Doini Island Plantation Resort
Doini Island Papua New Guinea
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Unreal place- remote ,quiet ,no TV -BLISS. The food is excellent but don't expect fine dining, just good food made with most produce either grown ,reared or caught around the Island. Beer is cold and the views of the surrounding Islands wonderful. Unfortunately its not open as such but if you want to experience the island and some of the best fishing in the world with Daucina Charters then go.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Put insect spray on before dusk, the sand flies can get annoying.
Other than that ,enjoy
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I suggest that anyone considering to book accommodation at this resort TAKE CARE DONT DO IT. I made & pre paid for accommodation for this Resort in May 2018 for our reservation in July 2018.. We were then told x 24 hours prior to our arrival date in July that the Resort was closed because of the Island generator had failed !! WE HAVE NOT BEEN PAID OUR REFUND... THEY CONTINUE TO IGNORE MY REQUESTS FOR THE REFUND ....BE CAREFUL .. CHECK ALL ASPECTS
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Date of stay: July 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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There are Fourth World Countries out there. By western standards they don't have much, BUT, they are very happy with their lot! Here we have a small local community of some 100 souls. employed by an Australian Resort Manager to live their lives in the way they have traditionally existed. They are friendly & helpful in the maintenance of their island home. Doini is a tropical Paradise a short flight by light plane from Alotau which can be accessed by air from port Moresby. There are 6 self contained cabins fronting Milne Bay, plus a Commun al area serving as restaurant, bar, shops & entertainment lounge
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Date of stay: March 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip: Just check that no Cruise Ships are likely to appear.
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We were blessed to have this Island as a day stop on our Princess Cruise, the waters that surround this island are clear and the different shades of blue complement the white sands and the green palms that swayed in a gentle breeze. The ship anchored out in deep water and the outrigger canoes came out from the shore to welcome us. The tenders were used to carry us back and forth as we arrived at the jetty a welcome sign greeted us into a open area where music was playing with the local band and refreshments could be purchased and eaten at the table and chairs whilst listening to the band. They had a local shop selling souveniers t.shirts, magnets, caps etc. as you made your way out to the beach is where you will find the accommodation huts right on the shore line so beautiful. Here you can swim in the warm waters or take a canoe ride out across the reef to snorkel. For a small amount of kina the young lads will take you out and back, this way it saves the coral from being damaged. You can while away the hours lazing on the beach or take a walk to the markets where village people are selling their carvings and baskets etc. There is dancing from the local schools and the children displaying there dance moves, with spears and whistles blowing and drums beating.Quite entertaining. This island is privately owned and they have done a lot for the island people with work. Fishing is also very big here.…
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Date of stay: September 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Princess cruise had stop over for the day,after a delightful work around and taking in the culture,buy gifts,it is so pristine,very friendly,beautiful cabins right on foreshore,what away to wake up with a view to take your breath away. A beautiful swim then back to the ship. Fantasic
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Date of stay: April 2017
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As we came ashore, we walked past school groups with young kids dressed up doing there native dances, war paint & spears, very theatrical. There was about 5 or 6 schools trying to raise money for their education, mixed with religious groups also asking for donations. We went on through the natives selling their trinkets, all hoping to make some money to exist. There was no pressure to donate or buy. We made our way over to the beach which was a beautiful place to spend the rest of the day.
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Date of stay: May 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We visit this resort during a P&O cruise, it was a beautiful spot to spend a day on a tropical beach and be entertained by the locals with song and dance. We did the skull cave walk, the locals have no knowledge of distance so many hours later we had done a full walking tour of the island, no an easy walk for the unfit. The resort drink prices are what you would expect for a remote island but worth the culture experience. I would love to stay in a cabin on the beach on a return trip.
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Date of stay: June 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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I was more than surprised by how pristine and beautiful this island turned out to be...I visited it on a recommendation of a friend who'd been to Doini Island and Tuwali and I was trying to choose between the two. She recommended it based on the fact that it has sandy beaches which Tuwali does not. Both apparently cater to divers - I wasn't interested in diving on this occasion...just a nice get away for a rest and some relaxation. You get this in spades at the island. After a reasonably rough trip across the bay which took 2 1/2 hours due to bad weather we arrived at the restort...its ideallic! Our beach bunglow was spacious and clean...and a/c to meet my needs for a peacful night's sleep. The meals are catered by the resort - the choices for each course are set by the staff and seemingly based on what might be available at the time. We had delicious fresh fish and chips for lunch on our arrival...the best fish I've tasted in a very long time. If you are looking for rest, some recreation (like snorkelling, swimming, sunbaking, reading and exploring the island) then this is the place for you. Our ride back to Alotau was smooth and like travelling on glass...it took us under one hour to return to the mainland. I didn't find the experience that expensive and would certainly recommend this place to anyone. I'm also very determined to come back...for a longer period.…
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Date of stay: April 2017Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip: Definitely seek a beach front bungalow...there aren't many so its not like you will be bowled...
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Doini Island is a privately-owned island, within Papau New Guinea. Both are unique experiences for Americans. The facilities are simple, and the beach is quiet and natural. The local people are there to sell the tourists their local crafts, while their children have fun swimming and boating on the beach. It's definitely worth the visit if the opportunity arises.
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Date of stay: January 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We stopped at Doini Island as our last port on a PNG cruise. They definitely saved the best till last as we set foot on this tropical wonderland! Beautiful white sand beaches with water so clear that snorkeling equipment wasn't even needed, places to purchase food and drink and souvenirs, wonderful local people to welcome us and show us their locally produced goods, what more could a girl need??!! There were chalets lined along the beach which I presume you could stay overnight - would love to go back and stay a while!
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Date of stay: February 2017Trip type: Travelled with family
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