By Paul Harrison, Royal Correspondent
A traditional war dance will greet the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall when they travel to the coastal village of Boera in Papua New Guinea later.
The royal couple are beginning a two-week overseas tour to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, during which they will also take in Australia and New Zealand.
The couple will travel on rough roads, off the beaten track, an hour northwest of the capital Port Moresby to back efforts by the Motuan village to sustain the marine ecosystem.
Villagers have been working closely with the University of Papua New Guinea and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) to begin a mangrove replenishing programme along the Motuan coastline.
A young Papua dancer looks on during the colourful greeting ceremony Mangrove roots provide food and shelter for birds and marine animals and prevent coastal erosion. But historically, mangroves have been cut down and used to make wooden products, firewood and building material.
Beforehand, Charles and Camilla will attend a Sunday service of worship led by the Bishop of Port Moresby, before being treated to a cultural performance called "The PNG way".
Thirteen traditional dancing groups from provinces throughout Papua New Guinea will take part. The royal couple will then be driven around the stadium, decorated as a 'Pal na Pidik' (Secret Hut) by members of the Tolai tribe.
This is done to signify that Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall have embraced the island's cultural and social heritage.
Huge crowds pictured ahead of the couple's arrival in the country The Pacific realm is home to over seven million people speaking 800 languages. Traditional inter-tribal gatherings called 'Sing-sings' take place where many different distinct cultures are shown-off.
Prince Charles will also present Colours to the Royal Pacific Islands Regiment, of which he is Colonel-in-Chief.
Before heading out of the capital, the heir to the throne and his wife will attend a Diamond Jubilee Reception at the National Bird of Paradise and Orchid Garden.
Returning in the evening from the village of Boera, the royal couple will be the special guests at a State Dinner hosted by the Governor General.
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