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With its cheerful multi-ethnic community, New Caledonia’s cosmopolitan capital is both sophisticated and uncomplicated, classy and casual. The relaxed city sits on a large peninsula, surrounded by picturesque bays, and offers visitors a variety of experiences. Diners can eat out at sassy French restaurants hidden in Quartier Latin, dine at bold water-fronting bistros or grab a bargain meal from a nocturnal van in a car park. Meanwhile, shopaholics can blow their savings on the latest Parisian fashions or go bargain hunting for imported Asian textiles.

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Place des Cocotiers

This is the heart of the city. The square slopes gently from east to west and at the top is a band rotunda, a famous landmark dating back to the late…

Orientated east–west, this popular beach is a hotspot for visitors to Noumea, with hotels, restaurants, shopping and other attractions. Only 10 minutes…

Baie des Citrons

Orientated north–south and less than 10 minutes from the city centre, trendy Baie des Citrons attracts locals and visitors alike. The beach is great for…

Aquarium des Lagons

This aquarium is stunning. Species found in New Caledonian waters – including nautilus, sea snakes, stone fish, turtles, sharks and stingrays – have…

This colourful multi-hexagonal-shaped market is beside the marina at Port Moselle. Fishermen unload their catch; trucks offload fruit, vegetables and…

Musée de la Ville de Noumea

The beautiful colonial-style Musée de la Ville de Noumea, which overlooks Place des Cocotiers, is dwarfed by towering palm trees. It features fascinating…

Tjibaou Cultural Centre

The cultural centre is a tribute to a pro-independence Kanak leader Jean-Marie Tjibaou, who was assassinated in 1989. It sits in a peaceful woodland and…

Mwâ Ka is erected in a landscaped square opposite Musée de Nouvelle-Calédonie. The 12m totem pole is topped by a grande case (chief’s hut), complete with…

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Nouméa is the largest city in and capital of New Caledonia , lying on the main island of Grande Terre . One of the most westernised cities in the Pacific Islands, it features beautiful beaches and colonial mansions and is not yet a heavily touristed destination.

Understand [ edit ]

Where metropolitan French will hear a bad French accent, wince and say that they speak English, the Francophones of New Caledonia are either less willing or less able to accommodate Anglophones. It is probably a matter of capability, since they are marvellously willing to persevere in determining what it is that a foreigner needs. Without tourist-level French, you may find yourself lost — but it's a lovely place to be lost! The French spoken by Caledonians is much harder to understand than the French of people in Paris: on a par with Quebec French (or think of the challenge offered by broad Scots or Yorkshire for a Londoner). But English rates in New Caledonia are becoming higher, with more of the younger generations learning English.

Get in [ edit ]

By plane [ edit ]

Due to the long distance between the airport and the city centre, connecting transport can be very expensive. The cheapest option by far is a public bus, run by Carsud . Ligne C runs 9-11 times a day each way Monday to Saturday, however only twice a day on Sundays. The journey time is about an hour 20 minutes costing 280 F one-way (as of 2018), departing to the city from just outside the airport terminal on the right, and to the airport from the Desmazures interchange near the bingo centre. A pre-booked shuttle service to your hotel will cost about 3000 F per person; there are a variety of options, but the largest company is Arc en Ciel ( ☏ +687 271980 ). A taxi could cost up to 10,000 F.

By car [ edit ]

From La Tontouta , it's a half an hour drive via the RT1 east towards Noumea. From Le Mont-Dore , it's a 10 minute drive south west via the expressway.

By bus [ edit ]

By boat [ edit ].

Noumea is a popular port of call for people sailing around the Pacific, though most dare not sail during cyclone season.

Get around [ edit ]

The Little Train (Le Petit Train) is a motorised tour on normal roads, that runs several times a day. It is an area tour, but you can also hop off one train, and catch the following service. Check the timetable, though, because it may be cancelled or only offer two services on a given day.

The city is also serviced by several bus routes that costs 210 F if you buy your ticket on board ( as of June 2014 ), or 190 F if you buy them ahead of time. Others have recommended this only if you feel your French is up to scratch, as the bus drivers very rarely understand anything but French. However, it is sufficient to know that the bus goes to "Centre Ville", then hand over the money and state the number of tickets required (une personne, deux personnes, trois personnes, etc.). The big catch is working out where the buses start, as different lines leave from different places. The majority of buses go from near the ticket office in Place de la Marne, where Rue d'Austerlitz passes through the Place des Cocotiers. Other lines depart from a rough piece of ground near the corner of rue Clemenceau and rue de la Somme, within sight of the Municipal Markets and the cinema and a couple of blocks south of Place des Cocotiers. See the official map for more details.

You can buy a number of tickets in advance at the office on rue d'Austerlitz (it's more of a booth, actually) but you need to validate the appropriate number of tickets for the trip when you board the bus (that includes the ones you buy from the driver) by inserting them in a machine that will stamp them with a time and a date, but this is nowhere explained. There are rumours of ticket-selling machines in shops. There may be an all-day ticket. The city bus line is called Karuiabus .

The first trick is to recognise a bus stop when you see one. These are white-ish pillars, usually with a name on them, sometimes with a shelter from sun or rain, but usually with no indication of the lines that stop there.

Also available for tourists is a "Noumea Explorer" service that runs an hourly loop pass the major tourist sites (Museums, Parc Forestier and Zoo, Tjibaou and hotels) hourly. That for 1500 F a day (2010 price), is a great idea to be used to explore each of the sites for an hour before catching the bus onto the next location when it comes past again. The service takes a little over an hour, the stops are hard to locate at the start, and you need both a map that shows the stops, and also a leaflet from your hotel or a tourist office that gives the timetable.

Tanéo also run bus services and run within Greater Nouméa. More information on Tanéo can be found here .

See [ edit ]

Most of the tourist attractions in Noumea are closed on Mondays and open all other days, with the exception of Museum of New Caledonia, which is closed on Tuesdays. Each venue has its own entry costs, but in 2014 for 1700 F a "Pass' Nature and Culture" could still be purchased that provided admittance to the Tjibaou, New Caledonia, Noumea and Maritime History Museums, Zoo and Aquarium that could be used over 6 months.

