2025 L'Ile-des-Pins Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

Tired of the crowded and monotonous islands? Why not turn your attention to the paradise near Australia - New Caledonia. Fly directly from Sydney to the capital Noumea, and you can arrive in less than 3 hours, easily getting rid of the fatigue of long-distance flights and starting a unique holiday journey. A country where French and South Pacific styles intertwine Stepping into New Caledonia, a sense of comfort and ease comes over you. As a French island country, it is filled with a strong French romance and leisure, while retaining the original style of the South Pacific. Walking on the island, everyone you meet exudes a sense of "relaxation", making you slow down and enjoy the leisure. Explore Noumea: The charm of the capital A two-day stay in Noumea is enough to let you appreciate the unique charm of this city. Strolling through the streets, European-style buildings and South Pacific style blend with each other, and the cafes on the streets are filled with the rich aroma of coffee. You can sit down, order a cup of coffee, and feel the French laziness. There are also many specialty shops here, selling local handicrafts, adding a special souvenir to your trip. Secluded Pine Island: Top private vacation experience From Noumea, you can reach the treasure land of New Caledonia - Pine Island. This small island is not simple. It was once the filming location of the Korean version of "Boys Over Flowers" and has a romantic halo. There is only one Le Meridien hotel on the island, and the number of guests is limited, creating a perfect private and quiet holiday atmosphere. Le Meridien cleverly integrates its own style with the characteristics of the island and offers a variety of leisure activities. Put on your diving gear, dive into the clear water, watch the colorful corals up close, and dance with the lively sea fish. On the way to and from the island, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Coral Sea Lagoon without any obstruction. The different shades of blue will definitely make you intoxicated. The taste of New Caledonia In New Caledonia, your taste buds can also embark on a global journey. There are many restaurants offering authentic French cuisine, from exquisite appetizers to rich main courses, to sweet desserts, each bite exudes French elegance. Due to the large number of Japanese tourists, Japanese restaurants can also be found everywhere, with fresh sashimi and delicious sushi to meet different tastes. Here, you don't have to worry about encountering a "wilderness survival" style of eating, just enjoy the pleasure of food. Travel planning and visa tips It is recommended to spend two days exploring the main island of the capital Noumea, and then reserve three days to immerse yourself in the tranquility of Pine Island. If you hold an Australian passport, you can enjoy visa-free convenience; if you hold a Chinese passport, you need to prepare an EU (French) visa or a French overseas island visa in advance. Tired of the monotonous island tours, come to New Caledonia. Here you can find French romance, South Pacific style, private and quiet holiday experience, and rich food, making it an excellent choice for your next holiday. Pack your bags, head to this dreamland, and start a unique island holiday!

Le Mridien in New Caledonias Pine Island, like a hidden world in the coastal jungle, is a paradise for leisure and recreation. Especially the beach of the hotel, the scenery is so beautiful that people want to stay at the hotel, nowhere to go. The hotel also has a lot of wood carvings with local characteristics, which adds a little mystery to the hotel.

One of my favorite places in Matsushima is the perfect blend of the white bay, the crystal clear lagoon and the ancient Kanak tradition. One day, the guide girl took us deep into the jungle and visited a family of Carnac tribes. The tribes can visit Kanak's thatched cottages to learn about their lifestyle with ancient traces. We accept the small gifts we brought from the country, and the host entertained us with the traditional Kanak cuisine Bougna. Bougna piled the chopped taro, cassava, potatoes, pumpkin, papaya and chicken in order on the banana leaves, and tied them with coconut milk. The way of cooking is also very ancient, and this whole package of food is buried under the red stone. The good Bougna side table, it may seem a bit dark, but after taking a bite, I found it to be much better than expected. Especially the cassava and taro inside, soft and delicious, with coconut, and with baguette, I finished the two dishes Bougna in minutes...

Songdo Blue, a fascinating enchanting charm, will only be remembered if you look at it, and other beauty in the world will be dwarfed. However, the "Songdo" that I am talking about is not the surname of a girl in the neon country, but a distant and unfamiliar place name. Captain Cook, who is famous in the history of navigation, is the first European to land on the east coast of Australia and the Hawaiian Islands. He traveled across the Pacific Ocean for many times in the Pacific Ocean in the past 12 years. Known areas. In 1774, Captain Cook not only discovered the main island of New Caledonia, but also noticed the existence of Ile des Pins while passing the road. Songdo is a jewel in the New Caledonia, with white sand beaches, steep overhangs overlooking the Pacific Ocean, lush Araucaria forests, caves with caves and unreal lagoon. This Eden-like holiday paradise is not big. The distance between the east-west direction and the north-south direction is more than 10 kilometers. The car is almost ten minutes away, and it is another bay or attraction. If you have time, ride the bicycle and feel the wind. Definitely better.

Although I have seen the ubiquitous woodcut totem on the main island of New Caledonia, I saw such an interesting picture in Saint Maurice Bay in Songdo: a tribal woodcut totem with a large circle and one person. Surrounded by a statue of Jesus who stands on a high platform overlooking all beings. Into the look carefully, woodcut totems are mostly carved face patterns, lines are succinct and full of imagination, and can not find even the same pattern. The Kanaks on the island told me that it was built in 1948, the 100th anniversary of the Catholic Church's incoming island. The earliest missionaries who came to Songdo in the same year landed in the bay behind the image of Jesus. When I visited the tribe on Songdo, I saw the image of Jesus in the most prominent position in their home. The Kanaks in the tribe also prayed gratefully before the meal. Catholicism They have been integrated into their lives more than a hundred years ago. As for why the totems are used to surround the image of Jesus, I think this is probably a sign of defending the Catholics that were later converted with their primitive and simple ancient beliefs.

The first stop after landing in Songdo is to visit the Hortense Queen Cave, where the islanders are happy to share the Karnak myths and legends that have been passed down through the cave. Compared to the childhood legend of the tribe queen in the cave, I prefer the lush vegetation here. The snail in the French cuisine is a traditional dish, but when the French first entered New Caledonia, they were surprised to find that the locals had a longer history of eating snails than they did. When we visited the herb garden on the island, we saw this huge snail. To be precise, there are two large snails, and the patterns on the snail shell are subtly different, one of which is toxic and inedible.

New Caledonia was discovered by Captain Cook. He also found Ile des Pins while crossing the road. Although he did not have time to land on the island, he used pine trees all over the island (actually columnar Araucaria) named this island. I am somewhat sorry for him. After all, Songdo, which has the most beautiful scenery of the Garden of Eden, is definitely a treasure in the New Caledonia. The richness of Matsushima's beauty, at least two full days to stay less regret. The Le Mridien Songdo, the calm and soothing Oro Bay is unique to the hotel. The pristine white sand beach stretches along the warm blue waters, and there is a Bungalow in the lush jungle on the shore. and very importantly, the most natural red-hot spot on the postcards of New Caledonia, the "natural pool", is next to the Le Mridien Songdo, and the swimsuits are changed in the hotel locker room. It took less than 10 minutes to walk. Half a football-sized natural pool surrounded by rocks and Araucaria that looks like a mascara brush. The clear waters show jewel-like psychedelic tones in the sun. Because the water level is not deep, and the water waves are calm, it is especially suitable for swimming or snorkeling. It is also an excellent background for concave modeling. Waiting tired to return to the hotel, eat a French meal at the restaurant, in addition to fine wine, and the charming night and cool breeze of Oro Bay.