Top Grande Terre Shore Excursions

One of the best, and easiest, ways to explore Noumea, New Caledonia is by hopping on the local green train. This fun trolley train is perfect for cruise ship passengers who are visiting the city for a short time. See all the top sights including Anse Vata Beach, Castel Hagen, Pacific Lagoon, and the Ouen Toro viewpoint.

Departing directly from Noumea's cruise terminal, this half-day tour offers a chance to see the wild side of one of the world's largest lagoons. Head to Signal Island, a quiet white-sand island which few tourists take the time to visit. Swim in water frequented by turtles and see colorful corals and reef fish. Arrive back in Port refreshed in the early afternoon, leaving plenty of time to see the sights in Noumea.

SIGNAL ISLAND is the perfect location to explore New Caledonia's Southern lagoon first hand. We pick up you directly at Port Brunelet - Gate E. Get off the beaten tracks and swim with turtles in a paradise island (Signal Island) from Noumea. 7 hours to discover "wild side" of the south lagoon of New Caledonia. Unknown from the crowd of your boat, it is the best spot to snorkel and swim with turtles in their local environment, at only 30 minutes from Noumea with our water taxi. You will be able to enjoy the magnificent white sand beach, historical trail around this island and beautiful, natural scenery brimming with marine, bird and animal life. This tour is reserved for people under 70 years old and in good physical condition. It's a physical inflatable bumpy boat ride to go to the Island. You will snorkel by your own means. No guide, just personal instructions given by the skipper.

Discover Amédée Island and its magical coral-fringed lagoon, a perfect spot to experience New Caledonia’s southern lagoon up close. This island is the largest true coral cay on the New Caledonia south lagoon surrounding reef, just 45 mn by water taxi from Noumea. Close to the Great Barrier Reef and located in the heart of a protected marine reserve, this islet is particularly renowned for its underwater scenery and crystal-clear waters. Swim with the turtles at Amedee Island, and snorkel all year round without stinger suits on this unique, protected reef island. You can also observe colorful marine life along coral reefs. You can visit its 56-meter-high lighthouse, the only metal lighthouse in France, and climb it with a pass (300 XPF per person). This tour is suitable for guests under 70 years old and in good physical condition. The transfer to the island is by inflatable boat and can be quite bumpy. Snorkeling is self-guided, with safety instructions provided by the skipper.

Lyvai Tour has been solicited by the Chamber of Commerce of New Caledonia to cater for all passengers at each arrivals and departures of Tontouta International Airport. Our packages available 7 days a week - 24/7, are exclusively tailored to visitors offering transfers between hotels, residences and the airport. Also possibility too of car rental with private driver or VIP Our fleet has a wide range of vehicles which can serve an individual or large groups from 5 to 56 passengers, our services include private airport car service or VIP at competitive rates. Lyvai always delivers on-time and safe ground transportation.

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It's a complete and simple circuit at a time. You can let yourself be guided and walk by yourself ... Through a mixture of gastronomy, culture, art you can at the same time contemplate these beautiful landscapes ...

Discover Nouméa’s Untamed Beauty in Just 3 Hours! Step straight from your cruise into an unforgettable adventure. Journey deep into the fantastic Zoo-Park Forestier, where rare birds soar overhead and unique reptiles—found nowhere else on Earth—await discovery. Wander hidden trails, breathe in the wild beauty of New Caledonia, and then relax in a serene palm-fringed oasis. With seamless port pickup, expert local guides, comfortable transport, and a guaranteed on-time return to your ship, it’s the perfect way to turn your short stop into a big adventure. Make your Nouméa visit extraordinary—every moment counts!

Discover the culture of New Caledonia when your ship docks in Noumea on this tour. Depart from the cruise terminal and visit the Tjibaou Cultural Center, where you take a guided tour of the complex dedicated to Kanak art. Then, get a closer look at the island’s religious side with a visit to Catholic La Conception Church, replete with beautiful stained glass windows and a bell tower.