24 ESCAPE TO CASY ISLET (MONT-DORE) Just a 15-minute boat ride from Prony Bay, Casy Islet is a secluded tropical escape where white sand beaches meet the striking red landscapes of the Great South. Don’t miss the short walk to the lookout overlooking the lagoon and Grande Terre. SOAK IN PRONY’S NATURAL HOT SPRINGS (MONT-DORE) Accessible by boat tour or on foot, the natural hot springs of Prony feature bathing pools where you can relax in warm mineral-rich waters beside the Kaoris River, surrounded by the tranquillity of the Great South. SPOT HUMPBACK WHALES From July to September, humpback whales migrate from Antarctica to New Caledonia’s warm lagoon to breed and give birth. Watch them on guided boat tours from Nouméa and the Great South, or from shore at prime lookouts such as Cap N’Dua. DISCOVER MADELEINE FALLS (YATÉ) Easily accessible from the roadside, Madeleine Falls cascade dramatically through the colourful mining scrub of the Great South. A short walking trail leads to this iconic natural landmark, surrounded by one of New Caledonia’s most distinctive landscapes. FOLLOW THE COAST TO WADIANA WATERFALL (YATÉ) From Waho Market in Yaté, the coastal road winds past traditional tribes and the remains of the historic Japanese Mine before reaching Wadiana Waterfall, where crystal-clear natural pools invite you to cool off with a refreshing swim. WALK THE CAP N’DUA NATURE RESERVE (YATÉ) From the iconic white lighthouse overlooking the lagoon, follow the 4.5 km return walking track to Anse Majic for spectacular views over Prony Bay and the chance to spot humpback whales during the cool season.
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