Lorentz National Park

The national park extends over 2.5 million hectares from the central mountains of New Guinea to the Arafura Sea, containing five distinct ecoregions.

The Dutch Colonial Government initiated protection measures in 1919, leading to the establishment of a Strict Nature Reserve in 1978 and national park status in 1997.

Eight indigenous ethnic groups, including the Nduga, Amungme, and Komoro, have maintained their traditional lands within the park boundaries for over 25,000 years.

Visitors require permits and guided tours to access the park, with specialized arrangements necessary for exploring remote areas and conducting research activities.

The park contains the Puncak Jaya peak at 4,884 meters, marking the highest point between the Himalayas and the Andes with equatorial glaciers.

Location: Papua

Inception: 1997

Elevation above the sea: 64 m

GPS coordinates: -4.75000,137.83333

Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:50