Noumea, New Caledonia
Port Adventures
Amedee Island Marine Reserve (NOU01)
Beach and Water Adventures
$234.00* (ages 10 and up), $124.00* (ages 3 to 9), $124.00* (ages 0 to 2)
6.5 to 7 hours
Nouméa, New Caledonia
Adventures in Amedee Island
Whether you want to relax on the beach or snorkel among the fish and turtles, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
On this adventure you will…
Amedee Island is a tiny coral island located just 24 kilometers south of Noumea.
Enjoy a glass bottom boat ride as the skipper steers the vessel over the multitude of coral reef systems surrounding the island.
Witness traditional island entertainment and indulge in a banquet fit for a king. The delicious island-style buffet lunch and is rounded off with a selection of mouthwatering desserts.
After lunch, several activities await you – climb up the 247 steps to the top of the Amedee lighthouse for a spectacular panoramic view, relax on the beautiful beach, or for an additional cost snorkel among the fish and turtles.
Before heading back to the ship, watch an island dance show and perhaps be invited to participate.
Best of Noumea (NOU02)
Sightseeing
$94.00* (ages 10 and up), $59.00* (ages 3 to 9), $0.00* (ages 0 to 2)
3 to 3.5 hours
Nouméa, New Caledonia
Panoramic Views
Have your camera ready and you get to experience all that Noumea has to offer.
On this adventure you will…
Meet your guide and spoil yourself in superb panoramic views on the way to Montravel.
Your first stop will be at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, built in 1874, is the oldest in New Caledonia. Inside, you will see exquisite stained-glass windows depicting the miracles of Lourdes.
Continue back via the bays, and stop at Ouen Toro Hill for panoramic views of picturesque tropical islands and reef-protected waters.
Then travel through Anse Vata to the aquarium filled with New Caledonia’s stunning marine life, including fascinating prehistoric nautilus and rare fluorescent corals.
Pass elegant waterside apartments, numerous marina facilities and the downtown area on the way to Baie des Citrons (Lemon Bay).
Then drive through Noumea city center and pass the famous Coconut Square before returning back to the ship.
Botanical Garden and Bird Sanctuary (NOU13)
Nature, Sightseeing
$69.00* (ages 10 and up), $54.00* (ages 3 to 9), $0.00* (ages 0 to 2)
3 to 3.5 hours
Nouméa, New Caledonia
Botany and Birds
Gaze upon Noumea’s natural beauty.
On this adventure you will…
Board an air-conditioned coach for a 20-minute drive to Parc Zoologique et Forestier located in the lush green hills overlooking Noumea.
Take a guided tour through the 85-acre nature reserve and see feathered friends, flora, and fauna.
Enjoy the changing ocean views in the distance as you wander along well-marked walkways while viewing ponds, lakes, native shrubs, and abundant bird life.
Observe a variety of wild and domestic animals, including the Roussette (fruit bat), the Notou pigeon, Parakeets, and the rare Cagou, a flightless bird and the symbol of New Caledonia.
Return to the port.
Dumbéa River Kayak Adventure (NOU03)
Sightseeing, Beach and Water Adventures
$119.00* (ages 10 and up), $109.00* (ages 8 to 9)
3 to 3.5 hours
Nouméa, New Caledonia
Kayak down the Dumbéa River
Journey through the “Réserve Naturelle Intégrale de la Montagne des Sources” by kayak on the Dumbéa River.
On this adventure you will…
Once you meet your driver, you will take a scenic, 30-minute drive to the Dumbéa River. The indigenous flora contrasts with predominantly red soil and deep green hues of the river.
The entire area is part of the "Réserve Naturelle Intégrale de la Montagne des Sources", a reserve set up to protect Noumea’s water supply.
Guides will provide a kayak, safety equipment and a brief lesson.
Once you’re wearing your safety gear, you can set off upstream. The only disruption to the tranquility of the river is the swish of paddles on a journey through one of New Caledonia’s prettiest valleys.
Take a dip in the river before kayaking back downstream.
After your adventure on the Dumbéa River, you will be brought back to your ship.
Forest Parc Segway Experience (NOU04)
Sightseeing, Beach and Water Adventures
$159.00* (ages 14 and up)
3 to 3.5 hours
Nouméa, New Caledonia
Segway Adventure
Winding pathways, fascinating bird life, and native shrubs are just a few highlights of this tour.
On this adventure you will…
Meet your driver and board your vehicle, you will head over to The Provincial Zoological and Forest Park, located in the lush green hills overlooking Noumea.
After a quick safety briefing, fitted with a helmet and Segway pairing, you will be on your way.
Follow your guide and navigate the winding pathways, passing by ponds, lakes, native shrubs, and fascinating bird life. Your guide will stop along the way to point out highlights. See a huge variety of wild and domestic animals, like the roussette (fruit bat), notou pigeon, parakeets, and Cagou, an endemic, flightless bird, and symbol of New Caledonia. The Cagou has a unique call that is often mistaken for a barking dog.
After your adventure you will reboard your vehicle and head back to the ship.
Historical Tour: Maritime Museum and WWII Museum (NOU12)
Sightseeing
$69.00* (ages 10 and up), $54.00* (ages 3 to 9), $0.00* (ages 0 to 2)
2.5 to 3 hours
Nouméa, New Caledonia
Explore Noumea and its History
Learn about Noumea’s culture and history at its fully renovated Maritime and WWII Museums. On this adventure you will…
Experience a 5-minute guided tour introducing Noumea and New Caledonia.
