All New Caledonia Tours & Excursions in 2026

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.

Discover the best that Noumea has to offer without the hassle of renting a car using this hop-on hop-off bus. Start your self-guided exploration at any of the stops and enjoy a full day of exploring with just one ticket. Visit City Market, Port Plaisance, Anse Vata Bay, the New Caledonia Museum, and more.

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.

Experience the breadth and depth of New Caledonia’s marine life without expensive dive training or scuba charters. At the Aquarium des Lagons, learn about the underwater ecosystems all around this island nation and see their regular residents, including native corals and the prehistoric nautilus. Even meet some of the local turtles at the aquarium’s turtle enclosure, with a bridge over the enclosure for a closer encounter.

Choose an economical and reliable shared airport transfer for a hassle-free departure from New Caledonia. This shared transfer service picks up at hotels in Noumea and provides air-conditioned comfort for the 1-hour drive to La Tontouta International Airport (NOU). Available seven days per week, the professional driver ensures that you arrive at the airport with plenty of time to catch your flight.

Discover the vibrant heart DE Nouméa with the flexible Hop On Hop Off EN bus tour. Check-out from the cruise terminal includes stops at the dynamic Point of Sale DE Nouméa, ideal for discovering local crafts and enjoying fresh tropical fruits. Relax DE the beautiful Baie des Citrons beach or explore the Nouméa Aquarium, renowned for its colourful marine fauna. Thanks to a convenient return schedule, you can enjoy DE must-sees in the city at your own pace, a perfect formula for passengers EN route looking for an unforgettable experience. - Day Pass Check-out from Cruise Terminal DE - Discover the local culture at Point of Sale DE Nouméa and Shopping in Port Plaisance - Relax at the beach DE la Baie DEs Citrons and visit DE l’Aquarium de Nouméa - Flexible hours with returns at 3pm and 6.30pm

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.

Pre-book your space on a shared transfer service for a stress-free start to your vacation in New Caledonia. After arriving at La Tontouta International Airport (NOU), meet your professional driver and relax in the air-conditioned coach for the 36-mile (52-km) drive to Noumea. Transfer service is available seven days per week, and includes access to a VIP transfer lounge at the airport.

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.

Get oriented to the New Caledonian city of Noumea during this 1.5-hour tour, which provides an easy way to get your bearings. Stops include Ouen Toro, Anse Vata Bay, Lemon Bay, Orphelinat Bay, and Coconut Square, for an easy way to check off plenty of attractions on one convenient tour.

Lose yourself in nature at Botanical Parc and Zoo with this deal made for cruise ships docked in Noumea. See New Caledonia’s remarkable native wildlife in abundance, including giant geckos, flying foxes and the symbol of New Caledonia: the protected Cagou. Stroll through some of the last protected plots of dry forest and witness magnificent views of Noumea and its bays.

This circuit is short for those who have a small budget or do not want to spend a whole day. This allows to have a quick overview of the situation of Nouméa.

On the way, we will cross the villages of Boulouparis, La Foa and its famous old fashionable bridge. A first stop with a breathtaking view of the Turtle Bay, then we will lunch near the beautiful beach of Poe where you can swim. For those wishing to experience a sensational flight of 30 minutes above the incredible blue lagoon, this option must be booked at least 24 hours in advance.

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!

SWIM WITH TUTTLES, FISH’S …. and Enjoy your meat. The island's only floating seafood restaurant and tropical bar, located 7 minutes from the shore. Accessible by Taxi Boat, this little gem, in the middle of the Tamanou Reef coastal waters offers a unique snorkeling and kayaking experience, while our bar and restaurant provide customers with fresh savory seafood dishes and fancy cocktails to enjoy on our deck chairs or chill out at the inflatable floating lounge. An underwater tunnel equipped with 20 windows allows travelers and their families to admire our local underwater kingdom without even getting wet.

Effortlessly combining the breathtaking beauty of the South Pacific with the elegance of Europe, Nouméa, New Caledonia is a captivating cosmopolitan capital. Lined with magnificent beaches, beautiful waterways and no shortage of breathtaking vantage points, a visit to the New Caledonian capital reveals some of the incredible reasons why this corner of the globe shouldn’t be missed. Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this exciting city. To discover this fascinating city in your own time and at your own pace just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking. The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way. Please note that this tour is only available in English.

Private Custom Tours & Transfers offers you the best private and shared transfer service in Mercedes Viano (VIP), Kia (Premium) and minibus (shared transport). You will travel like in your living room if you choose the VIP mode, otherwise you will be comfortably settled in our other vehicles where you can contemplate the landscape between Nouméa and the airport or vice versa.

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 ...

One of the easiest, ways to explore Noumea, New Caledonia is by hoping on a coach bus. Perfect for cruise ship passengers who are visiting our city in a short time. See all the top sites including Anse Vata Bay, Lemon Beach, the Ouen Toro lookout and the Pierre Vernier promenade.

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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Let's first stop at the Mont Dore fountain, then we cross the mountain range to reach the east coast and the village of Yaté (possible stop at the Blue River Park). We then cross the coast to the south with a stop at Gîte Yia and then in the village of Touaourou and its pretty colonial church, another stop near the village of Goro towards an incredible waterfall. On the way back we will stop at the Madeleine Falls for a photo and maybe a swim before returning to Noumea.

Discover the best of Noumea on this private 5.5-6-hour shore tour that blends panoramic viewpoints, cultural landmarks, local flavours, and island atmosphere. Explore vibrant markets, colonial architecture, tropical lagoons and scenic beaches, while learning about New Caledonia’s rich Melanesian and French heritage. With comfortable private transport and a flexible route, this tour offers an engaging introduction to the island for first-time visitors arriving by cruise.