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Things To Do & Activities in Grande Terre – New Caledonia
Far West Tour - Bourail
Departure: Every day Duration: 07h00 From: Noumea
A full day tour to the region of Bourail, the cowboy country of New Caledonia, known for its annual agricultural fair, historical sites and fabulous beaches. Visit La Foa Village and park, Boulouparis Village and niaouli distillery, Fort Teremba, Turtle Bay Beach, Roche Percee, Poé Beach, and the New Zealand war cemetery. Stop off at Deva before returning to Noumea.
Includes: Return transfers with experienced guide, entrance fee to Fort Teremba and Morning tea.
Adult: $299 per person - Child (5-10 years inclusive): $180 per person
Dumbea River Tour - Dumbea
Departure: Tuesday to Sunday Duration: 4 hours From: Noumea
The township of Dumbea is located 15km north of Noumea and gets its name from the river that flows through the region. Dumbea is considered as a mini version of New Caledonia, providing a mix of lagoon, islets, rivers, forests and mountains. The tour has several stopovers including the Mt Venus lookout in Noumea, morning markets, Mt Koghi forest, Dumbea River and Paita Village.
Includes: Hotel pick up at 11.00, Wine and cheese picnic lunch, Experienced guide, Kayak hire at extra charge.
Adult: $249 per person - Child (3 - 11 years inclusive): $129 per person
Departure: Every Day Duration: Full Day
Enjoy an amazing day at Bourail (170 km from Noumea), enjoying the fabulous UNESCO World Heritage listed lagoon of Bourail at sea. This area is a special natural reserve where fishes and birds live peacefully. You will discover beautiful white sand beaches and the crystal clear water of the lagoon.
Price: from $250 per person
Departure: Every day From: Bourail / Deva
Breathtaking 180° views over the coast and hinterland in this privatised elevated setting. Enjoy a bushman's platter and cocktail while the sun lowers to the horizon.
Price : On request
Departure: Every Day Duration: 3 hours
An opportunity today for you to discover the "Heart of Voh" which was immortalised by the world-famous photograph Yann Arthus Bertrand.
Includes: Transportation in 4WD; Driver-guide; Coffee (Offered)
Price: from $68 per person
ULM - Kone
Departure: Every day From: Kone
Duration: 1 Hour
Flying over the Blue Hole and famous Heart of Voh is an unforgettable experience not to be missed! During this flight (about 50 minutes) you will discover the Coeur de Voh and the Lagoon with breathtaking views over the cliff and the turquoise blue waters.
Price : On request
Departure: Every Day Duration: Full Day
Enjoy an amazing day at Bourail (170 km from Noumea), enjoying the fabulous UNESCO World Heritage listed lagoon of Bourail at sea. This area is a special natural reserve where fishes and birds live peacefully. You will discover beautiful white sand beaches and the crystal clear water of the lagoon.
Price: from $190 per person
Country Day Trip - Bourail
Departure: Every day From: Bourail / Deva
Travel over the former main road, the Boghen pass, with a view over the mountain chain, its nearby farms and picturesque scenery. Tour features a visit of a cattle station, enjoy a typical Caledonian 3-course meal with local products served in a Creekside setting. Tour will end with a visit to an aquaculture farm.
Price : $170 per person
Departure: Every day Duration: 8 hours and 30 minutes
Spend the day on the Tibarama Island, Poindimie. This Crusoe Escape includes guide, lunch, initiation to traditional fishing techniques, coconut climbing and much more.
From $139 per person
Departure: Every day Duration: 5 hours
You will have the opportunity to visit a charming farm of 140 hectares. Let yourself be guided in the pastures of this remarkable livestock ranch. The owners will be delighed to present you their property and explain you the composition of "cheptel" (Limousin and Brahmousin cow principally).
From $139 per person
Departure: Every day Duration: 3 hours
Your guide will take you to a tribe, where you will first be introduced to do "the custom." The customary gesture based on Melanesian culture is a mark of consideration and respect, which is fulfilled in the greatest simplicity, to the chief of the tribe.
From $65 per person
Diving & Snorkelling - Koumac
Departure: Every day except Sunday From: Koumac
Duration: Half day
Koumac is located 370 km north of Noumea, on the West coast. Waiting for you on the marina, members of our diving club will share with you all the secrets of the Caledonian lagoon.
