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NEW CALEDONIAYour Travel Guide
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CONTENTS004 Map of New Caledonia
006 Welcome to New Caledonia
008 Getting there with Aircalin
010 Drive yourself around New Caledonia
012 Wonderful island escapes
017 Map of the Isle of Pines
018 Map of the Loyalty Islands
020 Sports and events
022 Experiencing Kanak culture
028 Map of the North
030 Weddings and honeymoons
032 Soft adventure and water sports
037 Map of Nouméa
038 18 urban experiences in Nouméa
044 Three, fi ve and seven day itineraries
050 Practical information
052 Hotel listings
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LOCATION:Sitting just above the Tropic of Capricorn, New Caledonia is actually one of Australia’s and New Zealand’s nearest neighbours.
GEOGRAPHY:New Caledonia comprises the island of Grande Terre (where the capital, Nouméa, is situated), the four Loyalty Islands (Ouvea, Lifou, Tiga and Maré), the Belep archipelago, the Isle of Pines and some remote islands.
New Caledonia is divided administratively into a Northern and Southern province on Grande Terre, with the Isle of Pines part of the Southern Province, and a third Loyalty Islands province covering the rest of its territory.
Grande Terre extends 450km in length and 50km in width and its geological origins explain the scope of its biodiversity.
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Coral Sea
Coral Sea
Loyalty Islands
Key:
Ouvéa
World Heritage sites
Zone cotiere Ouest
South Province
North Province
GRANDE TERRE
La Tontouta International Airport
Lifou
Maré
Nouméa Mont-Dore
Yaté
Canala
Kouaoua
Houaïlou
ThioMoindou
La Foa
Sarramea
Poya
PouemboutPonérihouen
Poindimié
Hienghéne
Touho
Koné
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Kaala-Gomen
Koumac
Poum
PouéboOuégoa
Farino
Bourail
Boulouparis
Dumbéa
PaÏta
Isle of Pines
Tiga
Zone cotiere Nord et Est
Îles Bélep
Loyalty Islands Province
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Know Your Neighbour Stop and ask yourself for a minute, how well do you know your neighbour? Most of us would like to get to know our neighbours a bit better and this got us thinking.
New Caledonia is one of the closest Pacifi c neighbours to Australia and New Zealand and yet many Aussies and Kiwis still don’t know much about this island destination right next door. That’s why we’ve put together this handy little guide to help with the introduction.
For instance, did you know that New Caledonia offers a fascinating combination of sophisticated French style and cuisine together with the friendly, laid back Pacifi c-island culture? Or that the island is blessed with stunning natural wonders, including a UNESCO site and the largest lagoon in the world? And then there’s the wonderful Heart of Voh of course. A heart formed naturally by mother nature and a symbol of our love for life!
And did you know you can actually spend a few days with a local family, practicing your French and experiencing what life is really like as a New Caledonian? Not exactly what you expect of a tropical island, but that’s what makes us different.
So delve into the following pages, read about the best places to shop, eat, relax and party. Get all the helpful facts about travelling here, but most importantly, take the time to get to know your neighbour.
We’ll be waiting…
New Caledonia Tourism
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NEW CALEDONIA IS ONE OF AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND’S NEAREST NEIGHBOURS, SITUATED JUST 1200KM EAST OF QUEENSLAND AND 1700KM
NORTHWEST OF NEW ZEALAND’S NORTH ISLAND. THIS MAKES NOUMEA AN EASY FLIGHT FROM AUCKLAND, BRISBANE, MELBOURNE AND SYDNEY, WITH A JOURNEY
TIME OF BETWEEN TWO AND THREE AND A HALF HOURS.
A choice of Economy and Business classes
12 fl ights a week
from Australia &
5 fl ights a week from New Zealand
Fly from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Auckland Three and a half
hour fl ight max
French Pacifi c fl avour with the warmest
of welcomes
Full service every fl ight
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GETTING THEREAircalin is the international airline of New Caledonia and you get a taste of this wonderful country as soon as you step on board. With a relaxing atmosphere that is a combination of real Melanesian hospitality combined with true French class you travel in style and confi dence.
Aircalin has a modern Airbus fl eet comprising Airbus A330 wide body and A320 narrow body aircraft. Each aircraft type offers Economy and Business class.
Being a full service carrier, clients receive an in-fl ight meal, beverages and entertainment program plus, in economy class, one piece of checked luggage (up to 23kgs) and, in business class, two pieces (up to 23kgs per piece).
A REAL PACIFIC TOUCHThe word calin in French means a hug, which refl ects the airline’s attitude.
Cabin service managers and fl ight attendants do the utmost to ensure that fl ying is comfortable and enjoyable.
EASY TO GET THEREFrom Australia Aircalin offers a total of 12 fl ights per week from three major centres – Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne. From New Zealand (Auckland) we offer fi ve fl ights every week.
A DELICIOUS FLYING EXPERIENCENew Caledonia has been described as one of the fi nest French gourmet experiences outside of France, and will give you a real taste of this delicious experience.
High quality food is a priority and on board menus feature selections of both international and Melanesian specialties. All are served with a selection of beverages including fi ne French wines.
AN ENTERTAINING EXPERIENCEA full entertainment program is provided either through the personal screens*, your own portable device* (after downloading the Aircalin Player App) or on centralised screens**depending on aircraft type.
ENJOY THE SERVICE & COMFORT OF OUR ECONOMY CLASSEconomy class on Aircalin is in a league of its own, with aircraft specially confi gured to give passengers the maximum individual space available, ensuring relaxation and comfort.
WELCOME TO HIBISCUS (BUSINESS) CLASSAircalin’s premium Business Class, the Hibiscus cabin, is ideal for the luxury and business traveller looking to fl y in greater style. With dedicated cabin and service managers, priority boarding, champagne aperitif and access to club lounges, Hibiscus Class passengers experience a smooth and comfortable fl ight.
REGULAR TRAVELLERSign up for Aircalin’s frequent fl yer program called Flying Blue – it’s free to join and offers benefi ts once miles are accrued of a variety of getaway plans including air tickets, hotel accommodation and car rentals.
CONTACT US Australia: P: 1300 655 737E: [email protected]: www.aircalin.com
New Zealand: P: 09 977 2238E: [email protected]: www.aircalin.comFollow us on Facebook
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SELF-DRIVEDriving in New Caledonia is simple and easy. The French road system has been transported to the South Pacifi c, with Route Nationale 1 running up the western spine of the mainland. The speed limit on the main part of the road is 110km/h. As in Europe, driving is on the right hand side of the road, with left-hand drive cars.
You can easily drive around La Grande Terre, the Isle of Pines or the Loyalty Islands. Visitors will really enjoy the opportunity to do as little or as much driving as they like. Meet the locals, go diving, hiking or perhaps explore the open plains of the west coast, or the tropical waterfalls on the east. The best way to do this is to have your own wheels to discover it all at your own pace.
Avis, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty all have rental car offi ces at Tontouta Airport, while other local providers include Visa Location, Pacifi c Car and Point Rouge.
GETTING AROUND NEW CALEDONIA
RENTING A CAR OR TAKING PUBLIC TRANSPORT IN NEW CALEDONIA IS A CINCH. HERE’S HOW TO ENJOY STRESS FREE
TRANSIT WHEN EXPLORING THESE BEAUTIFUL ISLANDS
BUSESSuburban buses run by Bus Karuïa operate in greater Nouméa and Car Sud (another bus company) cover the satellite towns Dumbéa and Païta et Mont Dore.
Intercity buses have been introduced to link regional towns with Nouméa as part of the Nouméa Accords towards self-government. The Reseau d’Autocars Interurban has 40 55-seater Mercedes coaches on 15 services. Buses operate on Grande Terre only.
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Flying in through the early morning haze to the Isle of Pines, it’s easy to see how it earned the nickname l’île la plus proche du paradis (the closest island to heaven on earth). It is defi ned by endless turquoise waters, wide white sandy bays and secluded spots.
For those arriving by boat, this is even more evident. The Betico 2 fast ferry moors at Kuto Bay, one of the most perfect beaches in the world. Pristine bleached white coral sand tapers gently into crystal-clear water on a pine-fringed bay. Guests at the island’s other, fancier hotels, come for lunch so they can while away the afternoon lazing on the perfect beach.
Not that the Isle of Pines is short on perfect beaches. Although Captain James Cook – who made a stop here looking for mast wood – may have
ISLANDS OF WONDERTHE ISLE OF PINES IS THE JEWEL IN NEW CALEDONIA’S CROWN. AND THE GOOD NEWS IS THAT THERE ARE PLENTY MORE ISLANDS TO DISCOVER AS WELL
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mistakenly named the island after the pine tree, the conifer trees found all over New Caledonia are not true pines. The fast growing Araucaria Columnaris have prospered all over the island, giving every beachfront resort seclusion thanks to a thick forest of evergreens, or Cook pines. The nearby hotels, for example, are prized by honeymooners for their privacy.
The Kunié people, after whom the island takes its local name, also thrived. Kunié houses are a riot of colour. A rose house may sit alongside an orange one and across the road from an ochre cottage. Each has a manicured garden of tropical fl owers.
