How many days should I spend in Noumea?


How many days should I spend in Noumea? The whole island is only 18 kilometres by 14 kilometres so exploring is easy. We recommend you plan a stay of at least three days to get the most out of your holiday.


Do I need a visa for Noumea?

U.S. citizens do not need a visa if entering on a regular tourist passport and staying no more than 90 days out of every six months. Return ticket travel will be confirmed. Your passport must be valid for six months beyond the duration of your stay in New Caledonia.


Is New Caledonia expensive to holiday?

Is New Caledonia expensive to visit? Much like any destination around the world, visiting New Caledonia can be expensive. Depending on the flights you book, the type of accommodation you choose and the activities that you enjoy during your stay, the cost of visiting the archipelago can add up.


Can you swim in the ocean in Noumea?

In the island paradise of New Caledonia's capital Nouméa, it's illegal to swim in the sea — except along a 200-metre stretch of beach.


Do they speak English in Noumea?

Because New Caledonia's main industry is tourism and most of the island's tourism is from Australia and New Zealand, English is also spoken in New Caledonia; however, it is only widely spoken inside Nouméa and by those in the tourism industry. The most commonly taught foreign languages are English and Japanese.


How long does it take to get around New Caledonia?

New Caledonia is around 400 kilometres long and takes about eight hours to drive from end to end.


What is the best part of New Caledonia to stay?

Nouméa is a great place to start, offering a taste of the archipelago's unique cultural flavours, cuisine, lifestyle and more. Nouméa can be easily accessed via direct flights from Auckland and Australia's east coast capitals, making it the perfect destination to kick off your New Caledonian escape.


How to spend a week in New Caledonia?

7 days plan New Caledonia itinerary
  1. Day 1: Noumea – Ouen Island.
  2. Day 2: Ouen island – The Island of Pines.
  3. Day 3: The Island of Pines – Lifou.
  4. Day 4: LIfou – Ouvea.
  5. Day 5: Ouvea – Hienghene.
  6. Day 6: Hienghene – Houailou.
  7. Day 7: Houailou – Noumea.


Do I need cash in Noumea?

Using your Bank Card in New Caledonia. Your bank card can get a heavy workout in businesses in Nouméa. But if you're preparing to journey 'into the bush' (outside Greater Nouméa) or throughout the islands, it's better to have cash on hand. Some of the best travel money cards include debit, credit and prepaid cards.


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