Price for 2 exploration dives: $187 per person
Diving & Snorkelling - Poum
Departure: Every day From: Poum
Duration: Half day
Situated from 35 kilometers of Koumac, in the direction of Poum, you will arrive at Malabou Beach Hotel. The Diving Club is situated in a beautiful islet surrounded by white sandy. It's almost the feet in water that you are preparing your diving equipment to go discover the famous "PASSE DE LA GAZELLE" where extraordinaries dives will remain imprinted in your memory. It's an UNESCO world heritage site.
Price for 2 exploration dives: $208 per person
Diving & Snorkelling - Poindimie
Departure: Every day From: Poindimie
Duration: Half day
Poindimie is located 300 kilometers north of Noumea on the East Coast. Divers have the chance to dive one of the 50 sites in the centre, characterised on one hand by fissures, arches and canyons dotted with gorgons and alcyons, and on the other by a diversity of fauna and other sea life.The site is remarkable for the colours and scenery (lots of gorgonas). A real paradise for photographers.
Price for Scuba Diving or Snorkelling: from $111 per person
Diving & Snorkelling & Boat Trip - Hienghene
Departure: Every day From: Hienghene
Duration: Half day
One of the most famous diving spots in the world. Situated 380 km from Nouméa on the East Coast you’ll find some wondrous sites with beautiful virgin corals, peaks and canyons spread with thousands of corals and giant gorgons.
Diving: from $111 per person
Snorkelling: from $65 per person
Boat rides: for $63 per person
Stand Up Paddle - River and Lagoon Tour
Paddle boarding is an easy and eco-friendly way to enjoy the water. Just grab a paddle and go.
Windsurfing
From: Poé, Koné, Koumac or Hienghène
The constant trade winds which whip the coves around Nouméa make this a hotspot for windsurfing. From the moment the breeze lifts in the morning the waters of Anse Vata and Cote Blanche spring to life with windsurfers, like a frenzied race of colorful butterflies.
Kite Surf Experience
From: Bourail, Ouano, Koumac or Koné
The wind also makes this a great destination for kite surfers. This is a great way to explore the lagoon’s islets all year round.
Microlight Adventure
From: Oua-Tom or Nakutakoin
A wonderful opportunity to enjoy everything New Caledonia has to offer from the air. These microlight adventures enable you and your friends to experience the changing light, the curves of the lagoon and the velvety symphony of colors that make Noumea such a triumph of nature.
Whale Watching (from mid-July to mid-September)
Departure: Every day from mid-July to mid-September, according to the migration of whales
From: Prony – Baie de la Somme or Nouméa - Baie de l'Orphelinat
Conditions: Minimum 2 people
Every year from the middle of July through to September whales can be seen swimming in the southern lagoon. This is a unique opportunity to see these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Go to meet them in Prony Bay!
Sport Fishing at Bourail
Departure: Every day From: Bourail
Duration: Full day
Conditions: Maximum 6 people per boat
A great chance for keen fishermen to test themselves with different types of fishing such as jigging, popping, casting and big game fishing.
Freshwater Fishing at Yaté Lake
From: Bourail
Located 90 minutes from Nouméa in the deep south, Yaté Lake is a great fishing reservoir for black bass. These magnificent fish are cousins of the trout family and can grow up to 30cm in size. The rivers and lakes are also teeming with crayfish and we can organize various safaris to enjoy everything the lakes and rivers have to offer.
Dumbéa Golf Course
Departure: Every day From: Dumbéa
Golf: 9 & 18 holes
A cosy enclosed golf course tucked between the mountains and the river. This is a friendly place to play with some lush greens and fairways. It is open to all players from beginner to professional. Located just half an hour from the capital this is an extremely accessible course.
La Ouenghi Golf Course
Departure: Monday to Friday From: La Ouenghi
Golf: 18 Holes
Ouenghi Golf Course takes some getting to but is worth the effort. Located 70kms north of Noumea, deep within the outback, and 10 minutes from Tontouta International Airport, this is a very relaxing golf course. It’s the perfect place to spend a few hours or even while away the best part of a week.
*Prices are in Australian Dollars and subject to availability at time of booking.
The above prices are per person and valid for travel until 31 March 2020.
All prices are subject to change at any time without notice. Conditions, amendment and cancellation fees apply.