Traditional life blends with modernity, with pirogue outrigger canoes used to pluck the abundant marine life out of the sea and onto the table and whatever cannot be caught is grown in well-tended gardens throughout the island. Wild ginger grows to add spice to dishes, while whatever is missing is available at the French supermarkets.
As on the mainland, the yam is the most highly prized of all crops. Walking through the yam market in the island’s largest town of Vao, you get a sense of how important the tubers are to the Kanak people. In addition to the edible yams, prized specimen of exotic varieties are on sale as symbolic gifts. A four pronged Papua New Guinean monster yam competed with a Vanuatu whopper for best in class when we passed through. Elsewhere stalls with perfect baguettes and crêpes vie with those serving traditional bougna hotpots as delicious culinary options.
The blend of perfect beaches with Kanak culture is something only New Caledonian islands can do. There are so many islands, isles and islets dotted in the lagoon that experts have given up counting them. In the Bay of Nouméa alone there are some 55 landmasses, while the Isle of Pines, the Loyalty Islands and the Belêp archipelago, form the southern, eastern and northern extremes of New Caledonian territory respectively.
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THE LOYALTY ISLANDS
The islands of Lifou, Maré and Ouvéa make up the Loyalties, the trio of islands which lie roughly 190km to the east of the main New Caledonian island of Grand Terre.
Lifou, which also counts the tiny satellite island of Tiga as part of its territory, is the largest of these islands and at 1146 square kilometres is offi cially the world’s largest atoll. The island was visited by French missionaries from the 1840s and consequently there are still some 19th century Catholic church buildings to visit including the Chapelle Notre Dame de Lourdes.
The island also has resplendent limestone cave to explore, such as Grotte les Joyaux de Luengoni, which are fi lled with crystaline waters. Nearby Luengoni Beach is also a white sand wonder that typifi es Pacifi c paradise.
Maré is the easternmost island its natural beauty is also evident. The Le Bone de la Léproserie, so named because there was once a nearby leper hospital, is another deep limestone pool that has to be seen to be believed. Kanak culture is also on show at the Centre Culturel Yeiwene Yeiwene. Here, visitors will also discover stone ruins of peculiar origin that date back to 250AD.
Ouvéa is the the northernmost island and its crescent shaped terrain abuts a magnificent coral lagoon. There’s over 25km of white sand beach and at the Pont de Mouli the underwater inhabitants are on show, with sharks and rays clearly visible from above.
GETTING THERE:Air Calédonie flies from Nouméa Magenta to Lifou, Maré, Tiga and Ouvéa and between the islands. Services to the main three islands are multiple times per day, with inter-island and Tiga flights operating two to three per week. The Betico 2 fast ferry operates a triangular route between Nouméa, Lifou and Maré.
Each has its unique charm and each is different from the mainland Grande Terre, nicknamed Le Caillou (the pebble) by islanders. Most are also accessible by boat or by plane. Air Calédonie has regular services to the larger islands in its fl eet of ATR turboprops from Nouméa’s downtown Magenta airport.
It is the Loyalty Islands of Ouvéa, Maré and Lifou that capture the imagination of many. Iaai, Nengone and Drehu, as they are known by the indigenous inhabitants, are picture-postcard tropical outcrops of lush vegetation set on impossibly perfect lagoons. Slices of Pacifi c perfection, they are beloved of Japanese honeymooners and cruise ship passengers alike.
Ouvéa is also the only part of New Caledonia with a Polynesian heritage, with several thousand descendants from France’s Wallis Island having settled on what they know as Uvea.
Although the Loyalties and the Isle of Pines are longer stay islands, there are many within Noumea Bay that
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are easily accessible for day trips or overnight stays. The Îlot Maître boasts the L’Escapade Resort, home to New Caledonia’s only over-water bungalows. Nearby Îlot Canard (Duck Island) is a watersports hub that attracts kite surfers, wind surfers and snorkellers. The lighthouse on Amédée Island is also a big drawcard for many, although the ubiquitous sea snakes the island attracts are less so.
In the north, outcrops and atolls appear almost wherever there is an inlet or bay. Baaba, Pam and Taanlo islands welcome day-tripping guests staying in Hotel Malabou near Poum, for example.
So with a deep fried Vietnamese-French-Kanak fusion nem spring roll in my hand, I waited for the fl ight back to the metropolis of Nouméa. I sighed and refl ected that aside from choosing which one to head for, the only bad part of visiting a New Caledonian island is saying goodbye.
KNOW YOUR NEIGHBOUR
THERE ARE THREE WAYS TO ACCESS THE ISLE OF PINES:
Air Calédonie, New Caledonia’s domestic airline operates up to six services daily from Nouméa’s downtown airport Magenta to Moué airport on the island. The airline uses brand new ATR 72-600 turboprops.
There is a fast ferry, Betico 2, operated by Sudîles, to the Isle of Pines twice a week on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Helicopter transfers to the Isle of Pines are also available.
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Key:
Main roads
Airport
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World Heritage site
Main roads
Airport
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EVENTSYAM FESTIVAL (MARCH): The Yam festival has been labelled the most important event on the indigenous Kanak calendar. From sunrise, men and women of the sea and earth clans prepare the decoration and cooking of the yams with dances and traditional Melanesian songs featuring throughout the days’ celebrations.
FRENCH CHEESE FESTIVAL (JUNE): Held at Le Méridien Nouméa, the Chateux Royal Nouméa and the Sheraton New Caledonia Deva Resort and Spa in Bourail, this is the main event of the year for cheese amateurs. A huge selection of over 130 artisan cheeses chosen by famous cheese master Gerard Poulard and their complementing wines will be available for tasting.
BASTILLE DAY (JULY 14): The national Bastille Day is celebrated as much in Nouméa is as much as it is in mainland France. The July 14 pageant features a military parade, music, dancing and fi reworks display commemorating the start of the French Revolution in 1789.
BOURAIL FAIR (AUGUST): Check out the colourful booths and the local Caledonian products, meet the cattle farmers who present their most beautiful specimens, but also the stockmen and real cowboys of the Caledonian bush who participate in a colourful rodeo.
NOUMÉA CARNIVAL (MID AUGUST): The Nouméa Carnival is one of the largest events in the country and is attended by more than 15,000 people. Concerts, music, costumes, dancing, food, a grand parade and fi reworks display feature every year.
VANILLA FESTIVAL (MID OCTOBER)Originally from Madagascar, the vanilla was imported to Kanak lands by an English missionary. The tribe of Mou on Lifou celebrates the harvest of the vanilla with traditional songs and dances and organises visits to the vanilla plantation with tastings and food stalls. The tribes on Lifou welcome visitors to their villages and are happy to open their homes and explain their customs.
GYPSY JAZZ FESTIVAL (NOVEMBER 20 TO 22): This is the fi rst festival in the South Pacifi c area devoted to the music of renowned French musicians Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli. Concerts are held all over New Caledonia: in Nouméa, Païta and the Loyalty Islands.
EVENTS & SPORTS GUIDE
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SPORTSTRIATHLON (APRIL): Established in 1985, the New Caledonia Triathlon is now a major annual sporting event with 300 plus athletes from around the world gathering in Nouméa to take part. With the course following the breathtaking coastline, it’s no surprise that competitors fl ock here in droves.Website: www.triathlon-noumea.com/en
GOLF: New Caledonia has joined New Zealand and Australia in hosting one of the 13 tournaments of the Professional Golf Association Tour. The tournament will be played at the Tina golf course, a par 72 over a distance of 6100 yards. There are three other 18-hole courses in the territory including the Pete Dye-designed course at the Sheraton New Caledonia Deva Resort and Spa. Website: www.new-caledonia.com.au
HIKING: Hiking is a national pastime in the rugged mountainous country that is blessedly free of deadly animals. A mountain chain spans the mainland from north to south, offering two completely different facets to visitors of the region: the eastern slope caressed by the trade winds provides elevated and rugged heights, whereas the western slope offers a panorama of plains exploited for cattle rearing and farming. The inland country reveals numerous valleys and rain forests. These landscapes can be travelled by foot, on mountain bike or horseback by using the looped or crisscross walking tracks. At the present time, there are 21 shorter tracks and two longer tracks for hiker’s to tackle.Website: www.new-caledonia.com.au
CYCLING: The French love of cycling has survived the voyage into the Pacifi c and is now a fi rm fi xture of suburban roads in greater Nouméa and mountainsides around the south. New Caledonia is also making a name for itself on the sporting events circuit. The Tour de Nouvelle Calédonie mimics its mainland France counterpart, taking riders on a grand scenic journey around almost 900km of roads. Website: www.new-caledonia.com.au
THE TRANSCALEDONIENNE (EARLY JULY)The Transcaledonienne is a sporting race over different stages which zigzags from north to south. The rally which takes two days to complete (64km in distance crossing over the New Caledonia mountain chain) is an annual event on the fi rst weekend of July each year. This important and popular sporting event attracts more than 800 competitors of all levels. Several options are organised which allows people of varying fi tness and ability levels to participate.
