Things To Do & Activities from Noumea – New Caledonia Travel
Jet Ski Safari
Half Day
This 3 hour adventure tour takes you offshore around the main islets (Duck Island, Maitre Islet) and offers a 15 minute swim on Gull Islet before to head to Laregnere Islet for a 40 minute rest break where you can enjoy snorkelling with tropical fish. Riding solo or tandem, you’ll be led by experienced guides through the tropical island paradise New Caledonia.
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$199
Day Trip to Amedee Lighthouse Island
Full Day
This 'secret' paradise was classified as a UNESCO heritage site in 2009. Come with us on a day trip for a close-up experience of the barrier reef. Our glass bottomed boat tour is specially designed for you to marvel at the multicoloured coral. We will offer you a delicious buffet lunch, which includes many seafood dishes and local recipes. To top it all, you will be entertained by our spectacular traditional dance show.
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$249
4WD Safari to the Blue River Park: “The Exclusive” Tour
Full Day
Be among the privileged to explore the Blue river park by 4WD! Your guide will drive you to the most remote area where fauna, flora and landscape will surprise you. Enjoy a French picnic in the middle of wild and admire the crystal clear water of the river.
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$290
Day trip to Ouvéa - Loyalty Islands
Full Day
White sands, towering cliffs and high coral rocks Ouvea is one of the most beautiful places in the Pacific atoll. Small wonder that Japanese writer Katsura Morimura named Ouvea the ‘closest island to paradise’.
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$769
Lagoon Day Trip From Noumea
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.
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$309
Botanical Tour
Half Day
The beautiful zoological and forestier park at the heart of Noumea protects over 700 animals including birds. Wander along peaceful paths, walk through gardens surrounded by cactus, native shrubs and bigger trees. Discover the diversity of the Caledonian forest with incredible views of the sea’s backdrops.
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$180
Whale Watching (from mid-July to mid-September)
Half Day
Departure every day from mid-July to mid-September, according to the migration of whales.
Every year from the middle of July through to September whales can be seen swimming in the southern lagoon. You will board a catamaran to observe (in respect) the graceful whales come to our warm waters to reproduce.
Price: $240 per adult / $196 per child / $109 per infant.
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$240
Helicopter Tour
From 30 minutes to 2 hours of flight
There is no better way to view New Caledonia than by air. Based at the domestic airport of Nouméa Magenta, our partner will transport you anywhere you want – the only limit is your imagination. Flights can take you over the lagoon, to the Isle of Pines, the Coeur de Voh or across the North of Caledonia. This is also a popular form of business trip.
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$1,150
Jet Ski Safari - Amedee Island
Full Day
This 6 hour adventure tour takes you offshore around the main islets (Duck Island, Maitre Islet) and offers a 10 minute swim on Gull Islet before to head to barrier reef for a 30 minute rest break where you can enjoy snorkelling with tropical fish near shipwreck. Then you will head to Amedee Lighthouse Island for a free time. Crystal-clear waters and beautiful white sandy beaches are waiting to welcome you to the Amedee Lighthouse Island. Just 24 km away from Noumea on the barrier reef, this natural protected marine reserve is one of the New Caledonia’s highlights.
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$245
4WD Guided Tour to the Great South: The “Must See” Tour
Full Day
Go on a 4WD experience and follow the steps of convicts and miners in the far south. Stops : Visit in 4WD of Yate Lake lookout, Madeleine Waterfall Nature reserve, Old iron mine lookout, Prony bay lookout, Historic Prony Village.
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$290
4WD Adventure Tours - Off Road Tours
Half Day & Full Day
Experience a thrilling adventure in a specially equipped 4WD to discover New Caledonia and its remote areas as you've never seen before! 3 choices possible: half day, full day or extreme full day. Guaranteed to get off the beaten tourist track!