Another good idea, is to grab the free English publication The New Caledonia Weekly and check in it for local events and ideas. The best map was the "New Caledonia Visitor map" found in many places. This is an A1 sheet that can be a challenge in high winds, but at least it shows you where the "Noumea Explorer" stops are.

• -22.275693 166.443548 1 Museum of New Caledonia ( Musée de Nouvelle-Calédonie ), 43, Avenue du Maréchal Foch, Quartier Latin , ☏ +687 272342 , fax : +687 284143 , [email protected] . W-M 09:00-11:30, 12:15-16:30 . The former territorial museum displays a large variety of tribal art and cultural items, such as weapons, spears, traditional clothing, decorations and full-size boat and hut structures. The ground floor focusses on Kanak items from New Caledonia, while upstairs there is cultural heritage from across the region, including countries like Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea and Australia. Some English information available. 200 F adults, 50 F students/12-18 years/seniors, under-12s free . ( updated Jul 2015 )
• -22.270567 166.441441 2 City of Nouméa Museum ( Musée de la Ville de Nouméa ), 39, rue Jean Jaurès, Centre-Ville ( Opposite Place des Cocotiers ), ☏ +687 262805 , fax : +687 276062 , [email protected] . M-F 09:00-17:00, Sa 09:00-13:00, 14:00-17:00 . The museum is in the city's first bank, constructed in 1874, a few years later which would become the town hall for nearly a century following the bank's failure. Documents the history of the city and the surrounding region, including the convict era, municipal projects under Governor Feuillet, the nickel trade, the city's role in World War II and since then. A lot of the info is in English, and a free audio guide is available to explain most of the exhibits. 200 F adults, 100 F students/seniors, 50 F 12-18 years, under-12s free . ( updated Jul 2015 )

• -22.256338 166.481685 3 Tjibaou Cultural Centre ( Centre Culturel Tjibaou ), Rue des Accords de Matignon , ☏ +687 41 45 45 . 09:00-17:00 (closed Mondays) . the iconic large modern wooden round houses, that you see on most postcards of New Caledonia, are located a little way out of Noumea (but accessible by buses--Noumea Explorer or Ligne 40 (   40   ) public bus) past the Magenta Domestic Airport. It houses a lot of contemporary Melanesian and other Oceanic cultures art work, as well as some traditional pieces. Also if you visit at the right time, there are regular performances of traditional dances and music here, as well as the resource libraries focusing on Oceanic cultures. There is a cafeteria manned by a character with severely limited skills of addition, so make sure you know what you should be paying. The shop has some exquisitely designed souvenirs which aren't cheap, but which are still worth it. Make sure you leave some time to walk around outside the building. The architect was Renzo Piano, and you need to look closely at the way he has captured the spirit of the Auracaria pines. The centre commemorates a leader of the Kanak independence movement, Jean-Marie Tjibaou, a former priest who significantly was a student in Paris in 1968. Tjibaou was murdered by another Kanak who regarded Tjibaou's signing of the Matignon Accords as a betrayal. 500 F . ( updated Sep 2021 )
• Maritime History Museum on the Baie de la Moselle water front ( 11 avenue James Cook ), this little museum is packed with maritime artifacts, like a humongous rudder, light house lamp, and models of New Caledonian ships. It also regularly hosts temporary exhibits like one on the first convict ship to arrive in New Caledonia. 500 F per person (June 2014).
• Aquarium des Lagons between Anse Vata and Baie des Citrons ( 61 Promenade Roger Laroque ), the Aquarium has a great collection of Nautilus, as well as lots of information about the local marine life of the island. 1000 F (as of June 2014). Tu-Su 10:00 to 17:00. Last admissions at 16:00.

Do [ edit ]

New Caledonia is home of one of the largest lagoons in the world. So naturally water sports are very popular.

• Wind surfing Anse Vata during the afternoons is very popular with Kite and Wind Surfers. There are a few hire companies on the beach that are very friendly and have a wide range of equipment.
• Snorkeling it is highly suggested to snorkel while in Noumea. The water off Rocher a la Voile around and into Baie des Citrons has coral literally meters from the shore line, making it very easy to see the coral and fish that inhabit there.

Baie des Citrons is also very protected from wind, making it even more enjoyable for the novice. But also if you are prepared to pay for a water taxi ride, Ile aux Canards just off Anse Vata (maybe half a kilometer away ) has a snorkeling track in a marine park that has even better coral to see. The visibility can be poor after rough weather, and the charges for almost everything are appallingly heavy (600 F for a chair, the same for an umbrella, and the service is surely the surliest found anywhere in Nouméa, aside from the Tjibaou cafeteria). You get there by water taxi from the lower level of the faré ("native hut") half-way along the Plage Loisirs or Anse Vata beach . The price in June 2014 was 1200 F for a return trip, which was good value.

Seeing sea snakes is not uncommon in Nouméan waters, but they are very unlikely to bite a snorkeler. Sharks are very rarely seen though. You can rent a mask, fins and snorkel for 600 F, so you may think it worthwhile taking your own.

• Island hopping/visiting there are also many tourist operators who will take you to an island to sunbathe, swim and explore — like the Light House tours available from most tourist operators on Anse Vata, or via the hotels.
• Scuba diving There are a few dive companies who offer dive courses, and day dives on the reef. Abyss Plongée have a couple of boats and are based in Marina Port du Sud, and offer a morning of 2 dives on the reef for around 10,000 F. A whole day including 2 dives, lunch, and transfer from/to Port Moselle is about 16,500 F.
• Walking The climb up Ouen Toro Park at the South of Noumea (the hill near most of the big hotels) is a great way to spend a few hours. There are many paths through the hill that are signed (though sometimes poorly due to vandalism) and many places to stop, rest and take in the views. At the top of the 128-m summit is a military base (that can not be visited) and an old battery that has BBQ facilities.

