Travelers will finish a cruise to Isle of Pines, New Caledonia feeling like they’ve just stumbled upon a secret part of the world. Rich in beauty and adventure, Isles of Pines makes for a low-key destination thanks its separateness from New Caledonia’s main island.
Isle of Pines is a small island located just a 30-minute ferry ride from that main island, though it feels worlds away due to thick greenery largely made up of pine trees, which provides a starkly rugged contrast to the blues of the sea. Isle of Pines also boasts an impressive underwater world as it’s surrounded by coral reefs. It is nicknamed “the closest island to paradise” and also has a UNESCO World Heritage designation that helps to prevent it from being overdeveloped. On shore, beaches abound and the island’s history as a penal colony means there are also some eerily interesting ruins to explore.
While in Isle of Pines, cruise passengers can visit city sights, historic ruins, or incredible natural scenery. Whatever you choose, you’re sure to have a memorable day exploring this special island in the South Pacific. Because of this, it’s often a favorite port of cruisers when included on itineraries leaving from Australia or New Zealand.
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