Garbuna Group

The Garbuna Group is a volcanic complex consisting of three main peaks located on the Willaumez Peninsula in New Britain. The peaks rise above a landscape covered in tropical vegetation and are situated approximately 20 kilometers from Kimbe.

The volcanic complex formed through the geological processes that shaped the region of New Britain over time. A notable eruption in 2005 demonstrated the ongoing activity of these volcanic formations.

Local communities living near the volcanic peaks have adapted their daily routines and land use to the environment shaped by volcanic activity. This relationship with the landscape appears in how they manage agriculture and settlement patterns around the volcanic terrain.

Access to the volcanic area requires official permits and a local guide familiar with the terrain and conditions. Visitors should plan for visits during drier periods when trails and paths are more accessible.

The area contains an extensive thermal field with numerous steam vents scattered across the volcanic terrain. These active hot springs and gas emissions create a distinctive landscape that few visitors witness.

GPS coordinates: -5.44429,150.02781

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:12