The quickest way up from the area near Anse Vata is to walk along rue g. Laroque, but if you reach the pharmacy and the Hippodrome, you have gone too far. Go past the first couple of cross streets, then look for rue Paul Baumier on your right: there is a Gascon restaurant on one corner, and the Val Plaisance Charcuterie on the other. Walk up the street warily (the drivers are a bit wild) then pick up the track at the top end of the street. This leads up to the road that comes from somewhere past the Meridien hotel. The track is a bit of a scrabble, with a number of 5 cm stumps. Once you are on the road, you can either go west to look out over the sea or just look for the walking tracks that start immediately opposite. There is a painted map-sign there, so take some notes, especially of the distances, because these are repeated on the track signage.

The main thing is to be aware that there are many other tracks than the ones shown, and the red tracks (on the signboard map) are indeed "difficult". In the late afternoon, there are other walkers and runners so the place is safe enough. Take some water, and watch where you put your feet, as twisted ankles are always possible on the loose stones and rocks. Keep an eye on where you are going so that you can retrace your steps, because the internal signs are poor. The views, however, are superb.

Most of Nouméa is also very close together, and safe to walk day and night between most of the suburbs (anyway avoid the surroundings of the "place des cocotiers" at night, were many drunken people are roaming. Neighbourhoods of Montravel, Vallee du tir, and Riviere Salee can be also be unsafe place at night). By day, the walk from Anse Vata along to and around the Baie des Citrons is pleasant. Assume that coffee and tea along the way will leave you little change from 500 F (each).

Buy [ edit ]

• Local markets just off rue Clemenceau, south of the CBD every morning of the week is local markets from approx 05:00 till 10:00, where cheap food, arts and crafts can be purchased. Expect to pay list price; bargaining is not common practice in New Caledonia.

Food is not cheap in New Caledonia, but you can do well shopping at the non-tourist shops. Learn to detect the boulangerie and patisserie for bread and pastries, the charcuterie for meat and pâté and so on, but don't pass by the slightly seedy-looking general stores, where you can probably get tinned pâté, packaged cheese (wedges of brie, for example) and more.

Plan your alcohol purchases carefully because many supermarkets will not sell you alcohol on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Eat [ edit ]

• Waterfront Market , Rue Georges Clemenceau . Open every morning, providing a good option for budget breakfasts. Croissants and Pain au Chocolat (180 F) and multitude of fresh fruit are available from various merchants. La Buvette du Marché, located inside the building adjacent to the main fruit market, prepares a variety of food including Croque Monsieur (toasted ham and cheese sandwich) and coffee.  

At night, locals who eat out seem to wait until vingt heures ( 20:00 ) before they eat, though most places are open from 18:30 .

• L'Entrecote Au 360 ( 360 Restaurant ), ☏ +687 23 90 90 . A revolving restaurant on top of one of the Ramada towers. At one point, you are looking straight into the apartments of the other tower, but the food is truly superb, and the lunch views are great. Try the sirloin steak in secret sauce. ( updated Mar 2017 )

Drink [ edit ]

The main local beer is 'Number One', it is not a complex beer, but pleasant and refreshing. The other local beer is called "Manta".

There are many French wines to be had, but the New Zealand and Australian wines might travel better. The local tap water is perfectly safe to drink, but bottled water is easy to find if you are fearful.

For Australians, the idea of 'flat white' coffee is familiar. A short black is 'espresso', cappuccino comes heaped high with cream (not froth), and tea is served without milk. The hot chocolate is up to Belgian standards. Fruit juices are pricey but excellent.

Sleep [ edit ]

Budget [ edit ].

• -22.272078 166.445221 1 Noumea City Hostel ( L'Auberge de Jeunesse ), 51 Rue Pasteur Marcel Ariège ( from Place des Cocotiers, head inland, and up a huge set of steps, turn right and down a driveway adjacent to FOL ), ☏ +687 275879 , fax : +687 254817 , [email protected] . 05:30-11:45, 16:00-20:00 daily . Noumea's only youth hostel sits perched on the side of a hill behind the cathedral, with a magnificent view over Centre-Ville and the bay. A number of 4- and 6-bed dormitories with balconies, with some double rooms also available. Clean shared bathroom and kitchen facilities, baggage lockers and a recreational room with table tennis and films each night. Wi-Fi costs 200 F/hr, while there is also a reasonable fee for laundry services. 2000 F/dorm bed . ( updated Aug 2015 )
• -22.29524 166.43891 2 Marina Beach Hotel ( Residence Marina Beach ), 4 Rue Auguste Page Baie Des Citrons , ☏ +687 28 76 33 , [email protected] . Basic accommodation, but a great location including cookie facilities.  

Mid-range [ edit ]

Le Surf (www.grands-hotels.nc) Le Parc

Splurge [ edit ]

Ramada Plaza, rue Louis Blériot, Anse Vata

Royal Tera: Excellent accommodation on Anse Vata Bay - self-contained (kitchen incredible), short walk to bus to City. Close to restaurants.

• Hilton Noumea La Promenade , 109 Promenade Roger Laroque , ☏ +687-2-44600 , fax : +687-2-44700 .  
• Le Meridien Noumea Resort & Spa , Pointe Magni , ☏ +687 26 50 00 , fax : +687 26 50 03 , [email protected] .  