THE NEW CALEDONIA INTERNATIONAL MARATHON (AUGUST): The picturesque circuit, which draws around 150 competitors each year – half of who travel from overseas – borders the turquoise waters of the lagoon waterfront and is a huge drawcard for spectators every August. A half-marathon is also organised for marathon enthusiasts who are not part of the elite category.Website: www.marathon-nouvellecaledonie.com/en
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When visiting a friend for dinner in Australia, you might take a nice bottle of wine. In France, it is more common to take a dessert or even some fl owers for your host, rather than presuppose the carefully matched wine. So as we splashed our way through a creek en route to lunch at indigenous tour guide Jehudit Pwija’s home, our thoughts turned to the gift we had selected to give him and his wife in exchange for a traditional feast.
The Pwijas are Napoémien people, the tribe taking its name from the Nap-wéimié river that winds its way through the lush valley the clan has called home for thousands of years since the great migration from southern India that laid the foundations for Melanesian culture.
Some four kilometres from the nearest town, it was a few hard-to-fi nd luxuries we took to the Pwijas. With Jehudit guiding us along the winding mountain path that leads to the home he shares with two children and several members of his extended family, we picked our way through thicket and bush to fi nd ourselves at chez Pwija.
As we handed over a can of coffee, a piece of tan coloured cloth and a 1000 franc note, we made a little speech to assure Jehudit and his wife Priscille of our gratitude. He in turn thanked us for coming to visit him and assured us that while we were on his property he would protect us. This customary gesture is central to the Melanesian way of life and ignoring it would be the height of bad manners.
NEW CALEDONIA’SKANAK CULTURE
TO REALLY GET A FEEL FOR THE INDIGENOUS CULTURE THAT UNDERPINS NEW CALEDONIAN LIFE YOU NEED TO VENTURE NORTH FROM THE GATEWAY OF NOUMEA. HERE’S WHAT A GENUINELY INCLUSIVE CULTURAL EXPERIENCE FEELS LIKE
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With formalities out of the way, the Pwijas set to work showing us how to prepare a bougna, the traditional feast enjoyed by all the Melanesian tribes of New Caledonia, collectively called the Kanaks.
Jehudit placed long thin coconut leaves into a complex weave to bind the banana leaves that would form the parcel around our lunch. Taro and yams, the two essential ingredients in all Kanak cuisine, representing female and male longevity respectively, went in fi rst. Other starchy roots followed such as cassava, plantain and pumpkin. Then beautiful freshwater prawns and chicken pieces were arranged on top. Fresh coconut milk was poured over the food, some
light seasoning added and the parcel was wrapped up ready for the oven.
Except the Pwijas’ oven was a pit of red hot stones dug at the bottom of his garden. Decade-old bark from the broad-leaved paperbark trees known locally as niaouli protected the bougna from burning, just as the fi reproof tea-tree bark has done for centuries in the thatched roofs of traditional huts found in Kanak settlements across the land.
As the prawn bake cooks, the family shows us around their home, a mix of traditional huts and modern concrete bungalows. All the produce in his meals is sourced locally from a self-sustaining market garden on precarious terraces above his homestead, Jehudit explains.
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“When my people wanted to eat, they just had to pluck prawns and crabs from the water, dig some yams from the ground and pick fruit from the trees,” he explains.
Jehudit studied tourism at the Aoraki Polytechnic in Timaru on New Zealand’s South Island. There he learnt how the Maori tradition of hangi pit cooking was part of the tourism mix in a land where indigenous heritage is taken seriously. In recent years greater recognition of the tribal lands and practices of the Kanaks has seen greater promotion of the unique Melanesian culture found in New Caledonia.
Nowhere is this more evident than in the Northern Province and the
Loyalty Islands, the two provinces of this federated territory to have majority Kanak populations. Here French road signs give way to hand-crafted signs, often with different spellings to those found in guidebooks. Each tribe has been given responsibility to maintain rest areas for travellers and to keep their patch of the road clean and tidy.
The tribes take this responsibility seriously and the legendary hospitality and warmth comes through when strangers visit the roadside stalls that dot the highway as it snakes through the mountain passes. Most have an honesty box for the sale of their abundant, organic produce, others are tended by a family of locals.
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KNOW YOUR NEIGHBOUREMBRACING KANAK CUSTOMS
New Caledonia is a multicultural society in which European, Polynesian and Asian migrants share the land with the indigenous Melanesian people known collectively as Kanaks.
Kanak society is complex, with New Caledonia divided into eight indigenous land councils (aires coutumières) representing the main tribal groupings. As with the 33 languages spoken by Kanaks, three of these land councils are unique to each of the three Loyalty Islands. French serves as a common language between tribes, as traditionally women marry into a tribe other than their own.
Although initially a mis-applied term for ethnic Polynesians in Hawaii (kanaka maoli), Kanak has been embraced by the Melanesians of New Caledonia, who account for 40% of the population of 270,000.
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Earlier at a comfort stop at a rest area with a toilet, we were presented with grapefruit the size of footballs as a gesture of friendship as we passed through their country.
As our stomachs start to growl, the smell of a charcoal fi re wafts through the air. Jehudit and nephew Yasmin set about liberating the bougna parcel from the pit. This is no mean feat, using just the heatproof leaves as mitts. Once decorated by Priscille with stems of red ginger fl owers, which Jehudit explains is a female touch he would never have thought of, it is time to crack open the beautiful green parcels.
Perched atop piles of steaming tubers sit vibrant pink yabbies in one bougna, sunset yellow-skinned chicken portions in the other. Priscille completes the feast with a pawpaw salad, coconut rice and a steamed spinach known as Kanak cabbage.
All is washed down with freshly squeezed passionfruit juice and everything is organic, chemical free
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and locally farmed; traditions that are being threatened by the convenience of imported French charcuterie and cheeses available in the supermarkets in town, Jehudit explains.
Bougnas are now reserved for important family gatherings and holiday feasts. As with Christmas or Easter, bougnas are a time for family to get together and show off their best gifts. Kanak money used to be elaborate decorative pieces made from Imperial Pigeon feathers and fl ying fox hairs. The tradition continues today when different families meet for a bridal bougna.
With full bellies we thank our hosts and set off down the hill back across the river – which seems more treacherous now than when we crossed the fi rst time – to resume our tour.
Jehudit settles back to enjoy a coffee on us, with the heavily-pregnant Priscille abstaining on health grounds. Lucky for her the twentieth century tradition of presenting cigarettes in place of Kanak money is now frowned upon.
KNOW YOUR NEIGHBOUR
THE THREE BEST SPOTS TO IMMERSE YOURSELF IN KANAK CULTURE
The Loyalty Islands: Maré, Ouvéa, Lifou and Tiga all remain largely traditional outside the resorts. Melanesian culture predominates on most islands, but Ouvéa is also half Polynesian.
Hienghène: The largest town in the north east, Hienghène was the tribal home of Jean-Marie Tjibaou, the leader of the indigenous nationalist movement. His grave is located nearby.
Isle of Pines: Kunié, as the Isle of Pines is known to its people, was partitioned between French political prisoners and Kanaks under the reign of Kanedjo, daughter of Chief Kaoua Vendégou.
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PoumPum
PouéboPweevo
OuégoaWegoa
Kaala-GomenKaola Göme
KoumacHienghèneHyehen
VohVook
KonéKoohnê
PouemboutPwèbuu
PoyaNékö
Baie d’Harcourt Île Baaba
Baie d’Ohland
Baie de sable
Baie des requinsBaie de Gomen
Baie Chasseloup
Baie de Katawiti
Baie Blanche
Baie deNekoro
WaalaEva
OonoWéaa
Pairomé
Pânan
ÎlesBélep
Île Pott
Île Art
HouaïlouWaa Wi Luu
KouaouaKaa wi Paa
CanalaBaie
de Nakéty
Baie de Koua
TouhoTuo Cèmuhi
PonérihouenPwäräiriwâ
PoindimiéPwêêdi Wiimîâ
Île BalabioÎle Yandé
Baie de Néhoué
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MAP OF THE NORTH
South Province
North Province
Key:
World Heritage sites
Main roads
Secondary roads
North South Border
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WHERE TO STAYThe perfect tropical romantic break is defi ned by the ability to fl op out of your hotel room into a coral cove, as you can in New Caledonia.
The Loyalty Islands and the Isle of Pines feature paradisiacal accommodation for newlyweds that fulfi ls the criteria of being both sublime and conveniently close to Australia and New Zealand. Ouvéa only has one resort, so staying here is a chance to really get away from it all and enjoy your own private paradise. The two larger Loyalty Islands, Maré and Lifou each feature a number of resorts, but neither are mass tourism by any stretch.
The most convenient island escape is the Isle of Pines. Here the hardest choice is whether to swim in the infinity pool or inthe crystal clear lagoon.
I HEART NEW CALEDONIAFor die-hard romantics, the Heart of Voh is a must. Set in four hectares of mangrove near the city of Koné, the perfectly-shaped heart is a unique vegetation formation.
First publicised by aerial photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand in his 1999 book Earth from Above, the Heart of Voh is now the iconic symbol of New Caledonia tourism.
The best way to view it is from a helicopter or ultra-light plane. Koné has an airport with several operators specialising in Heart tours.
NUPTIALS NEARING French law allows non-French nationals to wed legally in New Caledonia. Gay and lesbian couples are also permitted to wed, which is another strong point of difference for the destination.
