New Guinea Coordinates (5.0000° S, 141.0000° E) & Highest Point

New Guinea is a notable island in Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. It is located at approximately 5.0000° S, 141.0000° E. Its highest point is about 4,884 m above sea level.

Location: Indonesia and Papua New Guinea

Region: Southwest Pacific

Type: Island

Coordinates: 5.0000° S, 141.0000° E

Highest point: 4,884 m

Common Questions About New Guinea

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Where New Guinea is located

New Guinea is located in Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, in the region of Southwest Pacific. Its coordinates are approximately 5.0000° S, 141.0000° E.

New Guinea importance

This island is considered significant within Indonesia and Papua New Guinea for its distinctive geography and the way it anchors regional travel and mapping. It often appears in itineraries, educational materials, and maps that explain the broader region.

New Guinea geography

The surrounding landscape combines local relief, climate, and land use patterns typical of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. Visitors encounter a mix of natural features and human activity shaped by the region's history and environment, from transport routes and settlements to protected areas and scenic viewpoints.

New Guinea climate

The best time to visit generally aligns with the region's mild and more settled seasons, when visibility is good and local services operate on regular schedules. Travelers should always check current climate and access conditions before planning a trip.

New Guinea facts

Reference works often highlight New Guinea when explaining the geography of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. Its coordinates and highest point make it a convenient reference point for understanding relief, climate zones, and transport corridors in the wider area.

CountryIndonesia and Papua New Guinea

RegionSouthwest Pacific

Coordinates5.0000° S, 141.0000° E

Highest point4,884 m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is New Guinea located?

New Guinea is located in Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, in the region of Southwest Pacific.

What type of place is New Guinea?

New Guinea is a notable island in Indonesia and Papua New Guinea.

What are the coordinates of New Guinea?

New Guinea is located at approximately 5.0000° S, 141.0000° E.