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• Explore the Grand South and visit Le Mont-Dore

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• Shark nets have been installed at sections of the Baie des Citrons and Chateau Royal-Meridien beaches to facilitate swimming and beach activities. Watersports and swimming outside of these areas are permitted on an 'own risk' basis. Follow the advice and instructions of local authorities at all times.
• Politically-motivated protests and civil unrest may occur. Strikes and industrial disputes can disrupt essential services, including transport links. Avoid large public gatherings and roadblocks. Roadside security incidents are rare but can occur without warning. 
• Serious crime is rare in New Caledonia, but car theft, vehicle break-ins and household break-and-enters occur. Look after your belongings and always lock your car and accommodation.
• Cyclone season is from November to May, but cyclones and severe weather can occur at any time. They can cause landslides and flooding and may disrupt essential services. Ensure you understand  New Caledonia's cyclone alert system  (in French).
• New Caledonia can experience earthquakes, tsunamis and bushfires. A tsunami can arrive within minutes of a tremor or earthquake. Monitor the websites of the  New Caledonian Department of Emergency Management  (in French with safety instructions in English for cyclone alert levels) and the  New Caledonian Weather Bureau  (in French) for updates. Your tour operator or accommodation provider may also be able to provide advice

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• Insect-borne diseases such as  Dengue ,  Chikungunya  and  Zika  are risks in New Caledonia. ​Ensure your accommodation is insect-proof, and use insect repellent. If you're pregnant, discuss the risks of Zika virus with your doctor before you travel. 
• Outbreaks of leptospirosis are common, especially after heavy rain. Wear closed-in shoes. Avoid swimming in rivers or muddy water. Store food in enclosed containers and use a straw when drinking from cans.
• Other foodborne, waterborne, parasitic and infectious diseases occur. These include influenza, scabies and conjunctivitis. Get treatment if you have itchiness or skin lesions. In rural areas, drink boiled or bottled water. Tap water is generally safe to drink in towns.
• The standard of medical facilities in Noumea is high, but those in outlying areas are basic. Medical treatment is expensive. Search and rescue facilities are limited. Some parts of New Caledonia don't have mobile phone coverage. Ensure your travel insurance covers all your medical conditions and medical evacuation.

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• Understand the local laws. New Caledonia is an overseas territory of France. A mix of French and local laws apply. You must always have photo identification with you. 
• Same-sex marriage is legal, but same-sex relationships aren't widely accepted outside of Noumea.
• Outside of tourist areas, standards of dress and behaviour are conservative. Dress and behave appropriately.
• You need permission from customary authorities to visit certain areas. If in doubt, follow local advice.

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• You likely won't need a visa for a tourist visit of up to 3 months. However, the total length of your stay must not exceed a total of 90 days over a period of 180 days (6 months). Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. Contact  the Consulate-General of France in Sydney or the Embassy of France in Canberra  for the latest details.
• International passenger flights to and from New Caledonia may be suspended with little or no warning.
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There's a possibility of politically motivated protests and civil unrest. Public protests and events that draw large groups of people can turn violent.

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Several shark attacks occurred in 2023. A fatal attack claimed the life of an Australian tourist in February at Chateau Royal Beach, following two similar attacks at the same beach in January and February, which resulted in life-threatening injuries.

Local authorities have installed a shark net at the Baie des Citrons beach, which is now open to swimming and beach activities. Baie des Citrons is patrolled daily by lifeguards from 8.45am to 5pm from December to April and from 8.45am to 4pm from May to November.

Chateau Royal-Meridien has been equipped with a temporary shark net and is open to swimming and beach activities only during lifeguard surveillance hours, from 8.45am to 5pm until the end of March, when a permanent shark net will be installed.

Waterports and swimming outside of these areas are permitted on an 'own risk' basis.

Information on swimming and other water activities can be found on the  Noumea Town Hall Website  (in French). More information on the risk of sharks in New Caledonia is available on the  New Caledonia Tourism Website  (in English). 

Beaches in New Caledonia may be closed at short notice due to bad weather, shark sightings or during shark-catching campaigns.

Shark mitigation measures, including shark nets, are currently used only on sections of Baie des Citrons and Chateau Royal-Meridien beaches. Beach evacuation procedures in New Caledonia may be less developed than those in Australia.

Be alert to warning signs and follow the advice of local authorities at all times. A red flag with a shark logo means beaches have been closed due to a shark sighting or shark-related incident. 

The  New Caledonia Tourism website  advises visitors to:

• avoid areas where it is risky to swim, including ports, boat moorings, marinas, murky waters near drainage outlets or river mouths, and the Nouville Peninsula area in Noumea
• avoid swimming after periods of heavy rain or other weather events that agitate the water
• avoid swimming at dawn and dusk
• swim close to shore
• only swim at patrolled beaches that use a flag system. 

Patrolled beaches use the following flag system:

• Green flag: supervised swimming and no particular danger
• Orange flag: supervised swimming but dangerous conditions
• Red flag: swimming is prohibited
• A red flag with a shark logo: the beach has been closed due to a shark sighting or shark-related incident.

More Information:

• Water sports and activities

Tours and adventure activities

Transport and tour operators don't always follow safety and maintenance standards. This includes adventure activities, such as scuba diving.

If you plan to do a tour or  adventure activity :

• check if your travel insurance policy covers it
• ask about and insist on minimum safety requirements
• always use available safety gear, such as life jackets or seatbelts

If proper safety equipment isn't available, use another provider.

Roadside security incidents can occur suddenly but are uncommon. Dangerous incidents include:

• stone-throwing

Major routes have been affected, including:

• the RP1 road to the south-east, between Noumea and Mont-Dore
• the highway north from Noumea to Tontouta International Airport

Local authorities can close major roads without warning.

Petty crime

Serious crime is rare. Petty crime and theft can occur.

Car theft, vehicle break-ins and household break-and-enters occur.

Drink spiking can happen. If you're drugged, you'll be more vulnerable to theft and  assault .

To protect yourself from petty crime:

• look after your belongings when you're in public
• lock your car, hide your belongings and keep windows up
• don't leave food or drinks unattended
• never accept drinks, food, gum or cigarettes from strangers or new friends
• Partying safely

Cyber security 

You may be at risk of cyber-based threats during overseas travel to any country. Digital identity theft is a growing concern. Your devices and personal data can be compromised, especially if you're connecting to Wi-Fi, using or connecting to shared or public computers, or to Bluetooth. 

Social media can also be risky in destinations where there are social or political tensions or laws that may seem unreasonable by Australian standards. Travellers have been arrested for things they have said on social media. Don't comment on local or political events on your social media. 

More information:  

• Cyber security when travelling overseas  

Terrorism is a threat worldwide.

