| Sea | |
 | |
| State | France |
|---|---|
| Region | New Caledonia |
| Surface | 641.7 km² |
| Inhabitants | 5 417 (2009) |
Sea is one of the Loyalty Islands.
To know
Maré, an island of coral origin surrounded by a lagoon, gathers a fair amount of tourists thanks to the beauty of its landscapes but also to the friendliness of its inhabitants who are always ready to welcome tourists with a smile.
Geographical notes
The maximum altitude is 138 m a.s.l.
Territories and tourist destinations
Maré: full screen map.Urban centers
- La Roche - Lying on the bay of l'Allier on the north coast, La Roche is the closest town to the airport.
- Tadine - Administrative capital, Tadine is the port on the west coast where ferries from Nouméa. Many hotels are concentrated a few kilometers south of Tadine on the beach of Yedjélé, in the bay of Wabao.
How to get
By plane
Air Calédonie flies from Magenta airport to Nouméa by sea
Twice a week a catamaran service connects the capital Noumèa with Maré. Tickets can be purchased at the Gare Maritime des Îles on avenue James Cook in Nouméa.
For a lower price, you can get on a Compagnie Maritime des Îles cargo ship.
How to get around
What see
Events and parties
What to do
Shopping
How to have fun
Where to eat
Where stay
High prices
- Nengone Village (Gengeïté beach), ☎ 687 454500. Among the best hotels in Maré but also one of the most expensive.
