Place of interest ·

Tavurvur

Tavurvur is an active volcanic cone beside Simpson Harbour. Access should never be assumed; it depends on local conditions and current volcanic alerts.

Tavurvur
Photo by Taro Taylor Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY 2.0
The place

What makes it special

  • An active cone on the edge of Simpson Harbour.
  • The 1994 eruptions contributed to the displacement of Rabaul residents.
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Profile updated: 28/09/2026