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Cities in Baliem Valley
Cities in Baliem Valley
Wamena is the main city in the Baliem Valley of West Papua.
Wamena is the starting point for most tours and treks into the Lani, Dani and Yali tribal lands, and you can actually go to Asmat lands from here too. These tours and treks range from local half-day walks to 30-day expeditions deep into tribal lands.
The city has 10,000 or so inhabitants, consisting of a broad mix of Paupans, Dani, Yali, Lani and other local tribes.
The city has a concrete airstrip capable of serving commuter-size jets and a serviceable airport terminal (although security is marginal at best). The airport is located within the city, so everything is readily accessible.
Electric service is reasonably reliable. The city water supply is too, but the water must be boiled and filtered before drinking.
There are a number of hotels but only the Baliem Resort Hotel has a website and accepts reservations via internet. Hotels range from comfortable, with excellent service and cable TV, to "a place to sleep". Prices seem a bit high for the area, but are actually a bargain for travelers from Europe and American.
Hotels do not offer internet service, but there are several internet cafes in Wamena. Connections come and go, and the speed is typically slow e-mail is fine, but don't expect to upload lots of photos to your travel blog). But, prices are low and there is always plenty of time so.....
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