Oceania
New Caledonia
The largest lagoon in the world, Kanak culture and red earth. Say bonjour, and enjoy!
Caution: some areas are unsafe
Parts of this country are unsafe or advised against. Check your government's official travel advice before you go and during your trip.
Tensions remain after the 2024 riots: check the local situation before you go.
Official advice for my nationality- Local time
- 00:19
- Currency
- XPF
- Calling code
- +687
- Capital
- Nouméa
- Languages spoken
- French
Eco-friendly travel
- Bring a refillable bottle.
- Never touch coral or stand on reefs, and use reef-safe sunscreen. The lagoon is a UNESCO site.
- Keep your distance from turtles, dugongs and whales.
- Never take shells or coral.
- Stay on marked trails in national parks and mountains.
The Zzz blog
Coming soon: the mosquito is on it!
