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Discover Nouméa, New Caledonia

French Riviera Vibes. Aquamarine Waters.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Nouméa

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Nouméa, New Caledonia (Nouvelle-Calédonie): Saint Joseph's Cathedral overlooks the Pacific Ocean and sailing yachts moored in the Port Moselle Marina, a popular sailing and yacht destination. Saint Joseph's Cathedral overlooks the Pacific Ocean and sailing yachts moored in the Port Moselle Marina.
Tjibaou Cultural Center in Noumea capital of Melanesia, New Caledonia, South Pacific Tjibaou Cultural Centre in Noumea capital of Melanesia, New Caledonia.
Thatch roof meeting house on the beach near Noumea in New Caledonia archipelago Thatch roof meeting house on the beach near Noumea in New Caledonia.
Manta Ray - New Caledonia Manta Ray - New Caledonia.
Blue River - Dam - Yate - New Caledonia - Cliff Jumping Blue River - Dam - Yate - New Caledonia - Cliff Jumping.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Coconut Palm Square in Noumea, New Caledonia

Famous For

Dating back to the 1800s, Place des Cocotiers is in the heart of downtown and is popular for street markets, concerts and people watching.

Angel Prawns in New Caledonia

Exquisite Flavours

Bougna, a traditional Melanesian dish, and freshly caught seafood both offer an authentic taste of the Pacific.

Corals grow just under the surface of the water near Isle de Mare near New Caledonia. This beautiful island supports a variety of South Pacific invertebrates and fishes.

Fun Facts

You’ll find plenty or snorkelling sites, as the New Caledonian reef is the second largest barrier reef in the world.

Language

The local language is French.

Time Zone

NCT New Caledonia Time UTC/GMT +11 hours

Currency & Shopping

Local currency is the CFP Franc (XPF)

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