Things to see and do Koné

From the beach covered with twigs, the village of the tribe of Foué, located at the bottom before the mangrove, looks like a small fishing village with its motor boats that come and go day and night, at the rhythm of the tide. It is possible to rent kayaks at the nautical base to venture into the calm waters that lie in front of you.

Good to know: wild camping is allowed on the beach of Foué (sanitary facilities and showers available). Beware of mosquitoes (the mangrove is close by) and the alcoholic parties that take place there on weekends.

At the end of the trail, an old colonial house, renovated by a doctor and bought by the Northern Province, now houses the center and a craft workshop. Lapita pottery, discovered in the commune, was exhibited here for the first time. Two of them were discovered in 1995 in Foué, the historical cradle of Lapita identification. Events of all kinds are organized regularly (information by phone).

The 70 km long transverse road linking Koné to Poindimié is certainly one of the most beautiful routes in the territory. The Koné-Tiwaka, named after the two rivers whose course it follows, was the largest construction project in New Caledonian history, spread over ten years. Numerous areas have been set up along the way, offering superb views and starting points for walks. At the Tango pass, the panoramic view of the lagoon and the valley is priceless

The trail towards the trail begins 4 kilometres after the airfield between Koné and Voh. The climb is gradual and leads to 880 metres of altitude, with a total journey of 16,5 kilometres. The less seasoned can stop after the first 2,6 kilometres, at the point of view 400 meters above the sea. For others, the hiking will continue with many panoramas on Koné, the lagoon, the chain and the mineral scrub. Think about providing enough water and food. It takes 8 hours to return. The itinerary is downloadable on the website.