Diving in the Beautiful Isle of Pines - 4Nights/ 6Dives
Tour Code: NCP13
ABOUT DESTINATION
The Isle of Pines is recognised as the best diving location in New Caledonia for beginners and experienced divers alike. Only a 20 minutes flight from Noumea, you will find long white sandy beaches bordered by tall pine trees, the Isle of Pines is truly the showpiece of beauty of the Pacific. The friendly local Melanesian people, and the landscape dotted with secret caves and caverns give the island a charm that is unforgettable.
Diving is particularly interesting at Isle of Pines because of its diversity. There are numerous diving locations along the reef offering a constantly changing panorama of drop-offs, corridors, passages and sea grottos. We can enjoy almost 20 dive sites, all around the breathtaking Bay of Gadji. After a short walk through virgin forest the more experienced divers can venture down to the mysterious freshwater underground caves known as “Grotte de la Troisième”, reachable only by a narrow underwater corridor. Night dives in Isle of Pines are renowned for its mysterious atmosphere, with the sea snakes and loggerhead turtles.
There is plenty to do for non-divers; they are welcome to join you on the dive boat and there are many land activities available. These include horse riding, visiting historical convict ruins, caves, local churches, local feasts, tennis, bushwalking, seafood picnics, snorkelling, fishing and windsurfing.
PROGRAM
Day 01: Noumea - Isle of Pines
Fly from Noumea to Isle of Pines (25 min). Upon arrival on Isle of Pines, you will be transferred to your Hotel.
Night at the hotel of your choice. (see below itinerary)
Day 02: Isle of Pines
Buffet breakfast at your hotel. Your morning dive will start at 7.30 am with 2 exploration dives.
There is one hour break between the 2 dives to get a snack (coffee, tea and biscuits). Back to your hotel around 1.30 pm.
Night at your hotel.
Day 03: Isle of Pines
Buffet breakfast at your hotel. Your morning dive will start at 7.30 am with 2 exploration dives.
There is one hour break between the 2 dives to get a snack (coffee, tea and biscuits). Back to your hotel around 1.30 pm.
Night at your hotel.
Day 04: Isle of Pines
Buffet breakfast at your hotel. Your morning dive will start at 7.30 am with 2 exploration dives.
There is one hour break between the 2 dives to get a snack (coffee, tea and biscuits). Back to your hotel around 1.30 pm.
Night at your hotel.
Day 05: Isle of Pines - Noumea
Buffet breakfast at your hotel. Day at leisure before to be transferred from your hotel to Isle of Pines Airport. Fly from Isle of Pines to Noumea.
CHOOSE YOUR ACCOMMODATION
Oure Tera Beach Resort 4*
Garden Room
Comfortable wooden bungalows and a tropical style blend perfectly in a beautiful preserved coconut grove. Set on the pristine sands of Kanuméra Bay, one of the loveliest in the Isle of Pines, the Hotel Oure Tera Beach Resort is a paradise for visitors seeking peace and harmony. The resort is composed of 30 bright and very spacious Beach Bungalows, Tropical Bungalows and Garden Bungalows. The " Kanumera" restaurant, with its elegant decor and the "Banyan" bar with its open fare on the beach, are perfect to enjoy lunch in a beautiful setting conducive to reverie.
Price: $1,740 per person, twin share
ADD $181 pp to upgrade to a Tropical Bungalow
Le Meridien Isle of Pines 5*
Superior Garden View Room
Le Méridien Ile des Pins overlooks the pristine white beaches of Oro bay and is nestled in a centuries old coconut grove, redolent with a scent of lush, tropical vegetation. Isle of Pines concentrates all the beauties of the Pacific. Set within 4½ hectares of coconut grove, the most luxurious 5 star hotel of New Caledonia takes full advantage of the natural aquamarine lagoons and powdery white sand beaches. After your dives, you will enjoy lots of opportunities for leisure activities including nature walks, 4WD excursions and bicycle tours.
Price: $1,934 per person, twin share
ADD $150 pp to upgrade to a Deluxe Room
Your Holiday Includes:
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4 night's accommodation as noted in the itinerary
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Breakfast daily
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Return airport transfers
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Return domestic airfares to Ile des Pins with Air Caledonie
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6 exploration dives (tanks & weight-belt + weights included)
Not included in this program:
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The activities and excursions not mentionned
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Any lunch and dinner
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Personal expenses
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Travel insurance
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Diving equipment (to be rent and paid once on site, FYI 2000 xpf ($26) per day for the full equipment package - Wetsuit, BCD and pressure regulator)
Want to extend your holiday?
New Caledonia Experience - 4 nights
Short Stay in Lifou – 2 nights
Short Stay in Ouvea – 2 nights
Diving in Lifou – 4 nights (6 Dives)
Authentic New Caledonia – 9 nights
Adventure in the Heart of Nature – 11 nights
Chateau Royal Beach Resort & Spa – 7 nights
Sheraton New Caledonia Deva Resort & Spa 4 nights
Information
Divers must have their diving certificate.
Domestic flights are with Air Caledonie and include 3kgs of hand luggage and 20kgs of checked luggage.
*Prices are in Australian Dollars, subject to availability at time of booking and for new bookings only.
The above prices are per person twin-share and valid for travel: 01 April – 19 December 2019 and 04 January – 31 March 2020.
Free nights & discounts are already included in costs. All prices are subject to change at any time without notice.
Conditions, amendment and cancellation fees apply.Travel insurance is strongly recommended.