Green Islands (Papua New Guinea)
Islands Archipelago east of New Guinea with WWII battle history
The Green Islands in Bougainville offer World War II sites, coral reefs and remote island villages. Divers and history-minded travelers visit for wrecks, snorkeling and a rarely visited South Pacific shoreline.
Best Time to Visit Green Islands (Papua New Guinea) #
Go in the drier months (May-October) when sea and weather conditions are most favourable for boat access and snorkeling.
Dry season (best time)
May-October · 24-30°C
Generally drier, sunnier and more comfortable for beach, snorkeling and boat access to the Green Islands; humidity is lower than in the wet season.
Wet season
November-April · 24-30°C
Warm but much wetter with frequent heavy tropical rains and higher humidity; some boat services and outdoor plans may be disrupted.