Stop for a 45-minute guided visit to the fun and informative Maritime Museum.
Enjoy a collection of archeological items from the shipwrecks of great navigators as well as interactive maps and ship models.
Move on to the WWII Museum for a 45-minute guided tour of the fully renovated venue’s collection of relics from WWII and learn about the impact of WWII on Caledonians’ lives.
Board the air-conditioned coach for a drive back to the port.
Noumea City Sights and Aquarium (NOU14)
Sightseeing
$74.00* (ages 10 and up), $59.00* (ages 3 to 9), $0.00* (ages 0 to 2)
2.5 to 3 hours
Nouméa, New Caledonia
City Ride and Aquarium Visit
Enjoy the city and aquarium sights.
On this adventure you will…
Take a 35-minute drive on an air-conditioned coach through Noumea’s residential area and along the waterfront to Ouen Toro Lookout where two Australian cannons from WWII stand guard.
Continue with a 10-minute drive to Noumea Aquarium and enjoy the showcase of the New Caledonian lagoon.
Discover the splendor of the coral reefs and its inhabitants: angel fish, napoleons, gorgonia, striped fish, fluorescent corals, and a live prehistoric nautilus.
Return to the ship on the air-conditioned coach.
Scenic Drive With Cheese And Wine Tasting (NOU06)
Sightseeing
$134.00* (ages 21 and up)
3 to 3.5 hours
Nouméa, New Caledonia
Scenic Views & Local Foods
Enjoy spectacular views as well as delicious wine and cheese while seeing all that Noumea has to offer.
On this adventure you will…
Meet your guide and board your vehicle, where you will say bonjour to Noumea! You’ll discover the ambience of a sophisticated provincial French town fused with the friendly charm and heavenly climate of the Pacific Islands as you explore the highlights of Noumea on this tour.
Enjoy a scenic drive past iconic landmarks, take in sweeping views from lookout points and sample wine and cheese at a local restaurant.
After departing from the wharf, you’ll drive through the city and past landmarks, including the local markets, Port Moselle Marina, and the Southern Province Government House. Continue past Baie de l’Orphelinat, Baie des Citrons and Anse Vata Beach, all very popular locations with visitors and locals alike.
You’ll stop at Ouen Toro Lookout, a vantage point at the tip of the peninsula. Enjoy sweeping views over the city, the beautiful bays and beaches, across the lagoon (which is the largest in the world), and out to the coral-fringed tropical islands in the distance. This is also the location of a WWII memorial.
Continue to a local beachside restaurant to taste French wines with cheeses before the return drive back to your cruise ship.
Tjibaou Cultural Center (NOU08)
Sightseeing, Cultural
$89.00* (ages 10 and up), $49.00* (ages 3 to 9), $0.00* (ages 0 to 2)
3 to 3.5 hours
Nouméa, New Caledonia
Tjibaou Cultural Center
Explore ancient myths and beliefs while celebrating the indigenous culture of the Kanak people.
On this adventure you will…
Meet your guide and board your vehicle.
Discover the Pacific region’s rich and varied indigenous culture at the Tjibaou Cultural Centre, a complex of galleries and performance spaces celebrating Kanak life. It is also one of the Oceania’s finest examples of modern architecture.
The centre’s collection of sail-like pavilions was patterned after the traditional huts of the native Kanaks. It was designed in the late 1990s by Italian architect Renzo Piano (winner of the 1998 Pritzker prize) and named after Jean-Marie Tjibaou, the assassinated leader of an independence movement who envisioned a place where the artistic and linguistic heritage of the Kanaks would be celebrated. This is Tjibaou's dream realized.
Begin your guided walking tour along the Kanak path, which tells the story of man's creation through the myths and beliefs of Kanak society. Indigenous medicinal plants line the path and underline the importance of the bond between nature and the Kanak people. There are several gardens representing topics including rebirth, the duality of men and women and the spiritual relationship between the visible and invisible worlds.
The exhibits inside the centre’s three separate villages reveal the Kanak culture through painting and sculpture. One of the most moving exhibits is devoted to the life and work of Tjibaou.
Board your vehicle to return to your ship.
Tree to Tree Adventure (NOU09)
Active, Sightseeing
$139.00* (ages 12 and up)
3 to 3.5 hours
Nouméa, New Caledonia
Monkey Around
From the treetops to the bottoms, get ready to see Noumea from high above!
On this adventure you will…
Meet your driver and board your vehicle.
Put your balance and bravery to the test and monkey around in the treetops of Koghis Forest. Swing, slide and climb your way through an adventure course up to 20 meters above ground level.
After a short transfer and a safety briefing, your treetop adventure begins. Navigate your way across a series of obstacles—including a Nepalese Bridge, The Tyrolean, Tarzan’s Jump and the Monkey’s Bridge—and swing ropes ranging from 2 to 20 meters above ground level. Just don’t look down!
As well as an exhilarating adrenaline rush, from this perspective you can also enjoy a bird’s eye view of the magnificent primary forest of Mount Koghi. It's a unique way to enjoy an adventure while taking in the pristine natural attractions Noumea.
Board your vehicle to return to your ship.