Top Grande Terre On the Water

Skid from your cruise ship to a bouncy water taxi and skip across the water to Signal Island, a quieter snorkeling location. Take your mind off National Park fees and taxes and focus on the important things: coral in blue water, the ponderous paddles of turtles. This small private tour gets you into the water without extra hassle.

Enjoy a paradisiacal day trip to the tiny Amedee Island on this immersive, full-day excursion from Noumea. Following morning hotel pickup, transfer to the island by boat. You’ll enjoy a range of activities throughout the day: embark on a glass-bottomed boat tour to see the underwater scenery, ascend the famed Amedee Lighthouse, enjoy welcome drinks and a delicious lunch buffet, watch a dance performance, and much more.

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.

The New Caledonian barrier reef is the second longest barrier reef on Earth. It’s not practical to see the entire reef, but this private water taxi tour is a good way to see the highlights. Starting in Noumea, you’ll venture out to Amedee Island in a high-speed water taxi, which ensures a speedy journey that's ideal for visitors short on time. Plus, a private guide means you'll receive personalized attention throughout the excursion.