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The Sogeri Plateau, Port Moresby is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Port Moresby in Papua New Guinea. The capital city of Papua New Guinea, Port Moresby is a natural harbor nestled in the southeast part of the country. Home to a number of places of interest, Port Moresby is the main entry and exit point of Papua New Guinea. Situated 46 kilometers northeast of the city is the Sogeri Plateau, Port Moresby.

The well-known Kokoda Trail commences from the Sogeri Plateau, Port Moresby. The Kokoda Trail was the centre where the war between the Japanese and Allied Troops took place. The trail is marked by slippery slopes and jagged mountains surrounded by forests.

The Sogeri Plateau in Port Moresby in Papua New Guinea is located near the Varirata National Park. Sprawling over an area of 1,000 hectares, this national park originally belonged to tree-house dwelling landowners. The park was their hunting grounds. If you go on the Kokoda Trail, you will come across a variety of birds, wallabies and deer at certain times of the day. You can enjoy a bird’s eye view of Port Moresby and the coastline at the end of the trail.

The Sogeri Plateau, Port Moresby lies 600 meters inland. In comparison to Moresby, this area is much cooler and more beautiful. A small market becomes operational here every Sunday, where fruit and vegetables are sold.

Reaching the Sogeri Plateau, Port Moresby is free of any hassle. The Sogeri Road separates from the Sir Hubert Murray Highway near the airport. Thereafter, the road follows the Laloki River. It climbs atop the ravine, from where you can enjoy captivating views of the stunning Rouna Falls. Crossing the waterfalls you can reach the Varirata National Park by walking to the right of the road that follows the waterfalls. Turning left from here you will find the towering Kokoda monument. This road, which goes to Owers Corner, marks the beginning of the Kokoda Trail. If you take the next road on your right, you will reach Crystal Rapids and the Sirinumu Dam. Walking straight you can reach the Sogeri Plateau.

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