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New Caledonia Adventure
6 Days | Escape to a pure and natural island paradise
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6 days
Start
Nouméa, New Caledonia
Finish
Nouméa, New Caledonia
Trip Code
TESN
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 8
Physical Rating
Meals
5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Boat
Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights), Fare (1 night), Bungalow (1 night)
From £2,305(6 days)
Trip Informations
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.
Why you’ll love this trip
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 Tuuur 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.
Is this trip right for you?
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
Meals
5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Boat
Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights), Fare (1 night), Bungalow (1 night)
Activities
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
Add on activities
Noumea - Moselle Market - Free
Noumea - Saint Joseph’s Roman Catholic Cathedral - Free
Noumea - Tjibaou Cultural Centre - XPF500
Tenia Islet - Snorkelling or island walk - Free
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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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