Vanimo

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Vanimo town from the air
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Vanimo town from the air

Vanimo is the capital of Sandaun province in Papua New Guinea. It is located on a peninsula close to the border with Indonesia.

Vanimo is a small township with an economy based around the timber industry. Logging company Vanimo Forest Products, which is owned by Malaysian company Rimbunan Hijau, is the chief employer.

Vanimo is known to be a great surfing destination. It has a reputation of having the most consistent waves in Papua New Guinea. Surfing season is mid October through to late April.

Coordinates: 2°40′S 141°17′E

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