Climate and natural disasters

New Caledonia experiences  natural disasters  and  severe weather , such as:

• earthquakes  and  tsunamis [DG1]   [SD2]  

The  New Caledonian Department of Emergency Management (Sécurité Civile – DSCGR)  (in French) responds to natural disasters and severe weather. Safety instructions are available in English for cyclone alert levels. 

A free crisis hotline is activated if there's a natural disaster or emergency. The emergency hotline is +687 05 05 05 (French). Your tour operator or accommodation provider may also provide timely advice.

To protect yourself if a natural disaster occurs:

• secure your passport in a safe, waterproof location
• monitor local media and other sources
• keep in contact with friends and family

Get weather reports and disaster updates:

• Météo France Nouvelle-Calédonie  (in French)
• Fiji Meteorological Service
• Australian Bureau of Meteorology
• Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System
• Joint Typhoon Warning Center, US Navy

Follow the advice on staying safe when there's a natural disaster .

If you're travelling during cyclone season or after a natural disaster, contact your airline or tour operator to check if services are affected.

Cyclones and severe weather

Cyclone season is from November to May, but cyclones and severe weather can occur at other times.

The direction and strength of cyclones can change suddenly.

Cyclones and severe weather can bring:

• flooding waves on shore areas
• flooding and landslides
• disruptions to infrastructure and essential services

If there's a cyclone or severe tropical storm:

• you may get stuck in the area
• flights could be delayed or suspended
• available flights may fill quickly
• access to seaports could also be affected
• adequate shelter may not be available

New Caledonia has a 4-phase cyclone alert system:

1. PRE-ALERT: potential cyclone activity in the weather observation zone of New Caledonia — follow weather forecasts and bulletins ( Emergency Management New Caledonia - Pre-Alert instructions in English )

2. ALERT 1: a cyclone is approaching and may reach New Caledonia in the next 18 hours — prepare for a cyclone ( Emergency Management New Caledonia - Alert 1 instructions in English )

3. ALERT 2: a cyclone will hit New Caledonia in less than 6 hours — protect yourself and stay indoors ( Emergency Management New Caledonia – Alert 2 instructions in English ) 

4. SAFEGUARD PHASE: a cyclone is moving away — remain alert ( Emergency Management New Caledonia – Safeguard Phase instructions in English ) 

If a cyclone is approaching:

• know the evacuation plan for your hotel or cruise ship
• identify your local shelter
• monitor  New Caledonian Department of Emergency Management (Sécurité Civile - DSCGR)  (in French) with safety instructions in English for cyclone alert levels
• monitor  Météo France Nouvelle-Calédonie  (in French) for  cyclone updates
• monitor local radio

Once the SAFEGUARD PHASE is announced:

• take care leaving your shelter
• look out for debris
• avoid fallen electrical wires

Flooding and mudslides

Heavy rains can cause flooding and mudslides. These can lead to:

• deaths and injuries
• destruction of property
• evacuations

Earthquakes and tsunamis

New Caledonia occasionally experiences  earthquakes  and  tsunamis .

Tsunamis can happen within minutes of a nearby tremor or earthquake.

Ask your tour operator, host or accommodation provider about local procedures and what to do during an earthquake.

Tsunami risks are higher:

• in the East Coast
• in the Loyalty Islands
• in the Isle of Pines

To prepare yourself for earthquakes and tsunamis, you can:

• subscribe to tsunami alerts from the  Global Disaster Alert and Coordination system
• get earthquake updates from the  US Geological Service
• get tsunami updates from the  US Tsunami Warning Center

If there's an earthquake or tsunami:

• monitor tsunami updates
• move to higher ground if you're in a coastal or low-lying area

If you're near the coast, move immediately to high ground if advised by local authorities or if you:

• feel a strong earthquake that makes it hard to stand up
• feel a weak, rolling earthquake that lasts a minute or more
• see a sudden rise or fall in sea level
• hear loud and unusual noises from the sea

Don't wait for official warnings such as alarms or sirens.

Once on high ground, monitor local media.

After an earthquake:

• expect aftershocks
• be prepared for delays and changes to your travel plans
• ask your travel agent and tour operators to confirm travel services and accommodation bookings
• New Caledonian Department of Emergency Management (Sécurité Civile – DSCGR) Earthquake information  (in French)
• New Caledonian IRD (French National Research Institute for Sustainable Development) seismological network  (in English)
• New Caledonian Department of Emergency Management (Sécurité Civile – DSCGR) Tsunami information  (in French)

New Caledonia can experience  bushfires .

Bushfires usually occur from September to February. They can occur in other months.

To protect yourself from bushfires:

• look and listen out for bushfire warnings
• New Caledonian Department of Emergency Management (Sécurité Civile - DSCGR) Bushfire information  (in French)

Travel insurance

Travel insurance is mandatory for entry to New Caledonia and must cover all medical and hospitalisation expenses and repatriation costs, including medical evacuation. The Australian Government won't pay for these costs.

You may need to present your travel insurance certificate when departing for and arriving in New Caledonia.

Medical costs are high. For example:

• an intensive care bed could cost more than $A5,500 per day
• ambulance transfers can cost over $A1,250
• a helicopter evacuation within New Caledonia costs over $A6,500

Get comprehensive  travel insurance  tailored to your mode of transport (e.g. cruise ship) and region of travel before you leave. Ensure your travel or medical insurance covers you for existing conditions and medical evacuation.

If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel. This applies to everyone, no matter how healthy and fit you are.

If you're not insured, you may have to pay many thousands of dollars up-front for medical care and more for your return to Australia with medical assistance.

• what activities and care your policy covers
• that your insurance covers you for the whole time you'll be away

Cruise ship evacuations

Australians have been evacuated, including from cruise ships, to hospitals in Noumea. Some insurance claims have been refused, often due to pre-existing conditions. Many international  cruises  stopover in New Caledonia. To reduce your risks if you plan to travel on a cruise ship:

• check the onboard medical facilities are suitable
• understand the costs of onboard medical treatment
• French High Commission in New Caledonia  (in French)
• New Caledonia Tourism , including  visas and entry requirements  (in English) 

Physical and mental health

Consider your physical and mental health before you travel, especially if you have an existing medical condition.

