Kranket Island is a small inhabited island just off the shore of Madang, reached by outboard canoe in about ten minutes. The village on the island is welcoming to visitors and gives a clear sense of the traditional Austronesian coastal lifestyle — fishing, gardening, and the communal rhythms of island life that have changed relatively little over centuries.
The swimming off the island's beaches is calm and clear, the snorkelling over the reef is accessible without experience, and the walk around the island takes about an hour at a leisurely pace. Small guesthouses operate for those who want to spend a night away from Madang town. The views back to the mainland show the characteristic Madang peninsula with its coconut palms and low coastal profile.