New Caledonia, surrounded by the second largest coral reef barrier in the world, offers an exceptional underwater world. The abundance and diversity of its marine wildlife makes it a unique and privileged destination for nature lovers. New Caledonia’s lagoon, the biggest enclosed lagoon on the planet, has recently become one of the natural wonders on Unesco’s prestigious world heritage list.

Bernard ANDREANI, scuba-diving and free-diving instructor, has enjoyed sharing his passion for the lagoon and being a snorkeling guide since 1987. In order to show these underwater wonders to the greatest number, he has made a selection of snorkeling tours around Noumea and on the barrier reef; the best way for the whole family to discover the South province’s marine reservations.

No need to master scuba-diving techniques. Kids and grandparents alike, everybody can snorkel safely on the tours selected by Bernard equipped only with fins, mask and snorkel.

The most athletic will be able to discover or improve free-diving techniques for deeper explorations in the lagoon and experience spectacular sights on the reef’s outer slope.