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  • OURE TERA BEACH RESORT - Iles des Pinesstar
    Learn More Nestled in the heart of coconut grove, and with direct access to the bay of Kanumera, the most beautiful beach on the island, Oure Terae Beach Resort is an enchanting and excellent base for discovering the Isle of Pines. This magnificent setting with 5 ...

  • LE MERIDIEN ILE DES PINS - Iles des Pinesstar
    Learn More Located on the southern tip of New Caledonia, on the island of Ile des Pins. Ile Des Pins is accessed via daily domestic flights from Noumea Magenta airport (80 kilometres or a 20 minute flight). The resort is situated 15 minutes away from the ...

  • CASA DEL SOLE SERVICED APTS. - Noumeastar
    Learn More Located at Baie des Citrons, within walking distance to the many restaurants, nightlife and beaches. Casa Del Sole offers a 16 level apartment block with one and two bedroom fully serviced apartments suitable for any holidaymaker. ...

  • LA PROMENADE APARTMENT HOTEL - Noumeastar
    Learn More You will appreciate the authentic environment which surrounds you, far from standardized tourism trends and which includes in his heart a tropical garden. The atmosphere of this place inspires calmness and serenity; a thousand and one details ...

  • LE PACIFIQUE - Noumeastar
    Learn More Le Pacifique is an economy priced hotel within the luxurious Nouvata Parc complex, offering an opportunity to enjoy a budget friendly stay in Noumea international tourism center. The 120 standard rooms of Le Pacifique hotel were renovated in 2009. ...

 
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Everything looking perfect at Muli beach, on Ouvea

Kurewikawa Rock Pool, an Aquarium Naturael, on Mare Island

Bougna: fish, crab, fruit and vegetables, all cooked in banana leaves

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New Caledonia

Options for travellers in New Caledonia are vast, from diving on pristine reefs to dining out à la français, from trekking in unspoilt rainforest to partying the night away at a nightclub in Noumea. With a nod to local custom and an open mind, a trip to New Caledonia will be unforgettable.

Quick Facts

Time zone: GMT+11
Area: 19000
Population: 222000

Getting Around

Major airlines that serve New Caledonia regularly include Aircalin (Air Calédonie International), Qantas, Air New Zealand and Air Vanuatu. After the Japanese and the French, the majority of tourists come from Australia, so you can often get good deals out of Brisbane or Sydney. From Europe your best bet is to fly from France, or from the UK to eastern Australia where you can get a reasonable fare to New Caledonia. The major North American west coast departure points are San Francisco, Los Angeles and Vancouver. All international airlines land at Tontouta International Airport, 45km (28mi) northwest of Noumea. Noumea is the main official port of entry for yachts. The others are We on Lifou in the Loyalty Islands and Hienghène; the peak season for arrivals is August to October. All cruise ships dock in Baie de la Moselle, Noumea's natural, deepwater harbour. They also drop anchor at various spots around New Caledonia so passengers can spend a day on the beach.

Weather

New Caledonia is at its glorious best from May to mid-December. The wet season (mid-December to mid-April) brings higher temperatures, heavier rains, mosquitos and the occasional tropical cyclone. Rainfall is generally a bit heavier between February and May. Around the middle of the year, temperatures drop by about 5°C (10°F) each way and the rain eases off. The prevailing winds throughout the year are from the southeast (the famous Southeast Trade Winds of sailing ship days), bringing sunny days and cool nights. However, in the wet season the winds are more variable.

 
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New Caledonia

Lindéralique Rocks

The Lindéralique rocks are towering black limestone rocks that start south of Hienghène and continue to the bay of Hienghène. Rising abruptly, they stretch to 60m (196ft)in places and are topped by jagged, sharp edges. At Lindéralique, you can kayak beneath the rocks and also visit a large cave, the Grotte de Lindéralique.

10km S of Hienghène
North Province, Grande Terre

Tel: info 42 43 57
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Parc Provincial de la Rivière Bleue

At the western end of the artificial Lac de Yaté, a hydroelectric dam, is this recreational park. It's a protected reserve ideal for nature lovers and is home to many bird species, including New Caledonia's national bird, the cagou. One of its famous features is a drowned forest where skeletons of old trees protrude tragically from the water.

RP3
South Province, Grand Terre

Tel: info 43 61 24
Hours: Tue-Sun 07:00-17:00

Grotte de la Reine Hortense

Grotte de la Reine Hortense is one of New Caledonia's most impressive and well visited caves. A path leads through a beautiful wild tropical garden to the wide entrance where stalactites hang from the roof. This cave was where Queen Hortense, wife of a local chief, is believed to have taken refuge for several months during intertribal conflict in 1855.

Île des Pins
13km N of Vao

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