Sightseeing in New Caledonia
Noumea, New Caledonia’s only city, is where most people begin their New Caledonian adventure. With its designer boutiques, endless shopping, great food and strong European presence, the town has a distinctly international feel. The colonial layout of the downtown district is inviting and full of charm. The 200000-strong population is mainly Melanesian and European, and while French is the official language, alongside more than 30 Melanesian dialects, English is widely spoken throughout the land.
Popular sights worth visiting include:
- Tjibaou Cultural Centre
- Parc Forestier (a botanical and zoological garden)
- Noumea Aquarium (famous for its tropical fish and fluorescent corals)
- Beaches at Baie des Citrons and Anse Vata (great for watersports)
- Regional sights, such as the Provincial Park or the Mount Koghi Forest
Package Deals
Three night New Caledonia holiday packages start from $1519 a person, including a return airfare with Air Calin, deluxe accommodation, and most meals.
Other hot deals online include:
- Hot Deal to New Caledonia (6 nights from $1229), including return airfares with Air Calin, all taxes, 6 nights accommodation in a superior pool view room, a Coral Palms Island Resort day trip, and airport transfers.
Also try Holidays On Sale for a great package deal – 3 nights from $974, including return airfares, all taxes, 3 nights accommodation in a Superior Room, free 30 min Discovery Spa, free use of non-motorised water sports, and free credit for the Noumea Casino.
Other companies offering tours around the island include:
- Coral Seas Travel
- Dive Adventures
- Fastbook Pacific Holidays
- Global Student Tours
- Newmans Holidays
- Talpacific
For a South Pacific cruise, try the P & O ‘Pacific Sun’ package deal (9 days from $1526) which includes cabin accommodation and all meals on board - available through Harvey World Travel.
For more information visit:
- New Caledonia Tourism South
- South Pacific Tourism Organisation