Boigu Island History

City Information

Short breaks in Boigu are a good way to get to know the local culture. Boigu Island has an estimated population of 340 permanent residents. Although it is part of Queensland, Australia, it is geographically located just 3.7 miles off the coast of mainland Papua New Guinea (PNG). When looking at a map, you might assume it is part of PNG instead of Australia, but you would be wrong. In spite of being more than 60 miles off the coast of Australia, it was annexed by Queensland in the late 1800s by special decree. It was one of several islands in the region supporting a lucrative pearl diving industry at that time.

What to See and Do in Boigu

For most people, cheap city breaks in Boigu are about learning about the local culture or taking in the unique, nearly pristine

You can generally expect it to be hot and wet. The island is dominated by mangrove wetlands. Thus, during the wet season, you can expect to see widespread flooding on your short breaks in Boigu. Your least wet months are from May to November. Ideally, you should plan your city breaks in Boigu during the dry season.

What’s on in Boigu

The local oral history claims that Kiba and his brothers were the original founders of the settlement. Tradition holds that they landed on the western end of the island. The main settlement is still there. Inhabitants of the island have a rich, family-centered culture. When speaking to locals during weekend breaks in Boigu, it is customary to acknowledge all the clans by saying Malu Ki’ai. They also place a great deal of importance on showing respect for community elders, both living and historical.

Where to Eat and Drink in Boigu

Due to the small size of the island, you should plan to bring food with you for your city breaks in Boigu. The nearest Australian hotel can be found on Horn Island. Commercial development locally is limited by the remoteness of the area and the sparse local