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Commune of New Caledonia
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Bourail is a small town in New Caledonia on the island of Grande Terre.
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Located in the heart of the village. Completed in 1878, the church was then owned by the prison administration. It has often been damaged by the hurricanes
You will discover the history of the town Bourail and New Caledonia; Petroglyphs, Kanak through agricultural establishment criminal law, the sash, the Arabic presence in New Zealand or the agricultural shows. Guided tour of the built heritage of the town on booking two tours; either of the historical buildings or the position of the sea and the lighthouse Gouaro.
Scuba diving outfit run by Olivier Jullien; first diving accessible to all: 6000 CFP; Form Exploration (2 dives for certified divers): 12000 CFP, Training Level 1: 28 000 CFP. Go to the nautical base of La Roche 07:30, return around 13:00. Materials included. Children from 12 years.
Out Eco-discovery: (minimum 4 persons) with guided tour boating discovery part of the lagoon of the West Coast Area World Heritage Site. Check 08:00 - back at 12:00. Two options with or without meals (meals back to surf camp). This eco-tour takes you from the mangroves of the river Nera, with discovery of false passes of large reef (diving fins, mask, snorkel) through the green island, the beach of Roche breakthrough, the man, the Bay turtles and the rocky coast. Places loaded with myths and legends that Manu will tell you with pleasure. Immersion in the natural environment with a very high dose nature with educational awareness on the protection of sea turtles. Also offers surfing and lessons, bodyboard, taxi boat, Taxi surfing and fishing trips.
School kitesurfing labeled FFVL. Lessons, workshops and kite rentals on the most beautiful lagoon from the mainland, lake shallow (1m) ideal for learning. Certified instructor since 2004. Max 3 students per class.
Rent a kayak (1100 CFP/hr single, 2000 CFCFPr double), windsurfing (2200 CFP/hr), fun board (2500 CFP/hr), Catamaran Hobie Cat 14 (3800 CFP/hr), PPW (5000 CFP half-hour).
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Give yourself 30 minutes flying Bourail exceptional para-engine two-seater, 5000 CFP baptism. Flights to map depending on what you want to discover. Leaving Poe morning at sunrise, depending on climatic conditions. Overview of Poe, lagoon, La Roche, Delta Nera of Nessadiou.
Flying school plane and ULM. Aerial rides, a 2-seater plane and another 3-4 seats. Call for prices of flights.
Horse riding by the hour (minimum 2 pax), day (minimum 4 people) or weekend (minimum 8 people). Maximum 14 people. Children from 10 years with experience. Scenic walks in forests and mountains, magnificent views over the lagoon overnight in guesthouse located in the mountain. Meals provided. Call for rates.
Rusa deer hunting; 5000 CFP for the hunting guide per day, 20 000 CFP without a trophy deer, 45 000 CFP deer with trophy (July–September). Visit the breeding station (1000 CFP), night visit with observation of deer (1000 CFP) hiking and stunning views on the delta of the Nera (500 CFP), Activity skeet shooting (2500 CFP 25 shots), Rent a canoe (500 CFP/hr)
Classes in weaving, 2000 CFP during the two hours per person, 1 to 6 people, materials provided, weaving coconut leaf or pandanus. The Saturday morning in the market Bourail. Weaving workshop closed on Saturday and Sunday. Exhibition and sale of baskets in The Information centre (Point I) of Bourail.
40-min, 2-km loop, quick tour through an ecosystem that is very special dry forest (natural site), family relaxing walk, great variety of endemic plants, labeling botany, exploring the mangrove and dense shade. Mosquitoes during the hot season!
Starting at the beginning of the beach of Roche Percee, 2h30 walking, 4.2-km round-trip trail to vegetation and unique landscapes, which starts at the Bay of Roche Percee, soars Belvedere, across the bay of turtles famous for its beautiful pine columnar and gives access to the bay of love. Course slippery in wet weather. Provide closed shoes.
Has for the last four years been the nesting site for turtles big head. There was the 2009-2010 season, more than 250 nests, a fifty turtles came to lay. The site is the second biggest in the Pacific. Eco-guards Bwari are volunteers who work morning and evening throughout the period of laying and hatching, which is from November to April. They identify, count, write scientific observations and protect turtle nests through the introduction of cages. To participate in this round of awareness and turtle wat, a financial contribution will be required. You can also buy a t-shirt.
Nathalie Ruffian, snack in front of the mutual officials Poe. Kayaks on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 09:30AM-14:30 and weekends, school holidays and public holidays from 08:00 to 17:30.
