Country Tour (2h30) included Tjibaou Cultural Center & Church
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Travel in our air-conditioned buses towards your first stop the "Tjibaou Cultural Centre”. You will discover the unique architecture of the Center, a polycultural complex, mainly dedicated to Kanak art.
This tour Includes entrance fees to the Cultural Centre and a guided tour of about 45 minutes.
Then we will head towards the second stop located in the town of Mont Dore, the church at the Catholic mission of Conception, starting point of Christianity in New Caledonia with the statue of our lady at the top of its bell tower and the remarkable stained glass windows.
Then your journey will continue to the lookout situated at Ouen Toro with a 360 ° view of the Caledonian lagoon and the areas of Mont Dore, Anse-Vata, Promenade Pierre Vernier, magnificent mountain ranges to name a few.
Finally back to Nouméa city centre, passing by the marinas, town beaches, colonial houses and more…
PLEASE NOTE : This tour is only operating when Cruise Ships are docked in Nouméa !!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tjibaou Cultural Center
You will discover the unique architecture of the Center, a polycultural complex, mainly dedicated to Kanak art. NOTE : In the event of the closure of the Cultural Center TJIBAOU (holidays or cultural events), this stop will be replaced by the natural water source in the town of Mont Dore.
The beautiful church at the Catholic mission of Conception, starting point of Christianity in New Caledonia. As well known under the name of “the church of the Miracles” with it's statue of our lady at the top of its bell tower, remarkable stained glass windows and it’s tropical surroundings with numerous fruit trees including lychee and mango.
What‘s Included
Certified English-speaking guide
Options
Country Tour
Reviews
41 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Thank you Tjibaou
488thalys,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very moving kanak land experience! A first people fighting for its survival; this deserves respect! The Trjibaou Centre is a great architectural achievement that admirably combines history, traditions, environment, agriculture and politics!
Great Value and infoemative local guide.
670SueS670,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed the information presented by the local tour guide. Did this from a cruise ship but booked direct. Tour was very concious of returning to ship within timeframes and did so efficiently. Confortabke air conditioned bus and much better value than onboard excursions that eere twice the price. Thoroughly recommend.
Cancelled
152gemmad,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Provider confirmed the booking, then two hours later cancelled it as they only run for cruise ships. Tried to rearrange but they wouldn’t tell us what days it would actually be running
Fantastic tour with a knowledgeable guide
hopenesmith,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you, Yolande and Alex for an interesting tour of the Museum and sharing so much about the everyday lives of regular people in Noumea. The Museum is really wonderful, highly recommended for an afternoon. When I return I will stay longer and look at the amazing art as well as the cultural exhibits. Thanks again, ladies, see you later in the year for round 2.
County Tour
Mariangela B,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Yolanda was very friendly and knowledgeable. Being New Year’s day they opened the cultural centre especially for us which we were very grateful for and appreciated being the only ones there. We next went to Ouen Toro Hill with stunning views however we didn’t visit Église de l’Immaculée-Conception, not sure why as we were dropped off ahead of time. The other thing to mention is that if you’re staying in Anse Vata and not off a cruise boat you’ll have to make your own way to the ferry terminal for the start of this tour.
A good short tour to give a taste of Noumea
Damian O,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00An engaging shore trip on our port call. Was long enough to be entertaining without being tedious. The guide Yolonda was very talkative and informative. The tour included the bus (new and airconditioned) and entry to the Tjibaou Cultural Centre with commentary by Yolonda so I think that it was good value. The bus trip traversed across the island to the cultural centre and returned in a loop on a different road so we saw different parts of the island.
Great Guide
petgal11,,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was great. The Cultural Center was closed because it was a holiday. I lieu of going there we explored more of the island. In all, the tour was informative and beautiful.
Fabulous tour
michaelcT6967TL,,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a wonderful tour with a great tour guide,Yolande, who had so much to share about the local culture. An excellent afternoon.
The cultural centre was very good. Very disappointed in not seeing the church
E3662SMbarbaraa,,Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00I was very disappointed. When we reached noumea we were told that the tour which was supposed to be at 11.00 am would go at 1.30. As the driver was worried about time we missed out on the cathedral which was to have been for one of the highlights
Lyvai Tour Operators is Out of this World
C423RIjeffreyf,,Jun 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour operator and guide, Yolande, and bus driver, Fannie were amazing. Yolande was extremely knowledgeable about the Kanak people and culture and the places we visited. Our trip to the Tjibaou Cultural Center, Ouen Toro Park, and Church of Wishes were superb! Lyvai Tour Operators is a must to use when visiting Nouméa, New Caledonia!
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