See your doctor or travel clinic to:

• have a basic health check-up
• ask if your travel plans may affect your health
• plan any vaccinations you need

Do this at least 8 weeks before you leave.

If you have immediate concerns for your welfare or the welfare of another Australian, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 or contact your  nearest Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate  to discuss counselling hotlines and services available in your location.

• General health advice
• Healthy holiday tips  (Healthdirect Australia)

Medications

Not all medication available over the counter or by prescription in Australia is available in other countries. Some may even be considered illegal or a controlled substance, even if prescribed by an Australian doctor.

If you plan to bring medication, check with relevant authorities if it's legal in New Caledonia. Take enough legal medication for your trip.

Carry a copy of your prescription or a letter from your doctor stating:

• what the medication is
• Your required dosage
• that it's for personal use
• Consulate-General of France in Sydney  including information on customs and  medicine for personal use
• French Customs Directorate in New Caledonia  with  information for travellers , including  authorised goods  and customs regulations applicable to  private yachts  (all in French)

Health risks

Insect-borne diseases.

Insect-borne diseases such as  Dengue ,  Chikungunya  and  Zika  are a risk in New Caledonia, especially in the warmer and wetter months.

If you're pregnant, the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care recommends you:

• discuss travel plans with your doctor
• consider deferring non-essential travel to Zika-affected areas

To protect yourself from disease:​ ​

• make sure your accommodation is insect-proof
• use insect repellent
• wear long, loose, light-coloured clothing

Get medical advice if you have a fever, muscle pain, a rash, diarrhoea or a severe headache.

• Health Department of New Caledonia (Direction des Affaires Sanitaires et Sociales - DASSNC)  (in French)
• DASSNC disease-specific information and reporting procedures , including  DASSNC Health Diseases  (in French)
• Infectious diseases

Leptospirosis

Small outbreaks of  leptospirosis  are common. More serious outbreaks can happen after heavy rainfall.

To protect yourself against leptospirosis:

• wear closed-in shoes
• avoid swimming in rivers or muddy water
• store food in enclosed containers
• don't drink straight from cans — use a straw
• remove rubbish from around your home

Other health risks

Waterborne, foodborne, parasitic and other infectious diseases occur. These include: 

• conjunctivitis
• COVID-19  (Australian Department of Health and Aged Care)
• Actualité COVID-19 | Gouvernement de la Nouvelle-Calédonie  (in French)

It's generally safe to drink tap water in towns.

To protect yourself from illness:

• drink boiled water or bottled water with sealed lids in rural areas
• attend to symptoms, such as itchiness and skin wounds
• avoid raw and undercooked food, such as salads
• Health Department of New Caledonia (Direction des Affaires Sanitaires et Sociales – DASSNC)  (in French)
• Infectious diseases  

Medical care

Medical facilities.

The standard of medical facilities in New Caledonia is high. However, search and rescue facilities are limited. The difficult terrain limits quick access.

Mobile phone coverage may be limited in some parts of the main island. Mobile network coverage is available on the  New Caledonian Postal and Telecommunications Directorate  (OPTNC).

In the Southern Province:

• CHT (Centre Hospitalier Territorial) Gaston Bourret  (in French) is the main public facility at the Koutio Medipole in Dumbea, and their emergency ward is open 24/7.
• Clinique Kuindo-Magnin  (in French and  English ) is the main private facility in the suburb of Nouville in Noumea, and their emergency ward is open daily from 7am to 11pm.

In the Northern Province, the main public hospitals are:

• Koumac (Hôpital Paula-Thavoavianon)  – Emergency, general medical and mid-wife services.
• Poindimié (Hôpital Raymond Doui-Nebayes)  – General, physical and rehabilitation, continuing care services.
• Koné (Pôle Sanitaire du Nord)  – Emergency, general medical, surgery, anaesthesia, maternity, operations, day-care and continuing care services.

The only decompression chamber is in Noumea ( SCADEM - Travaux sous-marin Nouvelle-Calédonie  (in French)).

Many popular dive sites are on other islands. If there's an accident, it may take several hours to reach medical facilities.

Medical costs are high. Make sure your insurance covers medical evacuation and your planned activities.

You're subject to all local laws and penalties, including those that may appear harsh by Australian standards. Research local laws before travelling.

If you're arrested or jailed, the Australian Government will do what it can to help you under our  Consular Services Charter . But we can't get you out of trouble or out of jail.

New Caledonia is an overseas territory of France. A mix of French and local laws apply.

• Travel advice for France

Penalties for drug offences, even small amounts, include fines and imprisonment. 

• Carrying or using drugs

Proof of identity

You must always carry ID.

LGBTI information

Under French law, same-sex marriage is legal in New Caledonia.

However, outside Noumea, you may encounter more conservative attitudes.

• Advice for LGBTI travellers

Australian laws

Some Australian criminal laws still apply when you're overseas. If you break these laws, you may face prosecution in Australia.

• Staying within the law and respecting customs

Dual citizenship

France recognises dual citizenship.

• Dual nationals

Local customs

Outside of tourist areas, dress and behaviour standards are conservative. Take care not to offend.

Visits to certain areas, including popular fishing and maritime areas, may require prior authorisation from the relevant customary authorities.  This is carried out through engaging in a 'coutume' (customary acknowledgement gesture). 

• North Province Tourism Group, Custom  (in French)
• New Caledonia Tourism – Traditions, Customs and Etiquette  (in English)

Visas and border measures

Every country or territory decides who can enter or leave through its borders. For specific information about the evidence you'll need to enter a foreign destination, check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering. 

You likely won't need a visa for a tourist visit of up to 3 months. However, the total length of your stay must not exceed a total of 90 days over a period of 180 days (6 months). 

