Must-see attractions in South Pacific

  • La Foa Sculpture Garden

    Grande Terre

    The sculpture garden behind La Foa Tourisme features wonderful sculptures by artists from throughout New Caledonia. The garden is a pleasant place for a…

  • Malampa Handicrafts Centre

    Malekula

    Behind the market in Lakatoro, this small handicrafts centre and store stocks locally made baskets, hats, mats, jewellery and coconut soaps and oils. Stop…

  • Chutes de la Madeleine

    Grande Terre

    This ladylike waterfall, with its wide apron of tinkling water, sits in a botanic reserve in the middle of a vast plain. Swimming is forbidden at the…

  • Lindéralique Rocks

    Grande Terre

    The Lindéralique rocks are towering black limestone rocks that stretch to 60m in height in places and are topped by jagged, sharp edges. They are best…

  • Grotte les Joyaux de Luengoni

    Loyalty Islands

    Just west of Luengoni Beach are limestone caves both above and below ground; the underground caves have beautiful deep rock pools which shimmer emerald…

  • Centre Culturel Goa Ma Bwarhat

    Grande Terre

    This cultural centre on the eastern side of the river houses exhibitions, a museum and a sculptor’s workshop. Undergoing renovation at the time of…

  • Taka Kastom Village

    Efate

    This cultural village near Takara welcomes visitors (it's on most round-island tours). A traditional buffet meal is 700VT per person and you can see music…

  • Valeva Cave

    Efate

    Turn off the Ring Rd to fragrant Siviri village (signposted), from where you can explore Valeva Cave in a kayak (1000VT). It has chambers, tunnels and an…

  • Peng

    Loyalty Islands

    Don’t miss the blissful and secluded beach at Peng on Baie du Santal, 3.5km off the Wé–Drueulu Rd; turn off at the tribu Hapetra.

  • Tanna Coffee Factory

    Port Vila

    Watch the roaster at work and learn the story of Tanna coffee over a strong brew (350VT) at this welcoming coffee-roasting factory and cafe.

  • Ransuck Cultural Village

    Luganville

    Community members from Pentecost take you through a lush garden and show you how their beautiful mats are made. Near the airport.

  • Lakatoro Cultural Centre

    Malekula

    On Lakatoro's upper ridge this small cultural centre has some fascinating exhibits such as local carvings, photos and a library.

  • Leweton Cultural Village

    Luganville

    Listen to women making water music and see other traditions from the Banks Islands. Located near the airport; book in advance.

  • Église Ste Jeanne d’Arc

    Grande Terre

    Located near the roundabout, eye-catching Église Ste Jeanne d’Arc was constructed in 1950 out of a WWII aircraft hangar.

  • Giant Banyan

    Tanna

    Jungle trails take you past villages to a giant banyan as big as a soccer field. It’s near Lowrapik Tuan.

  • Kauri Reserve

    Vanuatu

    Guided walks from Dillons Bay include trips to the kauri reserve to see ancient 40m-high trees.

  • Waterfall Falls

    Vanuatu

    Near Waterfall Village (Vanua), this impressive waterfall has a refreshing swimming hole.

  • Luganville Market

    Luganville

    Villagers come from all over to sell their produce here. It’s near the Sarakata Bridge.

  • Feles Cave

    Efate

    Lelepa island has spectacular Feles Cave, cave drawings and fishing adventures.

  • Marine Reserve

    Vanuatu

    There's a marine reserve in the bay near Nambwarangiut village.

  • Sakao Beach

    Malekula

    This beach is on the southern side of Sakao Island.

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