Page 9 of South Pacific Shore Tours by P&O Cruises

destination loyalty islands new caledonia lifou lifou melanesian encounter approximate duration 2 hours lifou lif-a cliffs of jokin lif-b approximate duration 2 hours your destination is the small village of jokin that offers spectacular views of its cliffs largely made up of layer upon layer of ancient compressed coral stone and the tropical reefs and seascapes beyond what you visit vanilla plantation your tour guide will take you on a short walk around the lush plantation to view the multitude of vines that produce the aromatic vanilla pods cliffs of jokin free time is allowed to stroll around the small village and beyond to the viewpoint although the water at the base of the cliffs looks tempting please be advised that there are over 200 steps to the bottom and heavy seas swells make this a dangerous place to swim photo opportunities at both the vanilla plantation and the cliffs of jokin there will be plenty of photo opportunities refreshments two distinctively different beverages tempt you ­ a vanilla enhanced coffee served at the vanilla plantation together with a thirst quenching island-style fresh coconut drink offered at jokin shopping locally made handicrafts and souvenirs can be purchased at the tour dispatch location at the conclusion of the tour what you see along the way during the drive across the island of lifou from the tiny settlement of easo in santal bay to the rugged north coast you ll have the opportunity to view the colorful tropical flora along with the homes and gardens from the window of your bus or van destination loyalty islands new caledonia lifou enjoy the opportunity to visit the primary village of the county of wetr and gain an insight into the lifestyle of the melanesians what you visit hnathalo the village of hnathalo is dominated by both its imposing paramount chief s hut and nearby church built in 1883 by french catholic missionaries as a gesture of respect be prepared to remove both your shoes and hat before stepping inside the circular thatched chief s hut which has the distinction of being one of the largest of its kind in new caledonia a little free time is allowed for strolling around the village during which time the local guides will explain the method of cooking the traditional bougna photo opportunities be it the flora distinctive architecture or island vistas be sure to bring your camera along on this tour as a courtesy ask permission before taking photographs of the melanesian people refreshments at hnathalo you will be greeted with a welcome drink of fresh coconut shopping locally made handicrafts and souvenirs can be purchased at the tour dispatch location at the conclusion of the tour what you see along the way a drive of approximately 15-minutes takes you from the small settlement of easo along roads fringed by tropical trees and palms past homes with flowering gardens before arriving in the village of hnathalo notes the non airconditioned buses and vans are not fitted with microphones however an experienced tour guide travels on each vehicle restroom facilities may be rustic to make your day as enjoyable as possible please ensure that you wear comfortable flat-soled shoes clothing suited to the weather conditions a hat and bring along some sunscreen and bottled water notes please respect the local sensitivities and dress appropriately that means no swimwear or revealing clothing the non airconditioned buses and vans are not fitted with microphones however an experienced tour guide travels on each vehicle restroom facilities may be rustic lifou 14 15 lifou

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