Where do you fly into for New Caledonia?
Where do you fly into for New Caledonia? The Noumea - La Tontouta International Airport (NOU), provides international flight service only. To catch domestic flights that can take you throughout New Caledonia, you need to depart from the Noumea Magenta Airport (GEA), a 40-minute drive southeast from NOU.
How many days is enough for New Caledonia?
If you are travelling around the main island you will need a car. Thankfully, the roads are reasonable and driving distances are quite short. You can see the whole island in around 5 days and can take a few smaller trips from Noumea if you're short on time.
Why do people go to New Caledonia?
TO HAVE SEVERAL HOLIDAYS IN ONE DESTINATION Outback plains on the West Coast. Tropical mountains on the East Coast. Eye-wateringly beautiful beaches in the Loyalty Islands. Buzzing city life in capital Noumea.
Do you need a car in New Caledonia?
I get that in some touristy cities/countries you can conveniently get around thanks to public transportation, taxis…, but New Caledonia just isn't one of them. Discovering its marvelous lands is inevitable, and you will want to make the most out of your holiday, so just rent that car!
Is the water warm in New Caledonia?
You can revel in recreational swimming and diving all year round too - the water is always delightfully pleasant! Even in the middle of the cool season (July-September), seawater temperatures are steady at 21-22°C (compared to 26-28°C from January to March).
What is the hottest month in New Caledonia?
Between November and April, New Caledonia's warm season averages temperatures around 25°C. There is semi-frequent rainfall during this period, with February typically being both the hottest and wettest month of the year.
Can you swim in the ocean in New Caledonia?
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.
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.