Ouvéa
Island
Northern Pleiades
The Atoll of Ouvéa is closed to the west by a string of uninhabited islets and sandbanks that stretch like comet tails clinging to the ends of the main island, these are known as the Northern and Southern Pleiades, and they are separated by the Anemata Pass.
In geological times, the atoll of Ouvéa gradually collapsed in the west, giving rise to the islands of the Pleiades. Those of the North can be explored from Saint-Joseph. These maritime outings in a dream setting are encounters blessed by the gods with the graceful presence of Manta rays and schools of teasing dolphins, and a lunch break on one of the islands, some of which have been given the Polynesian name of Motus (Motu Niu, Motu Awa...) Further north, the Beautemps-Beaupré Atoll is a triangular ocean bank of 120 km2, accessible only with permission from the customary authorities, it is the refuge of an extraordinarily preserved fauna. The island bears the name of the father of modern hydrography, Charles de Beautemps-Beaupré (1766-1854), who was chosen in 1791 by Admiral d'Entrecasteaux to go in search of the lost frigates of the French explorer La Pérouse.
DESCRIPTION
- Services :
- Guided tours
Spoken languages
- French
CONTACTS
- Wetewea Kaiwhate
- Gossanah
BP 332 - 98814 Ouvéa - +687 95 47 99
- +687 83 32 41
- kaiwhatrewtwa@yahoo.com
See also
Magnificent cliffs overlooking the lagoon and located north of the island in the Jokin tribal village.
Cape Wabao dominates the southwest of the island with its coral terraces bristling with columnar pines, overlooking small rocky coves with transparent waters that are rich in a wide variety of fish, ideal for snorkelling.
Emerald green water holes are hidden in the middle of a lush forest.
At Wedrumel you can discover the largest underground cave in Lifou.
Fayawa Islet is located south of Ouvéa Island, between Mouli Island and Lékiny Cliffs.
Northeast of Lifou, the Devil's Cave is a mysterious place full of legends.
The Atoll of Ouvéa is closed to the west by a string of uninhabited islets and sandbanks that stretch like comet tails clinging to the ends of the main island, the Northern and Southern Pleiades, separated by the Anemata Pass.
Hidden under the cover of trees near the Takedji tribal village this water hole serves as a refuge for a large number of turtles
Lékiny Bay, a beautiful, well-sheltered body of water with unique colours, is a customary fishing reserve for the people of the Fayawa tribal village, a small island located in the bay.
7 km from La Roche, legend has it that a warrior, cornered by his enemies, crossed with a single leap this seven-metre-wide ravine in the cliffs overlooking Allier Bay.
Nestled in the heart of the forest that covers the south of the island, you can discover Anubet cave.
Wedged between the beach and the road, the Blue Hole of Hanawa is a seawater hole 30 metres in diameter, and of unknown depth.
Near Luengöni Beach, a network of galleries leads to an underground pool with cool and clear refreshing water.
Sandalwood Bay stretches for nearly 50 km, from Cap Mandé in the south to Cap Aimé Martin in the north.
This natural basin with its crystal-clear waters, fed by the passage of the sea under the coral, serves as a refuge for turtles and fish.
Hidden in the forest about fifty metres from the main road, Pethoen Cave is home to a variety of magnificent stalactites.
The small bay of Shabadran, protected by a collection of cliffs and columnar pines is one of the most beautiful sites in New Caledonia, it is accessible via an excursion that is as unforgettable as it is demanding!
Just south of Lifou, the cliffs of Xodre are a wild and mineral place, from where you can see Tiga island and even Maré island in good weather.
The bridge of Mouli spans the inlet that separates the main island of Ouvéa from the island of Mouli, and where a photo break is essential!
A site by the sea where waves and swells have formed potholes in the coral formations.
The majestic cliffs at Lékiny stretch for nearly 3 kilometres and are about twenty metres high at their highest point.
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