WEDDINGS & HONEYMOONS
SWAYING PALM TREES, WHITE SAND BEACHES, TURQUOISE WATERS AND LUXURY ACCOMMODATION ARE THE STUFF OF HONEYMOONERS DREAMS.
BUT UNLIKE OTHER SOUTH PACIFIC DESTINATIONS, NEW CALEDONIA OFFERS ALL THIS AND A LOT MORE
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In anticipation of impending nuptials, several hotels have established wedding chapels. Laws are also being reviewed on the Loyalty Islands, which would let them compete with Fiji and other Pacific marriage perennials.
BRINGING IT ALL TOGETHERWhen all is said and done, here are the three best reasons to enjoy your honeymoon in New Caledonia.
1. FRENCH CUISINE AND CHAMPAGNE Nothing says romance like Paris and New Caledonia drops a little taste of Paris in the South Pacific with delicious cheeses, desserts and, of course, French champagne. Your honeymoon is your
most indulgent holiday so let loose and eat your way around the islands.
2. STUNNING SUNSETSWhether you’re sipping on a cocktail as the sun dips down for the day, or kayaking on the pristine waters with your loved one taking in the fresh evening air and vibrant colours of the sky, the magic of New Caledonia’s sunsets will stay with you.
3. GETTING ACTIVEFor love birds looking for something more invigorating than lying by the beach, rent a scooter and explore the streets of Nouméa, try your hand at stand up paddle boarding, or for the more adventurous, kite surfi ng is perfect for both experts and fi rst timers to the sport.
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THERE’S NOTHING LIKE HITTING THE WATER WHEN ON HOLIDAY AND NEW CALEDONIA IS ONE OF THE WORLD’S BEST DESTINATIONS FOR SOME AQUA ACTIVITY
Surrounded by the world’s largest lagoons, it is not surprising that New Caledonians spend much of their free time in or on the water. As a result, it has some of the world’s best and most easily accessible water sports, all following European safety standards.
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One of the best places to literally immerse yourself in the rich biodiversity of the Coral Sea is on the Isle of Pines, where an easily-accessible tidal pool is so full of tropical fi sh it’s like swimming in an aquarium. But to see the full splendour of the reef, head to Poindimé on the northeast coast where you can snorkel on a deserted stretch of reef 13km from shore and have the whole underwater adventure waiting for you on video once you are back on dry land. Bourail reef and the islands around Nouméa are also excellent for snorkelling. Most diving sites are preserved too.
1. SNORKELLING NATURALLY
2. SAILING
3. SURFING
Situated only 1200km from the Australian coast and 1700km from the tip of New Zealand’s North Island, New Caledonia’s islands are well known to yachties who love the calm coral waters and warm trade winds. Some 2000 Australian and New Zealand yachts moor in Nouméa every year. There are many yacht charter companies providing vessels on either a bare boat or crewed basis. For non-sailors, there are also a wealth of day trips, as well as three-day and weekly yacht charters sailing to the Nouméa Bay islands, the Isle of Pines and out to the Loyalty Islands.
New Caledonia has surf all year round, although the best time for waves is from June to August. Most surfi ng is reef-based, with over 200 reef passes attracting local wave riders. The La Néra break, meanwhile, is considered one of the top 20 surf spots in the South Pacifi c. Surf camps are a great option for those wanting a New Caledonia surf holiday. They provide food, lodging and transfers to the hot surfi ng spots on the west coast.
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4. KITE SURFING
5. STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDING
6. SPORT FISHING
One watersport that is better exploited in New Caledonia than elsewhere in the Asia Pacifi c is kite surfi ng. Unlike the sport of wind surfi ng, kite surfi ng is a recreational activity that requires less practice to enjoy. Thus it is well suited to casual practitioners as well as experts. Pointe Magnin off Nouméa’s eastern suburbs is well known in the kite surfi ng fraternity as one of Oceania’s best locations, due to its consistent, steady side-onshore winds and the large open body of water.
Like kite surfi ng, “le stand-up paddle” is enormously popular in New Caledonia among locals and tourists alike. The shallows that surround Nouméa and elsewhere in the territory are thronged by standuppeurs every morning before work and on the weekends. Originally a Hawaiian offshoot of surfi ng, stand-up paddleboarding is now a recognised sport. New Caledonia is a perfect place to try the new discipline, which is a hybrid of kayaking and surfi ng.
Big game fi shing is all the rage in northern New Caledonia, where the rich and famous seek out the elusive bonefi sh, renowned for its tenacity. Tuna and mackerel are also found in good numbers throughout New Caledonia, while coral trout and sweetlip emperor are abundant around the northern reefs. Local tour guides work in partnership with the island’s tribes, as the waters off the northern end of Grand Terre are custodial fi shing grounds and in many cases sacred. Tribal permission must be sought and custom dues paid before entering the waters.
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7. FLYBOARDING
Another new sport taking off, literally, in New Caledonia is fl yboarding. Invented in 2012 by French jet ski champion Franky Zapata, fl yboarding allows riders to ride a board connected to a high-propulsion hose.The rider is thrown in the air and controls the jet board like a traditional surfboard. The sport has only just reached Australia and New Zealand, making New Caledonia a great place for early adopters to try their hand, or feet.
A near relation to f ly boarding is hover boarding but this is an even newer invention, dating from only last year and again spawned from the mind of Franky Zapata. It’s also attached to jetskis, allowing the less adventurous to watch the high-speed ride. Both are available to try in the waters off Bourail alongside the more gentle snorkelling tours through Jet Paradise.
8. HOVER BOARDING
9. DIVING
With a UNESCO World Heritage protected reef encircling its islands, diving is excellent almost everywhere in New Caledonia. Many places offer beginner courses that do not require recuperation time. For some of the best deep water diving and free diving, head to the waters off Hienghene, La Foa, Bourail, Koumac, the Isle of Pines and Nouméa.
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Thousands of Australian and New Zealand cruise passengers enjoy a three hour kayak session on the Dumbéa River each year. An even eerier experiences is a night paddle through the Yaté Lake – a reservoir created by f looding a eucalyptus forest. The dead trees glow white in the moonlight, providing a ghostly obstacle course.
10. KAYAKING
11. WINDSURFING
12. GLASS BOTTOM BOAT
One of the best established sports in New Caledonia, and one practiced by hundreds every weekend, wind surfing is almost sacred here. If you want to try your hand amongst the locals, then head to the Maison du Lagon in Port Moselle, a specialised information bureau for all watersports.
If all this activity has you in the mood for some down time, a glass-bottomed boat is an excellent way to relax while still taking in the wonders of the lagoon’s abundant sea life.
The best known and most easily accessible is the Mary’D, whose day trips to Amadée Island cater for cruise ship passengers and short break visitors alike. The Mary’D sails from the Port Moselle marina over waters teeming with tropical fish, delighting young and old.
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Key:Main roads
Magenta domestic airport
To Tontouta airport
NOUMÉA
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18 urban experiences you’d never
expect in the pacific
Nouméa is uNdoubtedly the big smoke, drawiNg people from all over the freNch south pacific aNd
abroad. the city is a hub for Nightlife, shoppiNg aNd gastroNomy with a distiNctly freNch feel. here’s
how to experieNce the best of it
1. Upmarket shopping at the
Centre VilleMany suburban shopping
malls in Nouméa now house bigger brands but the boutiques
of the Centre Ville still draw the smart set to its narrow streets. Centred on the Rue d’Alma, the
network of streets around the main square, Place des Cocotiers, has many
a surprise. As well as the boutiques, there are a host of New Caledonian shops to look out for too.
2. CheCk oUt ChinatownMoments away from the dockside is the new Chinatown, or Quartier Asiatique, which opened in October 2013. Around 7% of Nouméa’s population has Asian
heritage, mostly drawn from former French colonies such as Vietnam and Cambodia, but also Shanghai, which was French until 1946.
A statue here honours the Vietnamese workers who came to New Caledonia to mine for chrome and nickel in the late 19th century. Stop here for delicious nem spring rolls and Vietnamese coffee with condensed milk.
3. haVe a wander throUgh the plaCe des CoCotiersPlace des Cocotiers Itself is a metaphor for New Caledonia. This typically French central square is fringed with the South Pacific coconut trees of the same name and now completed with Kanak totems.
The square has also been spruced up in recent years and is now the perfect
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spot to stop and relax, review your purchases and people watch.
Young couples stroll together, businessmen march on through, Kanak ladies braid hair and many stop and read Les Nouvelles Caledonians daily newspaper. You can even watch the locals play chess, or if you think you’ve got what it takes, join in.
4. Visit the ChoColatiers of the latin QUarterThe undeniable architectural highlight of the city centre is the imposing St. Joseph Cathedral. The cathedral, which calls to mind those found in Latin American countries, was built by convict labour in
ten years from 1887.But the highlight of the Latin
Quarter remains the chocolatiers, whose use of locally-sourced
cacao, vanilla beans and sugar give the products a unique
flavour. These incredible purveyors of chocolate
and other treats will make even the quickest pitstop
an unforgettable experience.
5. admire Colonial arChiteCtUre at faUboUrg blanChotMany of the best examples of French Pacific colonial architecture can be found in Faubourg Blanchot – the earliest bourgeois neighbourhood of the burgeoning colony in the late 19th century. The suburb contains almost 60 colonial homes and four other historical buildings that are all expertly mapped out in English in a new walking trail produced by Nouméa city council.
