Baluan Island
Island Small volcanic island in Manus Province
A low volcanic island in Manus Province, Baluan Island combines coconut plantations, coastal villages and reef fishing; visitors come by boat for village stays, diving and local craft.
Baluan Island is a small inhabited island in Manus Province of Papua New Guinea, part of the Admiralty Islands archipelago. The island is volcanic in origin and supports village settlements with subsistence agriculture and fishing.
Local life on the island is organised around coastal villages and gardens, with boat connections to larger islands in Manus Province. Infrastructure is basic and travel between islands is by local launch or canoe.
The island lies within the Admiralty group north of mainland Papua New Guinea and is administered from Manus Province; it is reached by inter-island boat services from the provincial centre.
How to Get to Baluan Island #
Access by local boat from Manus Island main towns (Lorengau) or other nearby islands in Manus Province. Transport depends on local schedules and weather; arrange passage through local operators.
Tips for Visiting Baluan Island #
- Boat connections are irregular; check schedules and local notices in Manus Province before travelling.
- Respect local customs - the island communities have distinct traditions and visitors should seek permission before entering settlements.
- Bring mosquito repellent and basic supplies; medical services are limited and distances can be long.
Best Time to Visit Baluan Island #
The dry season (roughly May-October) is the best window for travel; sea conditions are typically calmer.
Weather & Climate near Baluan Island #
Baluan Island's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (3342 mm/year), wettest in March.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (305 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (307 mm).
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March
March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (346 mm).
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April
April is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (287 mm).
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May
May is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (271 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (258 mm).
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July
July is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (286 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (244 mm).
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September
September is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (205 mm).
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October
October is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (240 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (263 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (330 mm).
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