Activities in the Loyalty Islands are organised by island, and each island has its signature.
On Lifou (3-4 days): Jokin cliffs, Luengoni beach, Peng beach, Pene Hila (spectacular blowhole), Mucaweng vanilla (plantation visit), Wé village (administrative centre, Kanak market), Wadrilla caves (cultural visit with guide). Accommodation: tribal lodge in Easo, Hnaeu, or Drehu Village Hôtel/Oasis de Kiamu for comfort.
On Maré (3-4 days): Pont d'Yedjié, Tadine Natural Aquarium, Cengeite beach, Cap Wabao beach (black volcanic sand), Pethoen caves, Penelo tribe. Accommodation: tribal lodge or Hôtel Nengone Village.
On Ouvéa (3-4 days): Mouli beach (25 km), Mouli bridge (iconic panorama), Hanawa Blue Hole (natural cenote), Beautemps-Beaupré islets (boat excursion, snorkelling), Watétö memorial at Gossanah. Accommodation: Paradis d'Ouvéa or Hôtel Beaupré, tribal lodges in Fayaoué, Mouli, Gossanah.
Common activities: bottle diving (preserved reefs, 30 m visibility), snorkelling, traditional fishing with Kanak boatman, tribal immersion (daily life, traditional gardens, bougna cooking).
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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.