Travel in the Loyalty Islands is the main logistical constraint of the trip — there is no traditional car rental on the islands (or very limited), and public transport is almost non-existent.
Main options: Car rental via lodges or hotels: on Lifou and Ouvéa, some hotels and operators offer car rental (€50-90/day). Taxis: present in Wé (Lifou), Tadine (Maré) and Fayaoué (Ouvéa) — expensive (€20-50/trip). Tribal shuttles: lodges often organise airport transfers and island excursions. Bicycle (€15-25/day) — pleasant on Ouvéa (flat island). Scooter (€30-50/day) — interesting option on Lifou and Ouvéa.
Inter-Loyalty Air Calédonie flights allow combining islands: Lifou-Ouvéa (20 min, €80-120/person), Lifou-Maré (20 min, €70-100/person).
The Betico 2 ferry serves the Loyalty Islands several times a week.
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- Lifou (Drehu) — The main Loyalty island: Jokin cliffs, Luengoni beach, drehu immersion.
- Maré (Nengone) — The most preserved island: Pont d'Yedjié, Tadine natural aquarium, Penelo tribe.
- Ouvéa (Iaai) — The most iconic island: Mouli beach (25 km), UNESCO lagoon, recent history.
- New Caledonia — Complete territory guide: formalities, budget, best time.