Like Queenslander houses, the properties of Blanchot were built for the conditions. These wooden abodes come complete with verandahs, canopies and metal roofs. Start at the Maison Célières, a grand family home whose porch was once the largest in New Caledonia. Wind your way back to the former city prison at the top of the Latin Quarter.
6. Unwind by the waterWith a beat throbbing into the bay until early in the morning every weekend, Noumea’s coastal suburbs promise much in the way of nightlife. Several bars, perched atop a pontoon jutting
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out into Anse Vata, have launched New Caledonian live acts and DJs into the international arena for over a decade. In total there are three venues on the same pier, with an upmarket restaurant to add to the appeal.
Anse Vata is one of the prime nightspots of Nouméa after dark, with nightclubs and eateries dotted along the beachfront.
7. learn aboUt indigenoUs CUltUre at the tjibaoU CentreDesigned by Italian architect Renzo Piano, the Tjibaou Cultural Centre is a world-class museum, gallery, exhibition and interpretive hub and is a major tourist drawcard for those wanting an insight into New Caledonia’s Melanesian peoples. A visit is a must for anyone interested in New Caledonian culture.
8. walk from port moselle along the baysLike Sydney and Auckland, Nouméa is a city of interconnected bays. And with so much of the town’s life taking place on or around the water, it’s not surprising that many want a coastal view for their
homes. Also like its antipodean sister cities, Nouméa has some great walks around its most famous bays.
The place to start is Port Moselle, home to the inter-island ferries, taxi boat and yacht charters that can sail you to one of Nouméa Bay’s many islands for daytrips.
9. Visit the port moselle market for a tasty treatBehind the marina is the town’s central market, which is a melting pot of cultures, with enormous yams and taros vying for space with fresh baguettes, French cheeses and local cured meats.
Try the venison saussison and wild boar pâté for a taste of New Caledonia or watch the Noumean citizens haggling over kilos of freshly caught prawns. Roll up early on Saturdays and Sundays to ensure you get the best of the locally grown produce and the freshest offerings from the plentiful coastal waters.
10. take a day trip to an offshore islandL’ile aux Canards, or Duck Island, is a just a two minute water taxi ride from Anse Vata pier and is ideal for those looking
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to while an afternoon away. You can swim at
the beach, kick back under an umbrella, or if you’d like
a meal and a drink, you can enjoy lunch under a traditional
thatched fare. On land there’s a both a nature
trail and an art trail to explore, while offshore, the shallow 400 metre
underwater trail is well marked and has signs that help identify the multitude of marine inhabitants.
11. all aboard the tChoU tChoU train An excellent way to get your bearings around the city of Nouméa, the Petit Train runs twice a day, except on Sundays, and completes a wide circuit of the city.
Aside from getting a feel for Noumea’s sights it’s also relatively inexpensive entertainment for families with kids. It departs from 10am on Mondays and at 3pm on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Tickets can be bought from the driver.
12. relax with a spa dayFor the ultimate in indulgence, visit the spa Chateau Royal with its aquatonic spa pool, which is the largest in Noumea. The city also has a host of other options – both hotels and institutes – around for a chilled out day. Treatments options include hamam, massage, spa and sauna.
13. be the big Cheese at a piCniCOne of the best things about New Caledonia is its selection of exquisite French cheeses. Despite New Zealand dairy making inroads and local producers starting new artisan creameries, most fromage on the shelves of Nouméa’s supermarkets and specialist cheese shops is imported from mainland France.
Pick some up along with a freshly-baked baguette and a fine French wine. For the real aficionados, the Le Méridien and Chateaux Royal in Nouméa and Sheraton Deva Resort and Spa in Bourail have French cheese festivals in June.
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14. take a segway toUr of noUméa’s zooNouméa’s botanical gardens also houses the city’s zoo. The Parc Zoologique et Forestier is a veritable urban park only minutes from the city centre in the Vallée du Tir suburb.
The gardens are home to the elusive Cagou, New Caledonia’s national bird, as well as hundreds of other endemic flora and fauna found nowhere else on Earth. One of the best ways to get around the sprawling site is on a Segway personal transporter.
15. stop for a pintCraft beer lovers are not left wanting in Nouméa. Although its famous lager Number One dominates, you can try a wider selection of beverages in the numerous bars, cafés and clubs that are popular spots for visiting Australians and New Zealanders.
16. find nemo behind glassFor undersea action, head to the city’s main fish tank, L’Aquarium des Lagons, which reopened in 2007 in a state-of-the-art building.
Sitting on a headland between Anse Vata and the Baie des Citrons, the aquarium also offers one of the best views in Nouméa.
17. disCoVer kUendU beaChFor another memorable coastal option, Kuendu Beach is located just 10 minutes away from the city centre and possesses a beautiful sandy stretch which is very popular among local families. Nearby hotels also offer multiple activities(waterslides, a restaurant, kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding) and you can also visit the remains of Fort Tereka.
18. see noUmea from atop a sCeniC lookoUtOuen Toro provides a marvellous view over Nouméa’s lagoon and surrounding islands. From here you can even see the distant Amedee lighthouse in fine weather, while views of Mount Dore and the city of Noumea are guaranteed.
There’s also another lookout behind the Noumea Cathedral, Mont Vénus, and another on the way to the Zoological and Botanical Garden Park.
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DAY ONE: Morning: Fly to Noumea. Aircalin, the international airline of New Caledonia, is a full service airline offering a warm South Pacific welcome and distinct French Pacific flavours, ensuring your New Caledonia experience begins from the moment you board your flight. After your transfer from Nouméa’s Tontouta Airport to Nouméa, you’ll still have time to settle into your hotel and enjoy a spa treatment.Afternoon: Discover Noumea’s popular beach spots, such as Anse Vata and Baie de Citrons (Lemon Bay). With a number of hotels only a stone’s throw away from the shoreline, grab your snorkel and explore the crystal clear waters, enjoy leisurely strolls along the beach, sunbathe or chose among the numerous watersport activities in and around Noumea. After this activity, seek out an aperitif and fi nd a restaurant for dinner. Evening: Choose a dining spot from one of the many waterside venues for a stunning French meal over the equally stunning coral lagoon.
HERE’S HOW TO EXPERIENCE THE MAIN ISLAND OF GRAND
TERRE WHEN YOU’VE ONLY GOT A FEW DAYS TO SPARE
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DAY TWO Morning: To maximise your time, get up early and head to the Port Moselle Market, which opens at 5am. Here you will fi nd locals shopping for island produce and the day’s freshest catch, while you browse for souvenirs, crafts and other items.
Be sure to take some time out for breakfast, enjoy a steaming espresso and a warm buttery pain au chocolat at the café in the centre of the marketplace. Afternoon: Home to the world’s largest lagoon and second largest reef in the world, New Caledonia is a snorkelling enthusiast’s paradise. One of the best ways to take it all in is on a day cruise to the stunning Amédée Island. A ride on a fast boat will take you to the offshore island and you can then transfer to a glass-bottom boat to cruise over the reef. From here you can jump into the turquoise waters with a snorkel and mask to explore the coral reef on your own.
After an exotic buffet lunch you take an easy stroll to the lighthouse or visit the world’s smallest post office before enjoying a dance performance. Evening: If you don’t have time to visit the hinterland make sure you make the time to try a traditional Kanak meal at one of the restaurants that serve this cuisine.
DAY THREE Morning: For the ultimate in relaxation, enjoy a spa at one of Nouméa’s upmarket hotels. Or, if you’re in search of a bargain, some fresh produce or a gift, take a stroll around the city’s markets. Here you can experience European culture as you shop alfresco style and then take some time to enjoy a coffee and croissant at a local café.Afternoon: Get to know Nouméa, a bustling cosmopolitan city with a distinct French fl avour. The Noumea Explorer (hop-on, hop-off bus) is an easy way to familiarise yourself with the key sights of Nouméa including Anse Vata Bay and the Baie des Citrons, The Museum of New Caledonia and the Aquarium des Lagons.Evening: Relax at your hotel for dinner and then head out for a drink at a coastal venue as live music plays. Don’t miss the happy hours from 5pm to 6.30pm in the various cafes, piano-bars and karaoke venues.
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DAY 1 Morning: Drive to Bourail. Here, vast ranches dominate the landscape of lush hills known as la brousse, or simply the bush. The farmers are known affectionately as broussards and Bourail is definitely cowboy country.
Visit the New Zealand War Cemetery, the gravesite of over 400 World War II soldiers, airmen and sailors. Afternoon: Bourail has been put on the map by the new Sheraton New Caledonia Deva set within the 8000-hectare Deva reserve. The Sheraton is five-star luxury writ large, with a Pete Dye-designed professional golf course. Clubs are available for hire and golf pros are on hand as well. If golf is not your thing, relax away the hours at the Deep Nature spa.
DAY 2 Morning: Travel inland, where the Col des Roussettes, or Fruitbat Mountain, makes an excellent vantage point to stop and survey the landscape.