You may need to show proof of:

• sufficient money for your stay
• return or onward travel ticket
• adequate travel or health insurance covering medical and hospitalisation expenses as well as any repatriation costs, including medical evacuation
• the purpose of your visit

In other situations, you'll need a visa issued by the  French representations in your country of residence  and, subject to your circumstances, a work permit issued by the Government of New Caledonia.

New Caledonia is an overseas territory of France.

Contact  the Consulate-General of France in Sydney or the Embassy of France in Canberra  for up-to-date information on visa requirements. 

Border measures

Check with your airline or travel provider on minors' travel regulations, including those travelling unaccompanied.

Entry protocols apply to private sailboats and cruise ships visiting New Caledonia. All immigration procedures must be completed in Noumea, with some approvals required before arrival. Contact your airline, cruise line, local port agent or tour operator for the latest updates. 

• French High Commission in New Caledonia  with entry conditions to New Caledonia by foreign nationals (in French).

Other formalities

Some goods aren't allowed in New Caledonia.  Other goods require specific approvals or other formalities.

• New Caledonian Department for Animal, Food and Rural Affairs  (Direction des Affaires Vétérinaires, Alimentaires et Rurales – DAVAR) including  Information for travellers  (both in French) and a  list of products not requiring import permit or biosecurity-sanitary certificates  (in English).
• Customs Directorate in New Caledonia , including information for travellers  arriving by air  or on  private yacht  (all in French)

Some countries won't let you enter unless your passport is valid for 6 months after you plan to leave that country. This can apply even if you're just transiting or stopping over.

Some foreign governments and airlines apply the rule inconsistently. Travellers can receive conflicting advice from different sources.

You can end up stranded if your passport is not valid for more than 6 months.

The Australian Government does not set these rules.   Check your passport's expiry date before you travel with the  French authorities in Australia . If you're not sure it'll be valid for the required period, consider getting  a new passport . 

Lost or stolen passport

Your passport is a valuable document. It's attractive to people who may try to use your identity to commit crimes.

Some people may try to trick you into giving them your passport. Always keep it in a safe place.

If your passport is lost or stolen, tell the Australian Government as soon as possible.

• In Australia, contact the  Australian Passport Information Service .
• If you're overseas, contact the nearest  Australian embassy or consulate .

Passport with ‘X’ gender identifier 

Although Australian passports comply with international standards for sex and gender, we can’t guarantee that a passport showing 'X' in the sex field will be accepted for entry or transit by another country. Contact the nearest  embassy, high commission or consulate of your destination  before you arrive at the border to confirm if authorities will accept passports with 'X' gender markers. 

• LGBTI travellers  

The local currency is the Pacific Franc (XPF).

Declare all amounts over 10,000 euros (or equivalent) on arrival and departure. This covers all forms of currency, not only cash.

Australian dollars are accepted by some businesses.

Change Australian dollars for XPF at banks and authorised exchange bureaus.

There are ATMs and credit card facilities in Noumea and other major centres.

Take enough cash if you're travelling to remote areas.

• New Caledonia Currency | New Caledonia Tourism & Travel  (in English)

Local travel

New Caledonia Tourism  provides information on getting around New Caledonia by road, air and sea.

Travel disruptions

Industrial and political disputes, as well as strikes, can cause disruptions to essential services, including transport links. Monitor the media and follow the advice of local authorities (see  Safety ).

Road travel

You can drive in New Caledonia on a valid Australian driver's licence for up to one year after arrival.

To find out about driver's licences and driving regulations:

• Visit the  New Caledonian Department of Infrastructure and Land Transport , including information on  foreign licences  (in French)
• Visit the  New Caledonian Public Service  website, which includes information on alcohol limits.

On the road:

• drivers may be unlicensed or drunk
• vehicles may be poorly maintained
• vehicles may be uninsured

You could encounter:

• carjackings

These incidents are uncommon but dangerous (see  Safety ).

Leave the area quickly and safely if stones are thrown at your car.

If you plan to drive:

• check your travel insurance covers it
• learn local traffic laws and practices
• keep your car windows up and doors locked
• don't drink and drive
• Driving or riding

Motorcycles

Make sure your travel insurance covers you when using a motorbike, quad bike or similar vehicle.

Always wear a helmet.

Hire a taxi from a taxi rank or make a phone booking. Book your taxi in advance. Long delays are common.

In Noumea, taxi rank locations and tariffs are available on the website of the  Southern Province Tourism Office  (in French). The Noumea Central Taxi number +687 28 35 12 is available for bookings 24/7.

You can only hail a taxi from the street in Noumea if it's located more than 100 metres from a taxi rank.

Some taxis only accept cash. Others may accept payment by credit card.

Other municipalities in New Caledonia have taxi services. Check the website of the  relevant city hall (municipality) from the New Caledonian Government website  for further information.

Public transport

Buses operate throughout Grande Terre (the main island). Visit the website of New Caledonia Tourism for information on  public transport services  (in English).

On other islands,  public transport  is limited.

Passenger ferries run from Noumea to:

• Île des Pins
• Maré, Lifou and Ouvéa in the Loyalty Islands

Many international  cruises  stopover in New Caledonia. See  Health

• Travelling by boat

DFAT doesn't provide information on the safety of individual commercial airlines or flight paths.

Check  New Caledonia's air safety profile  with the Aviation Safety Network.

Emergencies

Depending on what you need, you should contact your:

• family and friends
• travel agent
• insurance provider

Call 17 or 1022 or contact the nearest police station or gendarmerie.

Always get a police report when you report a crime.

Your insurer should have a 24-hour emergency number.

Consular contacts

Read the  Consular Services Charter  for what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.

For consular assistance, contact the Australian Consulate-General in Noumea.

Australian Consulate-General, Noumea

Norwich Building Level 2 11 rue Georges Baudoux Artillerie, Noumea, New Caledonia

Phone: (+687) 27 24 14 Consular assistance email:  [email protected] Website:  noumea.consulate.gov.au Facebook:  Australia in New Caledonia and Wallis and Futuna Twitter:  @AusCGNoumea

The public telephone line (+687 27 24 14) and consular assistance mailbox of the Australian Consulate-General in Noumea ( [email protected] ) are monitored regularly during business hours (Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm, except public holidays).

