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Been promising yourself that you\u2019ll learn to scuba dive for years? Fancy yourself as a pro windsurfer? Well, now\u2019s the time to tackle a whole heap of adventurous activities with the added bonus of an island paradise as a backdrop in\u00a0New Caledonia<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Australia\u2019s closest Pacific neighbour enjoys a year-round sub-tropical climate that sees temperatures of between 25-27\u00baC during the warm season from September to March.\u00a0Noumea<\/a>\u00a0is a popular destination for Expedia\u2019s Aussie travellers, who spend around 5 days in New Caledonia, most of those in the capital city.<\/p>\n

While the mix of French and Melanesian influences make for great cultural explorations and eating experiences, it\u2019s the pristine beaches and sparkling blue-green shores that beckons.<\/p>\n

Why not learn a new skill in one of the most stunning locations in the world?<\/p>\n

Under the sea \u2013 snorkelling, scuba diving and underwater walks<\/h2>\n

Surrounding the mainland is the largest lagoon in the world; an area of clear, shallow water home to a host of tropical fishes waiting to be discovered. Head to Plages Loisirs beach kiosk at Anse Vata where you can hire everything you need for a day of underwater explorations. Alternatively, most hotels have equipment you can borrow free of charge.<\/p>\n

If you want to get up close to the coral reef bordering the lagoon \u2013 situated 45km off the island and covering 1600km area \u2013 it\u2019s worth getting in touch with one of the many accredited diving operators in Noumea (did you know New Caledonia\u2019s coral reef is actually more accessible than the Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Queensland?). It doesn\u2019t matter if you\u2019re taking your first tentative breathes or are an advanced deep-sea diver, you\u2019ll find several excursions for all abilities departing daily. Not only is the warm water great for humans, the 21-28\u00baC temperatures it makes the ideal home for almost 2000 kinds of tropical fish. Expect to come face-to-face with rays, dugongs and New Caledonia\u2019s indigenous nautilus \u2013 a huge marine snail.<\/p>\n

For younger adventurers, and those who don\u2019t want to undergo dive training, why not go on an underwater walk with the aid of a breathing helmet \u2013 Ile aux Canards offers this unique activity and is just a 10-minute water taxi away from Anse Vata.<\/p>\n

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