Eugene and Gabriel Hernu, after the bridge over the Nera. Caledonian and French cuisine, room 80. Terrace (capacity 30 people) with river views. 60 specialties of seafood and meats. Great variety of local dishes: home-made sausages, skewers of shrimp, crab with garlic and parsley, small saucepan sea coconut curry pork, tripe à la mode Bourail, cassoulet. house hotel, swimming pool, various activities.
Teresa, Guy and Sylvie Stangalino La Roche Percee, el.kantara @ lagoon.nc. Caledonian and French cuisine, service on the terrace and lunch room in the evening, menu: salads, beef, shrimp, chocolate mousse and caramel cream house. Open for breakfast and dinner, closed Sunday. Breakfast from 06:00. Bar. Pool.Hotel.
Opposite the market Bourail. Breakfast from 8:30AM, lunch: daily menu card, the evening card, oysters and seafood platter all year, beef, nice variety of salads, assorted desserts varied. Closed Sunday evening.
The village, Specialties of all types, main course, dessert and snack variety, open for lunch. Wifi.
Camping Poe. Breakfast, lunchtime and evening meals daily, on-site or off the ice, tea, coffee, children's menu.
Opposite the mutual officials Poe. Steak fries, panini, smoothies, main course, croque-monsieur, salads, quiche, sausage and chips. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
In the village center on the site Blidy, paninis, burgers, hot dogs, chips, kebab.
La Roche Percée, waffles, pancakes, sweet and savory, milkshake, ice cream, coffee, beverages, open from Wednesday to Sunday from 08:00 to 18:00 in summer and from 08:30 to 17:00 during the winter. During school holidays, closed Tuesday.
The village, next to City Hall, tél : +687 81 75 85, Pizza, burgers, hot dogs, pasta, salads, sandwiches, on or off the premises. Open Monday to Saturday from 10:30-13:30 for snacks and from 16:30 to 21:00 for pizza.
René Ménéoumé, Every 1st Sunday of each month from 08:00-12:00, fruit and vegetables in season, jams, coffee, honey, syrups, cakes, meals, tour of the cave Oua Oué.
Association of Women Table Unio, 3rd Saturday of every month from 08:00-16:00, agricultural region, food, workshop weaving, traditional cooking workshop (preparation of Mwata example), 2 guided hikes held that day, 500 CFP for participation by people for workshops and tours. Local produce farmers network Welcome to the Farm
Karine and Augustus Barretteau, Nessadiou, farm sales, delivery possible, venison sausage, smoked sausage, fresh sausage, merguez, chipolata, smoked deer ham, egg, Pickled. Poteaux de gaïac sculptés. Posts guaiac carved.
Mylène Aifa, Boghen, Field of organic yams, selling products from August to December, picnic area beside the river.
Paulette Guillaume, Nandaï, jams, syrups, fruit jellies, honey, cakes and quiches. Thursday to the city center, to Wednesday passion Cove vata, the market Farino and Agricultural Fairs.
Three wooden cottages which can accommodate 6, 8 and 12 persons each. 8 000 CFP for 2 persons, 3 000 CFP per additional adult, child - 12 years: 1 000 CFP, free for - 3 years. Air conditioned. Fitted kitchen area. A cot in every chalet. Beach in 200 m. Cooked meats (brochette, chipolata).
Two wooden cottages for 4 maxi persons with toilets (washbasin, WC and shower), a double bed and two single beds. Basic rate for 4 persons 8 400 CFP the overnight stay. 2 guest houses with double bed and a room with 5 beds : 2 100 CFP the overnight stay per person. Meal: complete menu: 2 100 CFP, breakfast :800 CFP. Special meals and seafoods. Contact Isabelle to have the detail of rates.
Call up at least 2 days before. Area of campsite around the Common house. Toilet block, faré. In the week, dinner, campsite, breakfast: 4 000 CFP per person. The weekend, from Friday 16:00 till Sunday 11:00, the meals and breakfasts, campsite: 7 000 CFP per person. Half-price for the children under 12 years. Trek on the lands of the tribe with guide, 500 CFP by pers.
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Culture & historyThe Kanaks were the original inhabitants of New Caledonia, and the proud indigenous people of New Caledonia making about 44% of all New Caledonians.
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Travel tipsDriving is often the best way to get around New Caledonia, especially where buses don't operate.
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Nature & adventureThe Australasian ecoregion consists of Australia, New Zealand, New Guinea, Melanesia, and the eastern parts of Indonesia. The outer islands of Oceania make up a different region.
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Culture & historyFortified locations, military constructions, or buildings, have been built from antiquity all the way to the present. At many archaeological sites and in some old towns they are the dominant structures.
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