Visit the Napoemien tribe of Houaïlou in central New Caledonia and share a traditional bougna earth-baked hotpot. Afternoon: After lunch, head to the nearby town of Poindimié to
WITH A FIVE DAY STAY IN NEW CALEDONIA, YOU CAN EXPLORE THE HEART OF THE
DESTINATION AS WELL AS EXPERIENCING THE TASTES AND SIGHTS OF NOUMÉA
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join a snorkelling trip to Tibarama islet. The offshore isle and surrounding reef are some of the easiest places to snorkel in the UNESCO World Heritage protected zone that surrounds New Caledonia.
DAY 3 Morning: Set off for Hienghène in the northern end of New Caledonia. The nationalist leader Jean-Marie Tjibaou, assassinated in 1989, belonged to the nearby Tiendanit tribe and his grave can be found here. The Tjibaou family also operate the Ka Waboana Lodge nearby. Take a kayak tour to inspect the brooding hen rock formation.Afternoon: After a seafood feast for lunch at the Kawa Buana Lodge set off again across the island to Poum on northern tip of the mainland. An interesting stop en route is Balade, the spot where Captain James Cook planted the Union Flag for the British while exploring the Pacific Ocean. Evening: Stay at your hotel and take a stroll to admire the local surrounds.
DAY 4 Morning and afternoon: Before taking an Air Calédonie flight back to Nouméa from the capital of the northern province, Koné, there is time to experience what made New Caledonia what it is today, mining.
Before nickel there was coal and chrome and one of the former chromium mines is now a well-preserved museum and visitor centre in the township of Tiebaghi.Evening: Once back in Nouméa, the cosmopolitan French flavour of the small city is yours to savour. Head to the Baie des Citrons for a wealth of dining options or watch the sun go down by the water.
DAY 5: Morning: Sitting on the shallow waters of the world’s largest lagoon, Nouméa offers all kinds of water sports from traditional windsurfing to kite surfing and stand-up paddle boarding. Head to the Maison du Lagon in Port Moselle for a complete breakdown of what’s on offer and take in a couple of hours’ water-based exercise before packing for your flight.Afternoon: Take a return flight with Aircalin from Noumea.
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DAY 1: Morning: Fly to Noumea and check in to your chosen hotel. Afternoon: It’s time for lunch. Wander along Anse Vata Bay or Baie des Citrons to fi nd the perfect restaurant. Take the Tchou Tchou Train to get your bearings around the capital city.
DAY 2: Morning: Visit the Tjibaou Cultural Centre. Designed by Italian architect, Renzo Piano, the centre is the perfect place to learn about the indigenous Kanak culture through interactive exhibitions, shows and concerts. Afternoon: Close to the Tjibaou Cultural Centre is the famous Tina Golf Course. It’s a fi rst class Pacifi c course that is a challenge for the experienced golfer and also forgiving on the amateur. Evening: After dinner head to a coastal nightspot for a quiet drink and to watch a live band playing.
DAY 3: Morning: Home to the world’s largest lagoon, and second largest reef in the world, New Caledonia offers a range of activities in and on the water.
Anse Vata Beach is a great place to learn windsurfi ng, while the îlot Maître is also popular with kite surfers.
SPENDING A WHOLE WEEK IN NEW CALEDONIA GIVES YOU THE CHANCE TO
VISIT OFFSHORE ISLANDS AND TO ABSORB THE INDIGENOUS KANAK CULTURE
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Afternoon: Take a heritage houses walk around the Faubourg Blanchot, the suburb where Nouméa’s best-preserved colonial era houses are concentrated.
DAY 4:Morning: A short 40-minute fl ight from Nouméa with Air Caledonie, are the Loyalty Islands. Head to Lifou, the largest, most varied and most populated, to see the spectacular cliff top views and pristine beaches. Afternoon: Discover the beautiful and authentic village of Hnathalo on the north side of Lifou. Head to Jokin for the spectacular view from the cliffs and drive to Easo admiring the beautiful chapel. Evening: For a rustic experience, an accommodation option is the Hukekep Tribal Stay. Dine here on local lobster and crayfi sh.
DAY 5: Morning: Rent a car from your hotel and explore the south of Lifou. Visit Luengoni Bay with white sand, blue seas and no crowds, and the village of Mou where you can admire the turtles. Afternoon: Fly back to Nouméa and enjoy a spa treatment at one of the upmarket resorts. Evening: Enjoy dinner on the îlot Maître if you come on a Friday or Saturday night.
DAY 6: Morning: Fly from Nouméa or take the more leisurely three-hour ferry ride from the Gare Maritime to the Isle of Pines. Afternoon: Visit the Piscine Naturelle. It’s a veritable swimmable aquarium, with a protected coral reef enclosed in shallow waters. Evening: For dinner be sure to try local specialty Isle of Pines escargots, enormous snails cooked in typical French garlic butter.
DAY 7: Morning: Fly back to Noumea and book a tour to explore the stunning Blue River Provincial Park, a protected natural reserve just a short 45 minute drive south of Nouméa. Afternoon: Leaving the lunar landscapes behind, head back to Nouméa via the Mont-Dore natural springs in Plum. The largest nickel mine in the world is also found in Mont-Dore, which can be seen from the road.Evening: Depart Noumea and fl y home to Australia with Aircalin.
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GEOGRAPHY New Caledonia is a special overseas territory of France, lying 1200km northeast of Australia and 1700km northwest of New Zealand, in the Coral Sea.
The main island, Grand Terre – is one of the largest islands in the Pacifi c and the capital Nouméa is located near its southern tip. The Bélep Islands off the north coast, the Isle of Pines to the south and the Loyalty Islands to the east are complemented by hundreds of smaller islands to form the territory known offi cially as La Nouvelle Calédonie. The territory is federated into three provinces; the Loyalty Islands, the North and the South.
The French central government in Paris controls foreign affairs and several other powers, but most other authority has been transferred to a New Caledonian government in Nouméa and to those of the provincial governments under a transition to self-government known as the Nouméa Accords.
LANGUAGE The official language is French with 28 indigenous languages and 11 dialects recognised.
MONEY The offi cial currency in New Caledonia is the French Pacifi c Franc (XPF), which it shares with two other French Pacifi c territories: French Polynesia including Tahiti and Wallis-Fortuna.
The Pacifi c Franc is pegged to the Euro. New notes came into circulation last year replacing the large format notes previously in use, which ceased to be legal tender in October 2014.
American Express and Visa are widely accepted in New Caledonia, while Diners Club and MasterCard have more limited use. ATMs are available in Nouméa, Koné, the Isle of Pines and other locations, but sometimes have a maximum weekly withdrawal limit.
The current exchange rate is around 81F to $AUD1 or 73F to $NZ1. A rough calculation can be achieved by dividing by ten and adding 10%.
COMMUNICATIONS Offi ce des postes et télécommunications de Nouvelle Calédonie (OPT) is the national telecommunications company. OPT also operates New Caledonia’s mobile
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
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phone network Mobilis. At present not all Australian and New Zealand providers have roaming agreements with OPT Mobilis. Rechargeable prepaid Mobilis Liberté SIM cards are available for 1050F ($AUD13), 3150F ($AUD39) and 5250F ($AUD65).
The iZi pre-paid telephone card offers cheap rate telephone calls to Australia and New Zealand and is available for 1000F ($AUD12) at tourist information points.
High-speed wi-fi is available at almost every resort and hotel in the country and is often free for guests. There are a number of wi-fi hotspots in Nouméa and in larger regional towns.
DIALLING CODES Country Code: +687 International Direct Dialling Prefi x: 00
EMERGENCY NUMBERS Ambulance: 15, Police 17, Fire 18
ELECTRICITY Voltage: 220 volts. Frequency: 50 Hz. European, two-prong plug.
CLIMATE New Caledonia has a temperate climate with two main seasons: Cold (June to August) and Hot (mid-November to mid-April). Water temperatures drop to 21°C in the cold season, and average air temperatures are around 24°C during the day and 15°C at night.
TIME ZONE+1 hour Australian Eastern Standard Time, -1 hour New Zealand Time.
GET TO KNOW A LITTLE LOCAL LINGOFrench is the offi cial language of New Caledonia and a phrase book is essential as English language profi ciency is mixed, especially outside Nouméa.
