Island Legacy

1.5 hours | Isle of Pines | I P 1 - 2 0 5
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AUD$ 84.95
Max. age: 80 years (See special notes)
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Points of Interest

  • Grotto of Queen Hortense
Moderate activity

Description

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Explore the islands most notable sites and discover the rich heritage of Isle of Pines and its people. Your local guide will share the legend of Queen Hortense, the inspiration for the 'Kunie' people. Visit Vao Village, Notre Dame de L'Assomption Church and St Joseph's Bay. At St Maurice Bay, a Christian monument stands alongside mystical Kanak totems. Finally, discover the hidden and sacred Oumagne grotto, a giant limestone cave adorned with gigantic stalactites and stalagmites which served as a refuge to the young queen Hortense during a difficult time of inter-tribal conflicts.

Special Notes:

Wear comfortable warm-weather clothing and walking shoes. Bring a hat and adequate sun protection. Please fill your water bottle before leaving the ship.
Local buses and vans may be used for transportation. These buses / vans are quite basic have no air-conditioning. Restroom facilities may be rustic.
Please consider your physical fitness and medical history before choosing this tour, as surfaces within the natural Grotto of Queen Hortense, may be rough, uneven and dark in places, please use caution when entering the Grotto.
Please note: Maximum age is 80 years.

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Queen Hortense's clogs

Transport type:
Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Time at site:
00:10

The Grand Chiefs Council

Transport type:
Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Time at site:
00:15

St Maurice Bay

Transport type:
Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Time at site:
00:15

Vao Church

Transport type:
Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Time at site:
00:15

Queen Hortense's grotto

Transport type:
Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Travel time:
00:30
Time at site:
00:20

Return Kuto

Transport type:
Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Travel time:
00:15