All New Caledonia Tours & Excursions in 2026

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.

Discover Amedee Island and its magical coral-fringed lagoon, just 45 minutes by water taxi from Noumea. Located in the heart of a protected marine reserve near the barrier reef, the island is renowned for its crystal-clear waters and exceptional marine life. Swim with turtles and snorkel all year round without stinger suits, discovering colorful fish and 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) and is subject to opening days managed independently. We cannot guarantee access during your visit. 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.

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.

A thrilling adventure awaits you in the heart of the UNESCO-recognized Nouméa Lagoon. Departure from Moselle Bay for a quick 15 - minute crossing to MASTER ISLAND, a true haven of peace. Dive into the crystal-clear waters to go snorkeling and discover the coral reefs and sea turtles. For thrill-seekers, try jet skiing, stand-up paddleboarding, or aquacycling. After a day of water activities, relax at the bar on the sandy beach, where free showers and free Wi-Fi are available.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 ...

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.

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.

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

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

Want an adventure off the beaten track? Just 30 minutes from Nouméa, Dzumac Tour takes you on a 4x4 buggy ride on the Dzumac mountain slopes, between forests, creeks and breathtaking panoramas. Comfortably installed alongside an experienced Guide, you can enjoy the scenery without worrying about driving: an experience that blends nature, adrenaline and sharing.

Discover peacefully the pleasures and benefits of the largest lagoon in the world. Exploration, Relaxation and Multiple Things to Do on Private Catamaran with 4 Double Cabins. Ideal for reconnecting with nature, in cohesion with its crew.

The PREMIUM private car with driver is an exclusive and personalized service for all your transfers. To ensure optimum quality of service, we offer a high-end solution. Comfortable and air-conditioned, the vehicles are high-end vehicles. Our multilingual drivers are our ambassadors. Available, punctual, courteous, and irreproachable attention, they know how to be discreet in all circumstances. In order to best satisfy our customers, a small bottle of water is available in the car for each passenger.