Cruises to Isle of Pines, New Caledonia

Natural Pool on the Isle of Pines in New Caledonia

Pine Forests. Snorkeling Paradise.

A stroll across this picturesque island will offer glimpses into its French heritage. Captain Cook, who was the first European to discover the island, named it because of the towering pine trees blanketing the land. Isle of Pines offers everything one could wish for on a tropical island – stunning turquoise waters bordered by deserted beaches, friendly locals, delicious cuisine and a feeling of tranquility and timelessness.

Exciting Shore Excursions

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

Snapshots of Isle of Pines

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Colorful sea kayaks stacked on the beach of the Isle of Pines in New Caledonia

Colourful sea kayaks along the beach.

Tropical beach, Isle of Pines, New Caledonia

Tropical beach on Isle of Pines.

Wooden pier on sandy beach.

Tropical beach with a rock in the water, Isle of Pines, New Caledonia

Aquamarine waters surround the coastline.

Unusual creatures such as the Crested Gecko.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Kanumera Beach on the Isle of Pines in New Caledonia

Famous For

Captain James Cook was the first European explorer to discover the Isle of Pines and was the one to bestow its official name.

Fresh coconut to drink, New Caledonia, isle of pines, Dec 2016

Exquisite Flavors

Be sure to indulge in fresh seafood, especially the local lobster. Enjoy tropical fruits like coconuts, found abundantly.

Old wooden geniuses on the beach of the Isle of Pines in New Caledonia

Fun Facts

Fragments of pottery have been found that date back to 1500 BC, believing to have belonged to Lapita, a Neolithic Austronesian culture.

Port Name & Location

There is no official cruise port in Isle of Pines.
Ship will ANCHOR OFFSHORE at this port.

Language

The official language is French, as the island is a territory of France.

Time Zone

New Caledonia Time (NCT) UTC/GMT +11 hours

Currency & Shopping

The currency used is the Central Pacific Franc (XPF).

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11 Cruise Shore Excursion Packing Tips

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Observation Lounge couple strolling-Alaska.

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If you're reading this article, then most likely your cruise vacation date with Norwegian is quickly sailing your way! Embarkation day is very exciting and involves a lot of moving parts as guests check in and board, luggage is delivered to staterooms, and you get settled in and explore the ship. One of the many great things about sailing with Norwegian Cruise Line is that they have worked hard to ensure that the embarkation process goes as smoothly as possible.

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