Friday, September 23, 2011

Ilot Maitre, New Caledonia

Ile de Pins. A view of the southern lagoon from the highest point on the island. It was only 262 metres high but quite a steep climb. The almost 360 dgree views were worth the effort

Both sides of the Baie de Kuto, Ile de Pins. We are anchored on the right

Callisto at the baie de tortue. We had the bay to ourselves and visited a ruined jade mine. Saw dolphin and turtles

The admiral and I in the world's largest infinity pool. Ilot Mato

The admiral at the top of the mast taking photos. She likes it up there!

Ile de Pins. The white sand was so fine it felt like clay



The ruins of the prison built to house French convicts in the 19th century

Sunset Ile de Pins

Ilot Mato in the crystal clear lagoon




Ilot Mato. A tiny fly speck surrounded by coral reef


A white peacock looking for company on our trip to the zoo in Noumea. Not too many animals but lots of exotic birds and plants in a beautiful surroundings

A flying fox La Roussette in French

The Natou bird a kind of wild pigeon. Both of these creatures feature on the menus of the better restaurants in town. Only on France

The Cagou bird. native to New Caledonia. It cannot fly and allegedly barks like a dog

Sunset at Ilot Maitre

Ilot Maitre. Very nice resort and beach

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