The French spoken by rural New Caledonians, referred to as Caldoche, has some idiosyncrasies not taught in textbooks of Parisian French. Many are infl uenced by Australian and New Zealand slang. Here are some examples:
CALDOCHE STANDARD FRENCH ENGLISHTinkyou bien Merci beaucoup Thank you very much(Quelque chose ) à bloc Beaucoup (de quelque chose) Heaps (of something)Baby-car Camionnette Mini-busCreek Ruisseau CreekLes Poken Les Australiens Aussies
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NOUMEA
Hotels
HÔTEL LE PARIS45/47 rue Sébastopol
ESCAPADE ILOT MAITREÎlot Maître, www.glphotels.nc
HÔTEL DU CENTRE30 route de la Baie des Dames
www.hotelducentre.nc
HÔTEL LE LAGON149 route de l’Anse Vata
www.lelagon.nc
HÔTEL NEW CALEDONIA10 rue Auguste Brun – Quartier Latin
www.hotel-new-caledonia.com
LE MÉRIDIEN NOUMÉAPointe Magnin
www.lemeridien.nc
LE MOCAMBO49 bis, rue Jules Garnier
LE NOUVATA123 prom. Roger Laroque
www.glphotels.nc
LE PARC 123 prom. Roger Laroque
www.glphotels.nc
Tourism residences
HILTON NOUMÉA
LA PROMENADE RESIDENCES 109 promenade Roger Laroque
www.hiltonhotels.com/fr
BEAURIVAGE 7 Promenade Roger Laroque
www.grands-hotels.nc
CASA DEL SOLE10 route de l’Aquarium
www.casadelsole.nc
MARINA BEACH HÔTEL 4 rue Auguste Page
www.marinabeach-hotel.com
MOTEL ANSE VATA19 rue Gabriel Laroque
bernbigaud@off ratel.nc
MOTEL LE BAMBOU44 rue Edouard Spahr
www.motel-bambou.com
LE PACIFIQUE123, prom. Roger Laroque
www.glphotels.nc
RAMADA PLAZA NOUMÉA Rue Louis Blériot
www.ramadaplaza-noumea.nc
COMPLEXE CHÂTEAU ROYAL BEACH RESORT AND SPA 140, prom. Roger Laroque
www.complexechateauroyal.nc
LE STANLEY HÔTEL ET SUITES33 rue de la Riviera
www.lestanley.com
Furnished facilities
BOUGAINVILLÉE 5 rue des Frères Rossi
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
COMME CHEZ SOI/AMBIANCE TROPICALE 8 rue Edouard Spahr
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
DOMAINE DE LA BAIE 3 rue du Luxembourg
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
ENTRE CIEL ET TERRE 8 rue Verneilh
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
ESMERALDA 4 rue Munch www.gites-hnahlapa.com
FAUBOURG LODGE12 rue Jeanne Jugan
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
LE LOGIS11 rue Roland Garros
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
LE NAUTILE BLEU 12, rue Liszt, Ste-Marie
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
LE PETIT NID DE SABINE 8 rue Saint-Saens
PANORAMA 180° 18 rue H. Guilbaud
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
ACCOMMODATION GUIDE
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RÉSIDENCE DE LA PLAGE 1 rue Auguste Page
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
RÉSIDENCE PLEIN SUD 15 rue Louis Blériot
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
SUR LES FLOTS 57 rue Rivièra - Magenta
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
TROPIK’AN 6 rue Jean Vergès
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
Beds & breakfast
ALIZÉS 12 rue Félix Broche,
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
ESCALE ALAMANDA 3 bis rue des Santals
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
HORIZON LAGON 15 rue Louis Blériot
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
LE BISMARKIA 5 rue des Frères Rossi
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
LE FARÉ MOANA 58 rue Charleroi
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
LE MERISIER 20 bis rue Paul Leyraud
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
VILLA UTRILLO 11 rue Utrillo,
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
TROPIK’AN 6 rue Jean Vergès
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
Campsite & caravans
CAMPING CAR EVASIONwww.campingcar.nc
CALTOURS CARAVANES ET LOISIRS43 rue Unger
DISCOUNT LOCATION135 route de l’Anse Vata, www.dlr.nc
Youth hostel
AUBERGE DE JEUNESSE DE NOUMÉA51 bis rue Olry
www aubergesdejeunesse.nc
MONT-DORE
Hotels
KANUA TERA ECOLODGE EEEBaie de Port Boisé, www.tera.nc
Furnished facilities
ESCALE TROPICALE NC 554, rue de l’Alezan
www.escaletropicale.com
LA PLAGE DORE1627 promenade du Vallon-Dore
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
GÎTES DE ROBINSON220 rue A. Burck
www.gitecaledonie.onlc.fr
LES CASES DE PLUM
5133 Route du Sud
lescasesdeplum.cabanova.com
MER ET MONTAGNE674 rue des Roseaux
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
QUIÉTUDE Lotiss. Deray, 260 rue du Hameau
www.quietudeencaledonie.lagoon.nc
YATÉ
Campsites
GÎTE IYATel: (687)� 46 90 80
PORT-BOISÉ CAMPINGMob�: (687)� 84 63 14
CAMPING KWATEATribu d’Unia, Tel: (687)� 43 22 84
GÎTE SAINT GABRIELTel: (687)� 46 42 77
LES BOIS DU SUDMob: (687)� 89 50 88
SITE DE [email protected]
LOISIRS CONCEPTParc de la Rivière Bleue
www.loisirsconcept.com
DUMBÉA
Furnished facilities
BALITHAI RIVER365 route de Koé, [email protected]
ECOLODGE LE COMBAVA120 route du Carrigou Koé
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KOGHI’S ATTITUDE Lot 203 route des Mont-Koghi
www.gites-hnahlapa.com
Bed & breakfast
TOUR DU MONDEKatiramona www.tour-du-monde.nc
Campsite
GAIA PACIFICRoute du barrage
gaia.pacifi [email protected]
PAÏTA
Hotels
RIVLAND RESORTwww.rivland.nc
Furnished facilities
LÉZARD HOMELotissement Joseph Henin,
www.lezardhome.com
Beds & breakfast
LÉZARD HOMELotissement Joseph Henin, La
Plaine aux Cailloux
www.lezardhome.com
OASIS 56Mob: (687)�77 88 64
www.terraventurenc.org
BOULOUPARIS
Hotels
LES PAILLOTTES DE LA
OUENGHIRoute Municipale 7
Furnished facilities
GÎTE BOURAKÉ BAY7, lot de la baie de Bouraké
www.gitesnouvellecaledonie.nc/
adherents/bourake-bay
Beds & breakfast
ECO-GITE OUATCHOUÉwww.gitesnouvellecaledonie.nc/
eco-gite-de-la-ouatchoue
LA MALOUINIÈREPort-Ouenghi
Campsites
CAMPING ILOT PUENwww.ilotpuen.nc
MAEVA I OUITCHAMBOOuitchambo, Tel: (687)�46 90 36
LA FOA
Hotels
HÔTEL BANUCentre du village de La Foa
Furnished facilities
GÎTE LE FAUTAUART1 entrée du village, Tel: (687)� 44 35 00
Beds & breakfast
APIKWUANTHAICarrefour des Frères Latoupie
AU FIL DE L’EAUTel: (687)� 43 66 05
COULEUR [email protected]
GÎTE DE LA FORÊT NOIRELieu dit �La Forêt Noire�
Tribal
CHEZ ELISETribu de Oui-Poin Tel: (687) 35 45 22
Farm stays
FERME AUBERGE DE PIERRATRoute de Oui-Poin, Mob: (687)� 73 40 40
GÎTE DE POCQUEREUXVallée de Pocquereux
GÎTE LA PETITE FERMEVallée de Pocquereux
Campsites
OUANO SAFARI CAMPPresqu’île de Ouano
www.ouanosurf.com
CHEZ MARIE-GEORGETTETribu de Oua Tom, Tel: (687)�44 38 17
VALLÉE DE POCQUEREUXTel.: (687)�46 99 00
FARINO
Furnished facilities
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REFUGE DE FARINOLa plaine aux truies
HORTENSIAMob.: (687)� 77 93 48
LODGE TERRE DE SOLEILRoute de Tendea
www.lodge-terre-de-soleil.nc
Beds & breakfast
Les Bancouliers de Farino
bancouliers.blogspot.com
SARRAMÉA
Hotels
EVASION Village de Sarraméa
www.hotel-evasion.com
Beds & breakfast
DOMAINE DE [email protected]
Campsite
CAMPING DE SARRAMÉ[email protected]
MOINDOU
Hotels
AUBERGE HISTORIQUE DE MOINDOUCentre du village
Furnished facilities
GÎTE LES NAUTILUSRoute Territoriale n°1 (RT1)
Beds & breakfast
GÎTE LA FONIBOYA [email protected]
RÉSERVE NATURELLE DE LA HAUTE [email protected]
BOURAIL
Hotels
SHERATON NEW CALEDONIA DEVA RESORT & SPA 1 lot Gouaro Deva
sheraton.com/newcaledoniadeva
BETIKURÉ PARC LODGELa Taraudière
EL KANTARARoche Percée
LA NÉRART1 Pont de la Néra
MOTEL ALLAMANDATel: (687)� 44 50 70
LE RELAIS GOURMANDTel.: (687)�44 23 23
Tourism residence
HÔTEL DE POÉPlage de Poé
Furnished facilities
LE BUNGALOWPlage de Poé
LE BUNGALOW POÉPlage de Poé
LE MAHAVELLa Haute Pouéo [email protected]
LES CHALETS DU LAGONPlage de Poé
POÉ COTÉ LAGONLot 40 - route de Poé
VILLA BROUSSENéméara
Beds & breakfast
AUBERGE DU PÊCHEURPointe Vidoire
AUX DÉLICES DE LA CIGOGNENéméara
CHEZ NANANEPlage de Poé
CHEZ TESS62 Lot Gouaro-Deva
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CHEZ HÉLÈNE Téné
heleneetmarco.e-monsite.com
ENTRE PLAGE ET RIVIÈ[email protected]
EFFET MERLa Roche Percée
www.eff etmer.kazeo.com
GÎTE LA NODELACap Goulvain R.T.1
NEKWETA SURF CAMPLa Roche Percée
www.nekweta.com
POÉ CHAMBRE D’HÔTEPlage de Poé
Farm stay
GÎTE DU [email protected]
LA FERME DE [email protected]
Campsite
AUBERGE DU PÊ[email protected]
CAMPING DE OUA OUÉTel: (687) �41 64 63
LE RÊVE DE NÉ[email protected]
POYA
Hotels
AUBERGE LE PASSAGE Pavillon 3033 Népoui
Tel: (687) 47 12 28
Tribal accommodation
GÎTE PORIN-NÉATel: (687) 42 39 51
POUEMBOUT
Beds & breakfast
PADDOCK DE LA BOUTANA Forêt Plate, à 18 km du village
www.paddockboutana.com
KONÉ
Hotels
HÔTEL HIBISCUS Entrée sud village de Koné à gauche
www.hotelhibiscusnc.com
HÔTEL LA NÉA Tel: (687) 47 30 40
www.grands-hotels.nc
HÔTEL LE KONIAMBO www.grands-hotels.nc
L’ESCALE DE KONÉCentre du village de Koné Lot. 42
LE COLIBRIwww.colibri-kone.com
Tourism residence
EDEN APPARTEL239, Avenue de Téari
Tel: (687) 42 41 42
VOH
Furnished facilities
AUBERGE DE GAULLEAncienne route Tieta
Campsite
CAMPING DE GATOPEMob: (687) 86 27 60
KAALA-GOMEN
Beds & breakfast
LE REFUGE DU CERF Sur la RT1, entre le pont de la
Taom et le village de Ouaco.
