Kadovar, Volcanic island in Papua New Guinea
Kadovar is a small volcanic island in the Bismarck Sea, off the northern coast of Papua New Guinea. The island rises steeply from the water to a height of about 1,200 feet (365 meters), with a cone-shaped peak and slopes covered in dense tropical forest.
Kadovar was formed by volcanic activity and has been known to erupt occasionally. In 2018, a major eruption forced all residents to evacuate, and the island has since been closely watched for further activity.
The few inhabitants live in small villages along the coast and rely on fishing and gardening. They have close ties to the sea and use traditional canoes for travel and trade with nearby islands.
Visiting Kadovar is difficult because there are no regular boats or flights, and the island has no tourist facilities. The best time to attempt a visit is during the drier months from May to October, but you should arrange transport with local fishermen well in advance.
The island's volcanic cone is still active, with steam and gases often visible from the summit. This makes Kadovar one of the few places where you can see an active volcano up close in Papua New Guinea.
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