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Between July and September, during the southern hemisphere winter, New Caledonia is home to humpback whales as they swim back from Antarctica to escape its excessively cold waters and come to rest and give birth in our waters. They are most numerous off the south of the Grand Terre. Come and meet these fascinating sea animals.

Somewhere in the middle of the South Pacific, off the coast of New Caledonia and far from congested mass tourism routes, lie three hidden pearls of pristine beauty, three islands of legend and tradition… The islands of Lifou, Maré and Ouvéa (indigenous names: Drehu, Nengone and Laii) make up the Loyalties, the trio of islands which lie roughly 190km to the east of the main New Caledonian island of Grand Terre.
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- Nouméa
  
  Nouméa
  
  Nouméa, the capital city of New Caledonia is on the ocean. Several bays extend along the city, providing magnificent beaches and points of view. Besides its natural features, Nouméa also has very attractive cultural offerings for tourists who choose to visit there.
  
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- The Islands
  
  The Islands
  
  From Ouvéa to the Isle of Pines, passing through Lifou, Tiga and Maré, the five islands bordering the Mainland, Grande Terre to the East are yet more gems to discover. From the blue hole of Hanawa at Ouvéa to the Warrior’s Leap at Wakone on Maré, via the Jokin Cliffs at Lifou or the Oro Bay on the Isle of Pines, let yourself be amazed!
  
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- West Coast
  
  West Coast
  
  The West Coast of the mainland (Grande Terre) shows off a great variety of scenery from its northern tip down to the area surrounding Nouméa. Characterised by both large spaces favouring cattle farming and a lagoon of stunning beauty, the West Coast is also host to a rich cultural heritage.
  
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- East coast
  
  East coast
  
  The central mountain range of the Mainland (Grande Terre) is a natural boundary, overlooking the very different faces of the East and West Coasts. Exposed to strong winds and therefore more humid, the eastern coast offers scenery with sumptuous flora. With a population of largely Melanesian origin, the East Coast has also retained a particularly charming flavour of authenticity.
  
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- Great South
  
  Great South
  
  The Great South, comprising the Mont-Dore and Yaté municipalities, is the most symbolic region for New Caledonia’s three main colours: blue, green and red. From the rainforest to the mining lands there are a thousand shades of green, while the ocean offers a dazzling palette of blues. But if one colour dominates the Great South, it is the specific red of its ground.
  
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French Cheese Festival

Nouméa - 12 June 2018

Gourmet indulgence!

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This colourful celebration of the French art of cheese-making has been delighting fans with a fabulous selection of fine cheeses guaranteed to make mouths water! Cheese Master Gérard Poulard and the teams at Le Sextant and Le Reef await your pleasure! Revel in wholegrain mustard brie, tiny Bouton de culotte Mini Clac goat's milk cheeses, pungent Berthaut Trou du Cru and decadent Brillat Savarin with truffles...

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+ 687 26 50 00

French Cheese Festival 2018

The feast will showcase 130 varieties of cheese, shipped over from France with tender care by Festival partner Air France. World-renowned Cheese Master Gérard Poulard, whose inspired passion was the driving power behind the event, will be on hand to guide you around his selection of exclusive cheeses created by France’s regional producers.
Of course, fine wines will be served, chosen to perfectly complement each cheese.

Le Méridien Nouméa, June 12-23

Sheraton New Caledonia Deva Spa & Golf Resort, June 28-30

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The Lychee festival

October , à Houaïlou

In Houaïlou, the lychee reigns supreme

Touques* DIY Boat Race

10/14/2018 - 09:00 , à Nouméa

A celebration of no-holds-barred ingenuity!

Ânûû-rû âboro Festival

10/12/2018 - 08:00 , à Poindimié

International Documentary Films Festival in october. The festival presents a selection of documentary films from all around the world, the Pacific area and New Caledonia.