Stunning Landscapes

Lifou boasts a multitude of sweeping panoramic views and exquisite natural landscapes. From the breathtaking cliffs of Jokin on the Northern coast, to the awe-inspiring white-sand beaches of the South, tourists will fall in love with the completely untouched environment of this stunning island.

Shopping

Shopping is an extremely popular past time in Lifou, with terrific local hand-made wares and handicrafts on offer. The Open-Air Markets are a particular favourite and are on before 11am on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Sports Adventures

A roller-coaster of different adventures await in Lifou, ensuring you will never have a dull moment here. Start off with a relaxing nature walk, give scuba diving a try, take on the waves with a surfboard or indulge in some cross-country mountain biking. The possibilities are endless!

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Dining Suggestions

Quench your desire to feast on local cuisine by visiting some of the eateries in town. Lifou's mouth-watering delicacy, bougna, is a must. It's made from a special combination of sweet potato, yam, taro, bits of chicken and special seafood meat, wrapped together in banana leaves then cooked using a ground oven.

Cafes offering items like coffee, lobsters and coconuts are also open for tourists seeking a laid back Lifou cuisine experience.

What to bring to shore?

Travel essentials like a hat, sunscreen, flat-soled shoes and lightweight clothes are must-haves when heading onshore.

Tourists have the choice to bring their own snorkeling gear or rent it onboard.

Docking

Recent developments including a jetty and a boardwalk have allowed ships to safely dock on the island of Lifou, giving passengers easier access to land.

General Information

Currency: CPF Franc (XPF) (100 CPF Franc= 1.06 Australian Dollar)

Language: French

Time zone: UTC+11