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Matupi Harbour

Matupi Harbour

Matupi Harbour is a coastal area located near Rabaul, situated between Praed Point and Matupit Island. It serves as a connecting waterway between Simpson Harbour to the west and Blanche Bay to the south. Travelers visit this location to observe the coastal geography and the intersection of these three bodies of water.

Getting There

The harbour is accessible from the Rabaul city centre via local road networks. Depending on the mode of transport and road conditions, the trip typically takes a short drive of approximately 10 to 20 minutes.

Duration of Visit

A visit to the harbour area generally requires 1 to 2 hours. This allows sufficient time to observe the shoreline and the surrounding maritime landscape.

When to Visit

The area is best visited during daylight hours for visibility of the coastline. Visitors should monitor local volcanic activity reports before traveling to this region. The site does not typically experience heavy tourist crowds.

Nearby Attractions

Due to its location, the harbour can be combined with visits to other geological and coastal sites in the Rabaul area:

  • Tavurvur: 1.3km
  • Blanche Bay: 4.1km
  • Rabaul caldera: 4.2km
  • Vulcan: 5.3km

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Tavurvur

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Tavurvur

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Blanche Bay

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Blanche Bay

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4.1 km away
Rabaul caldera

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Rabaul caldera

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4.2 km away
Vulcan

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Vulcan

Mount Vulcan is a volcano near Rabaul, notable for the grass that covers even the inside of its crater. It erupted alongside a neighboring volcano in 1994, and traces of the damage it caused to the city are still visible today.

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