Goroka potential tourism hub

Letters

GOROKA is the prime location for tourism to flourish.
It is strategically located in the border of the Highlands and Momase regions which makes it an ideal tourist location.
The Highlands region is the most populous region in the country which gets its vital supplies through the Highlands highway which passes Goroka.
It is the only land route accessible by the travelling public, PMVs, mining companies and other businesses.
Climate in Goroka is without doubt the best in the world.
Goroka is dubbed the land of the natural air condition and the best in the world.
The midday sun’s rays will reflect and glow on your skin and make you feel comfortable.
The evenings are cold in a room temperature, enabling a good night sleep in a warm blanket.
The climate enables plants and food to thrive and replenish bountifully.
You will be amazed by the size, colour, odour and looks of different varieties of food crops produced locally by humble farmers.
The distinct smell of the local produce can reach you from afar.
The food is very juicy and tastes better.
Most of the local foods, such as sweet potato, carrot, broccoli and the famous Bena pineapples are highly organic and nutritious.
Goroka coffee is one of the most sought after products.
Goroka people are generally peace loving and caring people.
They are easy to approach.
Tourists feel at home when they are in Goroka because of the respect they get.
People from other provinces feel at home that’s why you see many of them residing there.

Maru Igabi