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$159
Day trip to Lifou - Loyalty Islands
Full Day
Lifou is the largest of Loyalty Islands. Long stretches of white sand beach, small coves, limestone caves, grottos and imposing cliffs give the island one of the most dramatic landscapes in the pacific.
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$709
Guided City Orientation Tour
From 9.30am to 11am
A great way to start your visit to Noumea. Enjoy panoramic views of Noumea from Ouen Toro Hill outlook, drive along the city’s famous bays, where you will see beautiful beaches and bustling cafés, restaurants and shops. Then head to the City Centre passing by land marks to assist you in finding your bearings. There will be a stop at a local supermarket and learn from your guide about the best of French Products wine, cheese, bread etc.
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$70
Day trip to Duck Island
Full Day
Spend the day at Duck Island, the nearest island to Noumea, with return boat transfer and lunch.
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$150
Goumet Tour
Half Day
Visit and wander around the local markets, located by the water at Port Moselle. Enjoy the different sights and fragrances. Exotic fruits and vegetables displayed on the stalls will give you a taste of the Pacific cuisine’s diversity and intensity. Then walk to the famous “Quartier Latin”, lined with shops and restaurants before to visit the renowned workshop boutique of chocolate Morand and make a stop at the best bakery of Noumea.
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$180
Fishing Tour - Day Trip
Full Day
Full day tour with a professional guide on 15 meters catamaran. Pick up Noumea hotel at 06:00 – Drop Off Noumea hotel at 16:00. Included: transfers from/to Noumea hotel, 1 professional skipper, fuel, equipment provided for big-game fishing, shower, toilet and fridge on board. Not included: Lunch and drinks (on request), rod and reel fishing equipment, jigging equipment (fees applied), equipment for underwater spear fishing (if session requested* at time of booking clients need to bring their own equipment). Indicated price is per boat, per day.
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$3,161
Day trip to Isle of Pines
Full Day
Spend the day on one of the most beautiful islands in the world, the Isle of Pines.Fly to the island and discover beautiful Kanumera Bay. Laze around the pool or on the beach at Ouré Tera Beach Resort. Enjoy lunch under a Melanesian thatched hut with stunning views of the lagoon.
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$610
4WD Guided Tour: The Authentic Tour, Features Tribal Village
Full Day (200 km)
Be immersed in an authentic tribal welcome located in the deep South of the east coast. Stops : Visit in minibus or 4WD (subject to availability) of Yate Bay lookout, guided tour of goro tribe based on themes of traditional know-how, Wadiana Waterfall.
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$379
Golf Day in Noumea - Tina Golf Course
Full Day
Golf-lovers – we have created your best day out in Noumea! With this Golf day in Noumea we have arranged all the details for you. The Tina Golf course is known as one of the best in the South Pacific; Play golf on a beautiful course and take in the views as you go. There is something unique about playing the game you love surrounded by the lagoon!
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$350
Gourmet Experiences in Noumea
From 2 to 3 hours
New Caledonia is well known for its French influence in all things gourmet, and the best part is that all this is right on your doorstep – only a few hours flying time from Australia and New Zealand. Here are our suggestions to take full advantage of the culinary delights New Caledonia has to offer.
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$140
Day Trip to Maître Islet / Escapade Island Resort
Full Day
Take a 20 minute boat ride from Noumea (Port Moselle) to Ilot Maitre. Discover crystal-clear lagoons with stunning coral beds inhabited by colourful undersea life such as rays, little shark of lagoon and turtles. Includes return bus transfers from hotel to Port Moselle, boat transfer to Ilot Maitre and buffet lunch.
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$199
Sunset Cruise
4 hours
Maximum 16 People + Skipper . A very pleasant 4-hour comfort formula that allows you to spend all evening on board a catamaran. Departure at 5 p.m. to watch the sunset on the islet Master and return to sailing. Indicated price is per boat.
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$899
Cooking Class
Half Day
Let a French Chef teach you the secrets of French cuisine. Spend two hours learning and assisting the Chef in producing some real traditional French treats.
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$840