Some 200km from the southeastern tip of Papua New Guinea, discovering the Louisiades Archipelago is like stepping into a bygone era. Preserved by remote geographical location, this coral fringed scattering of volcanic islands is home to Melanesian communities, who maintain a subsistence economy and seafaring heritage. For spirited adventurers with the energy to paddle through long days on open water, this sea kayaking expedition promises the ultimate rewards of isolated island existence.