New Caledonia Tribal Experience
8 days / 7 nights
Visit the Kanak Tribes of New Caledonia
This challenging trek through the mountainous region of north New Caledonia is full of extra special experiences for the Girl Trekker looking for a unique and authentic journey. We follow the GR NORD trekking trail from north to south, visiting with local tribes for our nightly accommodation. The indigenous tribes of north New Caledonia (Kanaks) welcome guests walking the trail to their traditional huts with warm hospitality and colour. Be amazed as you trek through interesting natural features including limestone caves, forests teeming with birdlife, and savannah lands. We celebrate at the end of our trip with a couple of days in Noumea to soak up french Polynesian culture and swim in the beautiful ocean! The perfect balance between a good physical challenge and down time. What more could a girl want?
Day 1: Noumea
Arrive and meet the local guide, overnight stay at hotel
Day 2: GR Nord 1st Leg
16.8km trek, see historic Limestone formations, overnight stay and dinner at local tribe, breakfast and lunch
Day 3: GR Nord 2nd Leg
16.8km trek, water crossings, overnight stay and dinner at local tribe, breakfast and lunch
Day 4: GR Nord 3rd Leg
19.3km trek, water crossings and mixed trekking trails, overnight stay and dinner at local tribe, breakfast and lunch
Day 5: GR Nord 4th Leg
20.6km trekking through coffee and banana plantations, transfer to lodge for overnight stay and French inspired dinner
Day 6: Bourail / Noumea
After breakfast, transfer to Noumea for a free day exploring
Day 7: Noumea
Another free day – suggestions will be made to help make the most out of your day, celebration dinner
Day 8: Noumea
Depart for home, breakfast
- Ex Noumea
- 8 days trekking and experiences fully hosted with GirlsTrek
- Local wilderness guide
- Average of 7 hours per trekking day on the GR Nord track
- Trek and stay in authentic tribal villages
- Free day exploring Noumea
- Hotels and lodges
- All accommodation twin share basis
- All meals as per itinerary
- Private transfers
- Champagne celebration
- Small group size travel to a maximum of 8
- Currency fluctuation absorbed
- GirlsTrek Gift
- Trip specific packing list with expert advice and great discounts
- Information get together to detail the trip and answer any of your questions
- Private group chat for messages and photos
- At home training programme to prepare you for your trek
- Contribution to B1G1 – Business for Good to impact women’s and their families lives
Grading:
Level 4 – CHALLENGING
Steep ups and down. Most challenging day has 980 metres of climbing. Basic sleeping condition at the tribal villages.
- Return flights
- Travel insurance, which is compulsory
- Beverages, optional and personal expenses
- Tips
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