About Lifou Island

Lifou is the most populous of the six Loyalty Islands in the South Pacific, approximately one hundred kilometres east of New Caledonia. The island’s coastline is characterised by secluded beaches, vast caves and crystal clear water which is home to an array of colourful fish and coral reef. The locals are friendly and enjoy welcoming visitors too, making Lifou the perfect tropical island getaway. It is a place for pure relaxation, but the island really comes alive during its vibrant celebrations, most notably the Fern Festival in spring, the Sandalwood and Honey Festival in summer and the Vanilla Festival in autumn. Lifou’s port can be found in the main settlement of Wé on the east coast. From there, you can sail to the neighbouring Maré Island and New Caledonia with a few sailings available each week, so it’s a useful departure point for exploring some of the South Pacific’s most beautiful destinations.

About Mare Island

Mare is the second largest of the Loyalty Islands in the New Caledonia, a French Overseas Territory in the Coral Sea. With a coastline characterised by secluded beaches, vast caves and refreshing rock pools, Mare has picturesque backdrops around every corner. The island also offers superb snorkelling sites, with the waters teeming with various tropical fish. Yejele Beach on the southwest coast has an enclosed lagoon with brilliantly coloured coral lying beneath the turquoise water, and on shore you can watch relax whilst watching the gorgeous sunset. Mare Island’s main port can be found on the west coast in Tadine, where you can sail to various locations in the New Caledonia archipelago including Grand Terre and Lifou.