6 Days | Escape to a pure and natural island paradise
Enter a country often overlooked in the South Pacific – a place full of endemic rainforest, Melanesian culture and truly unforgettable beaches. Welcome to New Caledonia! On this six-day adventure, you’ll have the chance to snorkel through transparent waters over coral reefs teeming with tropical fish, meet local makers and experience the longstanding tribal Kanak traditions with an overnight village stay. This well-paced trip takes you from the bustling French-influenced hub of Noumea along the west coast, with excursions to Blue River National Park and Giant Fern Park. With plenty of quality inclusions, time to relax beachside and a knowledgeable local leader every step of the way, your island escape is the perfect mix of rest and play.
Trip overview
- Start
- Nouméa, New Caledonia
- Finish
- Nouméa, New Caledonia
- Theme
- Explorer
- Destinations
- New Caledonia
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- Style
- Original
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 8
- Trip code
- TESN
- With a maximum group size of only eight people, you'll have the opportunity to have a real personal experience of this often visited (but seldom truly explored) destination.
- Visit a remote tribal village in the New Caledonian foothills and see what it’s like to live among the local Kanak tradition. Learn the lifestyle and customs of these communities and spend the night in a traditional fare house.
- New Caledonian beaches are the stuff of dreams. Go snorkelling and swimming on the lagoons of Poe Beach – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – and see the highlights of Bourail, like Turtle Bay and Nera Beach.
- Gaze in awe at the diverse landscapes of this island nation, from the mighty Kaori trees in the Blue River National Park to lush rainforest and endemic plant species in the Giant Fern Park near Farino.
- Your leader has got you front of mind to ensure you get the best out of your stay. Learn about the region's cultures, traditions and way of living as you travel along the coast and get the low-down from someone who lives and breathes New Caledonia.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Eden Reforestation Projects. Donations help them provide local employment opportunities and tackle climate change one tree at a time as they restore forests across 10 different countries.
- Accommodation is in no-frills, simple hotels and bungalows. This trip stays away from big resorts and focuses on local family-owned accommodation so you get to see the true New Caledonia, and travels around the country in a comfortable mini van.
- As food options are sometimes limited in New Caledonia, many meals are included in this itinerary. Please note that, outside of Noumea, most dinners are eaten at your accommodation. You'll have the chance to try a variety of cuisines, from Indigenous Kanak food during your village stay, farm to plate meals and fine French dining.
- Snorkelling equipment is not available for hire locally. If you would like to snorkel during your time in New Caledonia, please bring your own mask, snorkel, reef shoes and/or fins.
- If you'd like to extend your travels in the South Pacific, you might like to consider our 14-day Vanuatu & New Caledonia Adventure. Search trip code TESVC on our website.
Itinerary
Inclusions
5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
Private vehicle, Boat
Hotel (3 nights), Fare (1 night), Bungalow (1 night)
- Blue River National Park - Guided eco tour & picnic
- Boulouparis - Boat trip to Ténia Islet & picnic lunch
- Moindou - Fort Teremba
- Bourail - Turtle Bay & Nera Beach
- Bourail - Poe Beach
- Kanak Village - Cultural experience & traditional dinner
- Farino - Giant Fern Park guided rainforest tour
- Kanak Village - Waterfall walk & traditional lunch
- Noumea - Moselle Market - Free
- Noumea - Saint Joseph’s Roman Catholic Cathedral - Free
- Noumea - Tjibaou Cultural Centre - XPF500
- Tenia Islet - Snorkelling or island walk - Free
Dates and availability
Important notes
1.A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 4 in the tribal homestay and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. Snorkelling equipment is not available for hire locally. If you would like to snorkel during your time in New Caledonia, please bring your own mask, snorkel, reef shoes and/or fins.
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