Isle of Pines
This truly is the closest island to paradise

The southernmost of the Caledonian islands is situated almost on the Tropic of Capricorn with a latitude of 22° south. This geographical situation affords the island a very mild climate.

James Cook set down his anchor on its coasts in 1774. It was the English admiral who gave the island its name, due to its abundant New Caledonia pines with their characteristic slender silhouettes.

Kuto, Oro, Upi, Kanumera: exceptional bays

Accessible by boat or plane (and what a flight over the southern lagoon – a must!), the island has long been one of New Caledonia’s most touristic locations, without losing anything of its soul or authenticity!

The center of the island is occupied by a slightly raised plateau whose highest point is N’ga Peak (262 m), which offers breathtaking views, but l'Île des Pins owes its fame to its bays above all else.

The latter boast large beaches of incredibly pure white sand, like Kuto bay, as well as extraordinarily clear turquoise water in which you can admire the remarkable marine flora and fauna, in neighbouring Kanumera bay, for example.

The natural swimming pool of Oro bay: a legendary place

A stone’s throw from Oro bay is one of the island’s legendary locations: the natural sea water swimming pool. Separated from the bay by a simple barrier of rocks, this “swimming pool” is a gem of natural extravagance much loved by snorkeling fans. Nearby and allowing you to reach Oro bay, we recommend you take a walk along the slender river of sand at low-tide. Quite simply beautiful…

The southernmost of the Caledonian islands is situated almost on the Tropic of Capricorn with a latitude of 22° south. This geographical situation affords the island a very mild climate.

James Cook set down his anchor on its coasts in 1774. It was the English admiral who gave the island its name, due to its abundant New Caledonia pines with their characteristic slender silhouettes.

Kuto, Oro, Upi, Kanumera: exceptional bays

Accessible by boat or plane (and what a flight over the southern lagoon – a must!), the island has long been one of New Caledonia’s most touristic locations, without losing anything of its soul or authenticity!

The center of the island is occupied by a slightly raised plateau whose highest point is N’ga Peak (262 m), which offers breathtaking views, but l'Île des Pins owes its fame to its bays above all else.

The latter boast large beaches of incredibly pure white sand, like Kuto bay, as well as extraordinarily clear turquoise water in which you can admire the remarkable marine flora and fauna, in neighbouring Kanumera bay, for example.

The natural swimming pool of Oro bay: a legendary place

A stone’s throw from Oro bay is one of the island’s legendary locations: the natural sea water swimming pool. Separated from the bay by a simple barrier of rocks, this “swimming pool” is a gem of natural extravagance much loved by snorkeling fans. Nearby and allowing you to reach Oro bay, we recommend you take a walk along the slender river of sand at low-tide. Quite simply beautiful…