The Conflict Islands Resort

Set within the Conflict Islands Atoll off Milne Bay, Papua New Guinea, this PADI Resort dive centre sits on the main island of Panasesa, surrounded by 21 pristine, privately owned, uninhabited islands spanning 375 hectares (925 acres). It's a place for divers of every experience level, with smaller groups and dives tailored to your preferences and skill.

Diving the Conflict Islands

Milne Bay Province ranks among the top three underwater sites in the world according to National Geographic Magazine, with assessments recording nearly 430 species of coral, 950 species of mollusks and over 1,100 species of fish — many found nowhere else on earth. Dive sites are chosen around weather and underwater conditions during your stay, while your guide handles gear setup and planning so you can focus on the diving.

The centre is led by a PADI Instructor and offers PADI Scuba Diving and Snorkelling alongside conservation activities. Facilities include an onsite classroom, retail shop, dive boat and a waterfront location, with air fills and scuba equipment rental available. English is spoken, making it a relaxed, well-supported base for divers drawn to one of the planet's richest marine regions.