Lunch in a restaurant in NoumeaLunch in a restaurant in Noumea
©Lunch in a restaurant in Noumea|Oneye Production

Gastronomy

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During your New Caledonia adventure, prepare to be enchanted by the culinary wonders that await. Delight in innovative cuisine that beautifully marries tradition with modernity. New Caledonia, a land of abundant, tantalising flavours, welcomes you to indulge in a culinary experience like no other. Our gastronomy knows no boundaries—it seamlessly weaves together the diverse culinary traditions of the archipelago, resulting in dishes that offer a tantalising twist of originality, all crafted from the freshest of ingredients.

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In recent years, our archipelago has proudly forged its culinary identity by infusing a tantalising blend of spices and tropical tastes, all with a touch of French gastronomy. The finest of our dishes can be savoured in elegant restaurants or...
Bulimes in a restaurant on the Isle of PinesBulimes in a restaurant on the Isle of Pines
©Bulimes in a restaurant on the Isle of Pines|Sicilia
Local cuisine
Traditional Bougna in a tribe of PoindimiéBougna, a traditional Kanak dish
©Bougna, a traditional Kanak dish|Oneye Production
Where to eat Bougna?
Creek Bar of the Sheraton Hotel in BourailCreek Bar of the Sheraton Hotel in Bourail
©Creek Bar of the Sheraton Hotel in Bourail|Ayaka Oi
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Traditional Kanak dancersTraditional Kanak dancers
©Traditional Kanak dancers|Terres de Lumière
Authentic cultures
Le Méridien Île des Pins swimming poolLe Méridien Île des Pins swimming pool
©Le Méridien Île des Pins swimming pool|@ayance__ / NCT
Relaxation and well-being
Parc des Grandes Fougères, FarinoParc des Grandes Fougères, Farino
©Parc des Grandes Fougères, Farino|NCT
Sustainable tourism
Cruise ship in New CaledoniaCruise ship in New Caledonia
©Cruise ship in New Caledonia|M. Dosdane
Cruise
Birdwatching at the Parc des Grandes FougèresBirdwatching at the Parc des Grandes Fougères
©Birdwatching at the Parc des Grandes Fougères|NCT
Preserved nature
Snorkeling with a lagoon turtleSnorkeling with a lagoon turtle
©Snorkeling with a lagoon turtle|Dean Cropp - Access All Angles
Heavenly lagoon
Sea trip at the foot of the cliffs of LifouSea trip at the foot of the cliffs of Lifou
©Sea trip at the foot of the cliffs of Lifou|EyeFly
Family
Married couple at Château RoyalMarried couple at Château Royal
©Married couple at Château Royal|Bruno Moure
Romance
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