Timeline
08:00
Arrive at Asaro village. Arrange your trip through your hotel in Goroka in advance. The villagers are happy to deliver the mudmen performance, let you try on the masks, and answer questions about their culture.
09:30
Spend time engaging with the locals and learning about the traditions before the midday heat intensifies.
10:30
Begin your return journey to Goroka to find lunch.
Local tip
Since there are no listed food or drink shops in Asaro village, ensure you arrange your transportation and meals in Goroka beforehand. The village experience is best enjoyed in the morning to avoid the peak heat of the day.
Check before you go
- Arrange the trip through your hotel in Goroka as the village is about 20 km north-west from town.
- Check opening hours for any shops or eateries in Goroka if you plan to eat before or after the visit.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Goroka (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).