New Caledonia · Oceania
Lifou
Photo: Bruno.menetrier at French Wikipedia · Public domain
Limestone cliffs dropping into coves clear enough to count as some of the best snorkelling in the Loyalty Islands, Kanak tribal villages that still run visits on their own terms and schedule, and a quiet the main island of New Caledonia gave up on years ago.
The best time to visit Lifou is Apr–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 27°C (80°F).
Best time to go
Apr–Nov
Budget on the ground
$$$ · high-end
Nearest airport
LIF
Good for
an unhurried pace
sunshine and salt water
old stones and real towns
landscape doing the heavy lifting
In season
Typical daytime highs
Mar–May27°C80°F
Jun–Aug24°C75°F
Sep–Nov25°C77°F
Dec–Feb28°C83°F
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