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IN NOUMÉA, IN THE BUSH, IN THE ISLANDS p. 4 - 5
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Festival fun La Foa lies just 1 ½ hours' drive from Nouméa, a lively and charming town set against a glorious backdrop of bush country, mountains and lagoon... The treats in store for nature-lovers are just awesome! Dogny Plateau, an idyllic mountain wilderness c o m m a n d i n g spectacular views, is perfect for nature trails on foot or horseback.
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Set out from Sar raméa for a leisurely hike to the "Cuve", a river plunge pool hollowed out in the rock and surrounded by luxuriant greenery. Relax and enjoy a picnic and a refreshing dip… pure heaven! And for dedicated thrill seekers, surfing at Ouano Bay or skydiving over the lagoon will provide an adrenalin rush guaranteed to blast you away!
Fair time in La Foa The Water Fair, scheduled
In Nouméa for just a few hours? Shops, museums, beaches, beauty spots… turn to p. 6 for all the best tips.
f r o m 18 t o 2 3 M a y, promises a rich and varied program to keep you e n te r t a i n e d: a b u m p e r market, exhibitions, water sports attractions (windsur fing, kayaking, SUP), a k iteboa rding demonstration, spor t fishing contest, guided trail exploring the mangroves, microlight aircraft flights and live music... Definitely not to be missed! La Foa Tourisme Tel 41 69 11 www.lafoatourisme.nc
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Bush fair in Boulouparis Boulouparis, 1 ¼ hours' drive from Nouméa, is holding its big annual event on 9 and 10 May: the Venison, Prawn and Poultry Fair. You can expect a hearty welcome from craftspeople, stock breeders, farmers and fishermen eager to show off all the local specialities. And, a first at this year's fair, visitors will also be treated to a daredevil rodeo! Tel 35 17 06 www.boulouparis.nc
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