The French settlement of New Caledonia is the perfect island destination for fishing and diving holiday, based north-west of New Zealand in the South Pacific.
If you are in to culture, shopping and dining, you will be aroused with Noumea, capital of the main island of Grand Terre. With first-class museums, the elegant dress shops of Rue de Sebastopol or the shops of Chinatown, and eateries both informal and exclusive, Noumea has been called the Paris of the Pacific. But Grand Terre is fenced by its greatest treasure, the world’s largest coral lagoon and second greatest coral reef, where marine life bursts.
South east trade winds and its position as one of the southern-most Pacific islands give New Caledonia a beautiful, temperate climate year round. These warm, sunny days offer limitless opportunites for fishing and diving jaunts. Beautiful coral and underwater canyons and caves provide the backdrop for brilliant dives and rich fishing.
Fishing holidays in New Caledonia is idyllic for the sportfishing enthusiast. From charter boats for deep sea and big game fishing; cruisers and catermarans for rod, spear and fly fishing; or small, local boats are on hand for rent. New Caledonia is known by fishermen across the world as one of the greatest and most gorgeous bonefishing locations in the world. Fisherman flock to this part of the globe desiring to break records as the fish are renowned for their strength and speed.
The small islands and atolls are also ideal for snorkeling and diving. . . Whether diving in the tranquil waters of Ile des Pins or nighttime snorkeling where special torches illuminate fluorescent coral, New Caledonia is a diving holidays paradise.
New Caledonia is the perfect location for all sportfishing and diving experiences and joys.
