Outback plains on the West Coast. Tropical mountains on the East Coast. Eye-wateringly beautiful beaches in the Loyalty Islands. Buzzing city life in capital Noumea. Deserts in the Great South. You can have several different holidays in one!
Hello Neighbours! Approximately 3 hours flight from Australia and New Zealand, New Caledonia is waiting for you. Surrounded by the largest lagoon in the world, New Caledonia is famous for its variety of landscapes, cultures, and its unique biodiversity. This web series will give you a glimpse of what New Caledonia has to offer, all the rest is yours to discover.
In order to protect its inhabitants and travellers alike, the New Caledonia borders are currently closed. With an effective vaccination roll-out (7% of the population has been vaccinated) and strong health protocols, travellers can be assured that New Caledonia will be a safe destination to enjoy on their next visit! Subscribe today to our Newsletter and be the first to know when the borders reopen & receive our special deals!
Outback plains on the West Coast. Tropical mountains on the East Coast. Eye-wateringly beautiful beaches in the Loyalty Islands. Buzzing city life in capital Noumea. Deserts in the Great South. You can have several different holidays in one!
Looking for a hit of adrenaline? Why not skydive over our UNESCO World Heritage Listed lagoon? More of a leisurely traveller with a penchant for wine and cheese? Try a tour of Noumea’s Port Moselle market followed by lunch at a French restaurant. Or do you love the great outdoors? Hike parts (or all!) of the Great South’s GRNC 1 100KM track. There’s really something to interest everyone.
Whether you’re travelling solo or with a partner, family, friend or group of friends, your wellbeing and safety will always be our priority. With modern infrastructures, safe roads and a second to none health system, New Caledonia is a safe heaven:
• LGBTQIA+ travellers, you will feel safe, comfortable, and welcomed everywhere.
• With a strict control at its borders and, our beautiful island is COVID 19 free.
New Cal is a melting pot– French, Kanaks, Caledonians and more – and offers a unique cultural experience. Discover the ancestral Kanak culture by staying in a village, share a cowboy life on the West Coast or indulge yourself with a French dinner. Tchin!
New Cal’s mix of cultures means you can enjoy French cuisine one day, fresh caught fish and other local produce the next, and a traditional Kanak bougna the day after that. You’d better arrive hungry…
Ever dreamt of having your own private beach? Just come to New Cal where stumbling upon a deserted patch of pristine white sand happens on the regular. Especially in the postcard-perfect Isle of Pines and Loyalty Islands – just turn up, sit back and embrace the feeling of solitude.
Book a serviced apartment and enjoy delicious home-cooked meals made from the fresh produce at Port Moselle markets. Or treat yourself to a luxe resort like Le Meridienand enjoy gourmet meals, spa treatments and more. Whether on a beer or champagne budget, New Cal guarantees a great time for all.
Six parts of New Cal’s lagoon are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, meaning they’re well protected and home to some of the most incredible snorkelling in the world. Get up close and personal with beautiful coral, fish, turtles and more. Let us know if you ‘find Nemo’ 😉
You’ll find plenty of family friendly hotels – places like Chateau Royal Beach Resort offer two-bedroom suites, which are perfect for families. It has activities for all ages – even the little ones can enjoy a swim in the crystal-blue waters. It’s got food to suit all tastes – Amorino in Noumea serves ice creams shaped like a rose. Need we say more?
Talk about saving the best for last… this picture-perfect vacation destination is right at your doorstep – hello, gorgeous South Pacific neighbour! New Caledonia is only a short flight from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane meaning you can enjoy breakfast in Australia and dinner in a tropical paradise!