www.lerefugeducerf.nc
KOUMAC
Hotels
GÎTE DU [email protected]
HÔTEL LE PASSIFLORE Entrée sud village 21 avenue
Georges Baudoux
hotel-lepassifl [email protected]
MONITEL KOUMACEntrée sud du village, à droite
avenue E. Frouin www.monitel.nc
Beds & breakfast
CHEZ ALCIDE ET NICOLEroute de ouégoa Tel: (687) 47 90 48
ESCAPADE DU NORDhenri rieu 8 rue Koumac
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GÎTE LES CIGALESroutes des grottes
GÎTE PANOUNAPanouna chemin rural 24 Koumac
Tribal accommodation
CAMPING DE KEBOMob: (687) 87 98 39
Campsite
CAMPING OPAOTel: (687) 47 68 00
POUM
Hotels
MALABOU BEACH HÔTEL Baie de Néhoué
www.grands-hotels.nc
RELAIS DE POINGAM Boat-Pass www.relais-poingam.nc
RELAIS DE LA PRESQU’ÎLE DE GOLONEBaie de Golone
Furnished facilities
CHEZ SUZE ET JObaie de Néhoué
Campsite
GÎTE KEJAONhttp://kejaon.wordpress.com
OUÉGOA
Campsite
CAMPING CHEZ BOULIMob: (687) 79 42 98
CAMPING D’AMOSTel: (687) 42 42 11
POUÉBO
Furnished facilities
RELAIS DE OUANÉ [email protected]
HIENGHÈNE
Hotels
KOULNOUÉ VILLAGE Le Koulnoué
www.grands-hotels.nc
GÎTE KA WABOANA http://kawaboana-lodge.nc
Beds & breakfast
KOUNE WE FOINBANON Lindéralique
Tel: (687) 42 70 51
Tribal accommodation
AU BON ACCUEIL Tel: (687) 42 54 43
CHEZ CÉCILETel: (687) 42 81 29
L’OASISTel: (687) 47 15 25
Campsite
BABOU CÔTÉ OCÉAN
www.babou-plongee.com
CAMPING CHAMBONNIERMob: (687) 83 93 56
CAMPING AIRE DE REPOS KHAA BILOUTel.: (687) 42 81 51
CAMPING CHEZ [email protected]
CAMPING DU BILLET DE [email protected]
TOUHO
Hotels
GÎTE MANGALIA [email protected]
POINDIMIÉ
Hotel
HÔTEL TIÉTI 16 voie urbaine n°1- Tieti
www.tieti.nc
Furnished facilities
GÎTE LES POUROA(à 3 km du village) Napoémien
NÉWÉJÏÉ (à 3 km du village) Vallée d’Ina
RELAIS LE [email protected]
Beds & breakfast
LES IGNAMES DE NEVAHO
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Vallée de Névaho
PONERIHOUEN
Tribal accommodation
MONT SINAI CHEZ DJIMMY MEINDUTel: (687) 42 82 00
TEAWE CHEZ HÉLÈNEMob: (687) 86 01 86
Campsite
CAMPING DE [email protected]
HOUAÏLOU
Campsite
CAMPING DE KAORAKaora Mob: (687) 82 15 93
KOUAOUA
Campsite
CAMPING FARÉ DE L’ÎLOTTel: (687) 42 64 64
CANALA
Tribal accommodation
CHEZ CLARISSEKuiné Mob: (687) 94 77 26
CENTRE D’ACCUEIL DE KUINETKuiné, Tel: (687) 42 84 42
Campsite
CAMPING CHEZ CHRISTIANMob: (687) 96 38 95
CAMPING CHEZ JEANETTEMob: (687) 85 36 97
CAMPING CHEZ JERRYTel: (687) 42 70 69
CAMPING CHEZ MIGUELTel: (687) 42 31 42
CAMPING DES CASCADESTel.: (687) 42 60 61
THIO
Farm stay
LA FERME DE [email protected]
www.thio.nc
LES 3 BOUCLESNakalé
www.thio.nc
Tribal accommodation
CHEZ JULIEN ET MAÉVATribu de Port-Bouquet
www.thio.nc
À LA TABLE DE JULIATribu de Grand Borendy
www.thio.nc
KASPATribu de Ouindo
www.thio.nc
GÎTE FO PAS RÊVERwww.thio.nc
Campsite
THIO TOURISM OFFICETel: (687)�44 25 04.
CAMPING DE N’GOYEwww.thio.nc
CAMPING MOARAwww.thio.nc
CHEZ AGNÈSwww.thio.nc
DALLASwww.thio.nc
GÎTE D’OUROUÉwww.thio.nc
PORT BOUQUETwww.thio.nc
MIGNAwww.thio.nc
BORENDIwww.thio.nc
ISLE OF PINES
Hotels
GÎTE NATAÏWATCHBaie de Kanuméra
www.nataiwatch.com
HÔTEL KODJEUE Baie de Ouaméo
Tel: (687)�46 11 42
HÔTEL KOU BUGNY Baie de Kuto, Tel.: (687)�46 18 00
BUREAU DE RÉSERVATION À NOUMÉA�:12 bis rue Général Mangin
www.kou-bugny.com
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LE MÉRIDIEN ILE DES PINS Baie d’Oro
www.lemeridien.com/iledespins
OURÉ TERA BEACH RESORT Baie de Kanuméra
www.tera-hotels-resorts.com
RELAIS DE KUBERKABaie de Kuto, [email protected]
Tribal accommodation
GÎTE LES 3 [email protected]
Campsites
LE KOU GNYTel: (687)� 46 10 651
CAMPING CHEZ LOULOU & LÉLÉNE Tel.: (687)�44 87 84
CAMPING NATAIWATCHwww.nataiwatch.com
LIFOU
Hotels
DREHU VILLAGE HÔTEL Baie de Chateaubriand
www.hoteldrehuvillage.nc
OASIS DE KIAMUwww.hoteloasisdekiamu.nc
Tribal accommodation
À LA PETITE BAIE Tel/Fax: (687) 45 15 25
AU CŒUR DE LITO
CHEZ BELLA Tel/Fax: (687) 45 09 53
CHEZ BENOÎT BONUA Tel: (687) 45 11 11
CHEZ HÉLÈNE GAZE Tel/Fax: (687) 45 09 99
CHEZ JEANNETTE IHAGE [email protected]
CHEZ WAKA [email protected]
FENEPAZA [email protected]
HOCELE NY [email protected]
LUENGÖNITel.Fax: (687) 45 14 34
TANUKUL Mob: (687) 91 59 54
MARÉ
Hotels
NENGONE VILLAGE HÔTEL Cengeite
Tel: (687) 45 45 00
www.hotelnengonevillage.nc
Tribal accommodation
CHEZ NATH Mob: (687) 83 07 58
OASIS DE BELAIR Tel: (687) 45 40 31
PE UNE Tel: (687) 45 19 96
SEDAY Mob: (687) 84 86 42
WATERLOO Tel.: (687) 45 18 02
YEDJELE BEACH Tel: (687) 45 40 15
OUVÉA
Hotels
PARADIS D’OUVÉA www.paradisouvea.com
HÔTEL BEAUPRÉ www.hotelbeaupre.nc
Tribal accommodation
BEAUVOISIN [email protected]
CHEZ DYDYCE [email protected]
COCOTIER Tel/Fax: (687) 45 70 40
IREITAL Mob: (687) 89 77 43
LE BANIAN Tel/Fax: (687) 45 70 63
MOAGUE [email protected]
Campsite
CAMPING DE LÉKINYMob: (687) 92 55 12
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Complexe Chateau Royal - 140 Promenade Roger Laroque - Anse Vata - Noumeawww.complexechateauroyal.nc Réservation au 29 64 00 [email protected]
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