations

CDC Travel Information for Papua New Guinea

For the best experience, please view the CDC travel information directly on their website:

Go to CDC Travel Information for Papua New Guinea
Disclaimer: This page is intended as a general reference for travelers and does not replace personalized medical consultation. While Wandr provides medical guidance, country-specific risks may change. We update this information as frequently as possible, but travelers should also consult official government and health sources before departure.