Noumea is the capital of New Caledonia and it offers you various attractions. It is not only famous for breathtaking tropical landscapes and azure waters of the Pacific Ocean but also stunning architecture, rich cultural life and friendly locals.
A boat charter in Noumea is a wonderful choice for many reasons: Grand Terre, where the city is located is an exceptionally beautiful island with very diverse nature; due to an island’s convenient location you will be able to visit numerous New Caledonian islands and islets of the entire region. Yachtoo offers you several boats ready for charter in Noumea, so that you could choose the one that suits you best. Yet all of them are luxury, comfortable and well-maintained and when you pick an extra facilities, such as a cook or a skipper, your cruise will be purely relaxing adventure.
Noumea is a city with extremely interesting history, so we highly recommend you visit its museums, such as Noumea Museum or Maritime History Museum, as well as New Caledonia Museum for more general overview. The most interesting buildings in Noumea are: splendid St Joseph’s Cathedral, Le Temple and the Bernheim Library. To become familiar with the history of the locals called the Kanaks, go to the spectacular building named Tjibaou Cultural Centre situated on the suburbs. In general, the Kanaks are extremely friendly and interesting people so it is worth to meet some of them. If you are lucky, they will invite you for a dinner at their house. Moreover, you may choose a Kanak to be your guide in Grand Terre as well as nearby New Caledonian islands – no one knows more interesting stories and facts about the region.
Noumea is not only grand architecture and rich culture but also exotic parks and breathtaking landscapes. We highly recommend you visit Place des Cocotiers located in the city center. It is full of tropical trees and beautiful fountains but also it is surrounded by the most attractive streets in Noumea which bristle with amazing shops, French Bakeries and local restaurants. For a great local shopping go to Le Marché which is large and popular market. For a city stroll we also recommend you wander through the beautiful buildings in Latin Quarter.
Just outside Noumea, you can find a real nature wonder: Parc Provincial de la Rivière Bleue. This spectacular nature reserve, which is mostly consisted of tropical forest, is a perfect place for hiking or kayaking adventure. It is also a wonderful spot to become familiar with the New Caledonian flora and fauna.
However, Noumea and its region offer you spectacular beaches and azure waters as well. It is a paradise for the fans of all kinds of water sports. If you like surfing or kite surfing, go to breezy Îlot Maître; if you are keen on diving visit Amedee. Do not forget to visit astonishing Municipal Aquarium, where you can admire the rich aquatic environment of the Coral Sea.
The entire Grand Terre has very diverse landscape – it offers you many historic buildings, mountain range, blue lagoon, exotic fruit plantations, sandy beaches and scenic bays. And it is only the first New Caledonian island on your way. If you charter a yacht in Noumea, you will be able to explore not only Grand Terre but many other tropical islands surrounded by pristine waters and colorful reef.