Outside of office hours, if you require urgent consular assistance, please follow the prompts (or details below) to be connected to the 24/7 Consular Emergency Centre in Canberra.

Check the Consulate-General website for details about opening hours, any temporary closures and other information useful to your circumstances.

24-hour Consular Emergency Centre

In a consular emergency, if you can't contact the Consulate-General, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on:

• +61 2 6261 3305 from overseas
• 1300 555 135 in Australia

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Les Offices de tourisme

De nombreux Offices de tourisme ou Point d'information touristique sont à la disposition des voyageurs sur l'ensemble du territoire calédonien. Vous y trouverez toute l’information touristique nécessaire pour organiser, réussir et faciliter votre séjour en Nouvelle-Calédonie.

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Offices de tourisme et points d'information en province sud, offices de tourisme et points d'information en province nord, offices de tourisme et points d'information dans les îles.

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• Nouméa :  Sud Tourisme - Tel +687 30 90 01
• Aéroport de Nouméa - La Tontouta : +687 30 90 01. Ouvert le mercredi, vendredi, samedi et dimanche.
• Mont-Dore et Yaté :  Tourisme Grand Sud – Tel +687 46 06 25
• Thio Tourisme : Tel +687 44 25 04
• La Foa, Sarraméa, Moindou et Farino :  La Foa Tourisme – Tel +687 41 69 11
• Bourail Tourisme :  Tel +687 46 46 12

Plus d'information sur www.sudtourisme.nc .

• Hienghène :   Tel +687 42 43 57 
• Koumac :  Tel +687 42 78 42 
• Touho :  Tel +687 42 88 07
• Tourisme Province Nord :  Tel +687 27 78 05

Plus d'information sur  www.tourismeprovincenord.nc .

• Île des Pins   : Tel +687 44 22 42. Fermé le mercredi.

Îles Loyauté

• Lifou :  Tel +687 45 00 32
• Maré :  Tel +687 43 03 49
• Ouvéa :  Tel +687 45 10 84 ou +687 94 97 14
• Îles Loyauté Explorer :  Tel +687 27 70 50

Plus d'information sur  www.iles-loyaute.com .

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A natural sensory meeting!

• What if your travel memories were to come through your 5 senses? The water lapping will sound in your ears as a natural guide to the Tourism Office of South New Caledonia. Even before you walk through the door, your eyes will be drawn to the multitude of landscapes that line our window, the beginning of inspiration. When you finally enter, the scent of soap, spices flavour and other sweets will wake up your taste buds. Your fingers will glide along a selection of eco-friendly items that... Read more What if your travel memories were to come through your 5 senses? The water lapping will sound in your ears as a natural guide to the Tourism Office of South New Caledonia. Even before you walk through the door, your eyes will be drawn to the multitude of landscapes that line our window, the beginning of inspiration. When you finally enter, the scent of soap, spices flavour and other sweets will wake up your taste buds. Your fingers will glide along a selection of eco-friendly items that will be perfect souvenirs of our cultures. And we will be happy to tell you the story of each of our local producers. We, a dedicated team, will be delighted to guide you in this quest for senses. Climbing Mont Dore, discovering the red land, immersing yourself in the bush or just relaxing on an island, you will be spoilt for choice. Free parking the first hour. Show less
• Services for cyclists HERE for you! Accueil Vélo Service and smiles: parking, wifi access, water point, sanitary facilities Documentation and our secrets for you to ride to your best memories: maps, useful contacts, tourist nuggets What you need to repair if it's the breakdown that brings you here: self-repair kit and moral support
• Close to pleasure port
• Close to a public transportation
• Sea within 300 m
• Bus stop < 500 m
• Cycle track/route within 500 m
• Town location
• In centre of town

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• Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
• Pay car park
• Bicycle parking
• Sustainable development
• Waste management
• Pets welcome • Service dogs are welcome!
• Tourist brochures
• Tourist information
• Educational documentation
• Monday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Tuesday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Wednesday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Thursday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Saturday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Sunday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

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• International

Tourism Office Noumea - Les Quais

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A natural sensory meeting!

• What if your travel memories were to come through your 5 senses? The water lapping will sound in your ears as a natural guide to the Tourism Office of South New Caledonia. Even before you walk through the door, your eyes will be drawn to the multitude of landscapes that line our window, the beginning of inspiration. When you finally enter, the scent of soap, spices flavour and other sweets will wake up your taste buds. Your fingers will glide along a selection of eco-friendly items that... Read more What if your travel memories were to come through your 5 senses? The water lapping will sound in your ears as a natural guide to the Tourism Office of South New Caledonia. Even before you walk through the door, your eyes will be drawn to the multitude of landscapes that line our window, the beginning of inspiration. When you finally enter, the scent of soap, spices flavour and other sweets will wake up your taste buds. Your fingers will glide along a selection of eco-friendly items that will be perfect souvenirs of our cultures. And we will be happy to tell you the story of each of our local producers. We, a dedicated team, will be delighted to guide you in this quest for senses. Climbing Mont Dore, discovering the red land, immersing yourself in the bush or just relaxing on an island, you will be spoilt for choice. Free parking the first hour. Show less
• Services for cyclists HERE for you! Accueil Vélo Service and smiles: parking, wifi access, water point, sanitary facilities Documentation and our secrets for you to ride to your best memories: maps, useful contacts, tourist nuggets What you need to repair if it's the breakdown that brings you here: self-repair kit and moral support
• Close to pleasure port
• Close to a public transportation
• Sea within 300 m
• Bus stop < 500 m
• Cycle track/route within 500 m
• Town location
• In centre of town

• See all reviews
• Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
• Pay car park
• Bicycle parking
• Sustainable development
• Waste management
• Pets welcome • Service dogs are welcome!
• Tourist brochures
• Tourist information
• Educational documentation
• Monday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Tuesday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Wednesday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Thursday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Saturday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Sunday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

• New Zealand
• International