New Caledonia Adventure
Trip Code: TESN
Why we love it
With a maximum group size of only eight people, you'll have the opportunity to have a real personal experience of this often visited (but seldom truly explored) destination., Visit a remote tribal village in the New Caledonian foothills and see what it’s like to live among the local Kanak tradition. Learn the lifestyle and customs of these communities and spend the night in a traditional fare house., New Caledonian beaches are the stuff of dreams. Go snorkelling and swimming on the lagoons of Poe Beach – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – and see the highlights of Bourail, like Turtle Bay and Nera Beach., Gaze in awe at the diverse landscapes of this island nation, from the mighty Kaori trees in the Blue River National Park to lush rainforest and endemic plant species in the Giant Fern Park near Farino., Your leader has got you front of mind to ensure you get the best out of your stay. Learn about the region's cultures, traditions and way of living as you travel along the coast and get the low-down from someone who lives and breathes New Caledonia., By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Eden Reforestation Projects. Donations help them provide local employment opportunities and tackle climate change one tree at a time as they restore forests across 10 different countries.
Is this trip right for me?
Accommodation is in no-frills, simple hotels and bungalows. This trip stays away from big resorts and focuses on local family-owned accommodation so you get to see the true New Caledonia, and travels around the country in a comfortable mini van.
As food options are sometimes limited in New Caledonia, many meals are included in this itinerary. Please note that, outside of Noumea, most dinners are eaten at your accommodation. You'll have the chance to try a variety of cuisines, from Indigenous Kanak food during your village stay, farm to plate meals and fine French dining.
Snorkelling equipment is not available for hire locally. If you would like to snorkel during your time in New Caledonia, please bring your own mask, snorkel, reef shoes and/or fins.
If you'd like to extend your travels in the South Pacific, you might like to consider our 14-day Vanuatu & New Caledonia Adventure. Search trip code TESVC on our website.
Important information
1.A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 4 in the tribal homestay and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. Snorkelling equipment is not available for hire locally. If you would like to snorkel during your time in New Caledonia, please bring your own mask, snorkel, reef shoes and/or fins.
What to bring/pack
https://www.intrepidtravel.com/packing-list, Beach clothes
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Light, quick drying towel
Snorkel & mask (also available to hire)
Reef shoes
Trekking shoes
UV-safe rash top
Reef-safe sunscreen
Water bottle
Insect repellant
Warmer clothing for cooler nights
Power adaptors
French translation app/phrasebook
Small gifts & souvenirs for your Kanak village hosts
Physical rating
2
Joining your group
Gondwana City Green Hotel, 19 Rue Auguste Brun – 98 800 Nouméa, BP 392 | 98 845 Nouméa Cedex, Nouméa, NEW CALEDONIA, Phone: +687 269799
Alternate Joining Point
Joining instructions
Finishing your trip
Gondwana City Green Hotel, 19 Rue Auguste Brun – 98 800 Nouméa, BP 392 | 98 845 Nouméa Cedex, Nouméa, NEW CALEDONIA, Phone: +687 269799
Alternate Finish Point
Meals & dietary information
Breakfasts included: 5
Lunches included: 4
Dinners included: 2
Food in New Caledonia is influenced by the different communities living together. Expect to try Melanesian, French, Asian and other cuisines. Seafood is popular, and the local prawns are particularly sought after. When visiting village communities, you may be lucky enough to try bougna, the popular Melanesian dish of a protein (chicken, meat or fish) mixed with yams, sweet potatoes other vegetables and slow-cooked in coconut milk in hot stones. Seasonal fruits include avocados, passion fruit, mangoes, pineapples, custard apples, watermelons and citrus fruits such as oranges and pomelos. Bananas, coconuts and pawpaws are available year-round.
Climate & seasonal information
The average monthly temperature in New Caledonia is 24°C in the shade year-round, between 20-22°C during the cooler months (July/August) and 27-28°C during the hotter months (December/January/February). Cyclones can occur from November to May.
In case of emergency
While we always endeavour to provide the best possible holiday experience, due to the nature of travel and the areas we visit sometimes things can and do go wrong. Should any issue occur while you are on your trip, it is imperative that you discuss this with your group leader or local representative straight away so that they can do their best to rectify the problem and save any potential negative impact on the rest of your trip.
We recognise that there may be times when your group leader or local representative may not be able to resolve a situation to your satisfaction - if this is the case, please ask the group leader or local representative to speak to their direct manager.
You may also choose to provide details in your online feedback, which we ask you to complete within 30 days of the end of your trip. Please do be aware that it is very difficult for us to provide any practical help after the trip is completed, so informing us while still travelling will give us the opportunity to resolve the issue in real-time.
For general contact details please use the following page: http://www.intrepidtravel.com/ourtrips/contact/
In case of a genuine crisis or emergency, you can reach our local office on the numbers below:
Intrepid's Local Partner: Available for phone call or WhatsApp call on 687915165