Noumea Kuto Bay ferry

Noumea Guide

Noumea Ferry Port

Lying on the southwest coast of the French principality of New Caledonia, Noumea Port is on the southern peninsula. There are seven ferry routes departing the port to Tadine, We and Kuto Bay supplied by Betico ferry company.

What is there to do in Noumea?

Like most major cities located near the sea, Noumea offers beautiful views as well as all the fun and excitement expected from every capital. Top of the itinerary for most tourists is the Amedee Lighthouse Island; tour guides offer a day out that’s ideal in sunny conditions and provides a delicious lunch buffet. Continuing the nautical theme, the Aquarium des Lagons Nouvelle Caledonie is highly regarded as the perfect way to while away an afternoon with the family. Away from the water, Noumea is famous for the array of bars, shops and restaurants littered around the city centre. Streets are lined with laid back bars adjacent to upmarket yet affordable restaurants laying on the street corner – Noumea is a city that, quite simply, has everything. After indulging in delicious local cuisine and perusing the shops for authentic clothing, the Tjibaou Cultural Centre offers a fascinating insight into the unique history and tradition associated with the island.

How do visitors get around Noumea?

The best way to get around Noumea is the ‘Le Petit Train) which is a little train that carries residents around the city. A bus service is in operation, with a service specifically designed to drop off passengers at the major landmarks of the city.

Kuto Bay Guide

Kuto Bay Ferry Port

Famous for its luxurious beaches and stunning landscapes, Kuto Bay is understandably a popular destination among tourists. The port of Kuto Bay is found on the south west coast of the Isle of Pines, which lays around 50 km away from New Caledonia. The biggest attraction for Kuto Bay, other than the sunny beaches, is the close proximity of the main sights of the islands. To embrace New Caledonian culture, there are several local shops selling souvenirs and traditional food. Other than shopping and sunbathing, snorkelling is the main activity of the island, with many tourists flocking to Kuto Bay just to experience the crystal waters and stunning coral. It is best advised to wear the appropriate attire; the water is deceptively shallow so the sharp coral is much closer than what it may seem when underwater. The snorkelling experiences are so highly regarded because of the secluded area of Kuto Bay – there will be no overbearing cruise ships passing to interrupt the tranquil environment. The only ships that will pass into the dock are from Noumea and the route will generally last around two and a half hours. The crossings are only twice a week so the port is one of the quietest and discreet in current use.